New drug checking machine now available in Prince George

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At The POUNDS Project, we strive to be a safe and inclusive space for all people who use drugs. This support is offered to individuals who occasionally consume, weekend warriors, and folks who use substances daily. Individuals from any walk of life are welcome to visit Two Doors Down to use the new service.”

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In May of this year, there were 195 suspected illict drug rtoxicity deaths in BC … the highest number of deaths recorded in the the month of May. By health authority in 2022, the , the highest rates of drug toxicity deaths were in Northern Health, at 53 deaths per 100,000 individuals.

Drug checking services using the FTIR machine will be available six days a week. In the mornings from 10 am to 2 pm Wednesday-Saturday, and in the evenings 4 pm to 8 pm Tuesday-Sunday (closed Mondays), at the POUNDS project, 1126 3rd Ave.

Appointments can be made outside these hours by texting or calling 250-301-3285. Clients can use the drug checking service and use the OPS after the check is done or drop off samples and pick up the results at a later time.