Remembering Natalie and the Fight Against Opioid Poisoning

🕊️ Remembering Natalie 🕊️ - Five years ago today on March 2, 2024, Natalie, a very close friend of mine, tragically passed away from opioid poisoning, just steps from our Heart2Heart CPR training headquarters. 💔We've since dedicated ourselves to educating our community and distributing naloxone kits, tackling the drug crisis through meaningful action and compassion. 🚑
In a moving video, we reflect on Natalie’s impact and our efforts, highlighted by a visit from our MP and Federal Minister Hon. Marci Ien, last year on the anniversary of Natalie's passing. I felt a deep need to bring her to the exact place where Natalie’s life ended. This was a time for deep reflection and the critical need for action.
Though I wish I could have helped Natalie, her story propels us to prevent further tragedies. Let's remind those struggling with substance use that they're not alone and to seek help. Support services through the National Overdose Response Service (1-888-688-NORS) and monitoring apps like Brave and Lifeguard can help save lives.
With over 42,000 Canadians lost to the toxic drug supply since 2016, let's honour their memory by fostering an environment where everyone feels supported to speak out and seek help. Stigma, shame and silence kills.
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