Troylana Manson speaks about the heartbreaking loss of her son Aaron and its impact on her family.
She emphasizes that "overdose" does not capture the full picture. Many people accidentally take harmful substances, leading to poisonings instead of overdoses. This is how we have sadly lost many loved ones.
This speech was given at the International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) in Kamloops on August 31, 2024.
Read MoreTanya Hornbuckle reflects both on her personal loss and the collective strength of the community, while acknowledging the shared experience of loss due to the toxic drug supply.
International Overdose Awareness Day - Edmonton, AB - August 31, 2024
Good evening,
I'm honoured to be standing here as a part of this community that has come together due to the toxic drug supply that has resulted in the deaths of our loved ones. I'm sorry we have to have this event but I am absolutely grateful that you all are here. Take a good look around. Notice that you are not alone. Hug the friends or family members you are here with. Reach out to those who stand by themselves, as they also deserve the love & understanding we all need. Your loved one mattered.
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Societal change leads to legal change: Looking back at a history of law in Canada, prior situations concerning common perceptions that certain things were immoral, that were stigmatized, and that were criminalized illustrate that societal change leads to legal change. Situations that became more widely socially accepted became protected through law.
Read MoreReporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for the overall strategic and operational leadership of this national charity. The Executive Director will oversee the delivery of Moms Stop The Harm’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities through the development and delivery of programs and services, financial sustainability, fund development, operations, and external communications. Experience in hiring and managing staff is essential. This is a leadership position requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to act as the public speaker and public relations representative of Moms Stop the Harm The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Support the Drug User Liberation Front (DULF)
It is with disappointment and frustration that the Board of Directors writes to you today.
On May 31st, 2024, two co-founders of the Drug User Liberation Front (DULF), Eris Nyx and Jeremy Kalicum, were each charged with three counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking under Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
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