one hit
can hit back
It’s not worth your life. Fentanyl kills.
Our mission is to provide awareness and to educate youth on the risks of toxic drugs.
learn more
Facts
Fentanyl and toxic drugs
- Toxic drugs are currently the #1 cause of death in British Columbia for people aged 10-59, accounting for more deaths than accidents, homicides, suicides and natural diseases combined.
- 2253 toxic drug deaths in BC in 2024.
- Over 16,000 toxic drug deaths in BC since the public health emergency was declared in April 2016.
- Hydromorphone (dilly 8) is 4-5 times more potent than morphine and 25-30 times more potent than codeine.
- There is no quality control of street drugs made, you don’t know what’s really in them.
- There is no safe supply to or for youth.
- Fentanyl can and may be included in pills, powder, liquid, marijuana, illicit vaping pods and blotter paper. You can’t see it, taste it or smell it.
- Youth who use drugs have an increased risk of substance dependency.
- Toxic drugs do not discriminate – doesn’t matter who you are, how old you are, where you live…
Tips
how to stay safe
- Educate yourself
- Think twice
- Know who your friends are
- Know your limits
- Honour your own boundaries
- Avoid dangerous situations
- Don’t use alone
- Don’t mix drugs/alcohol
- Know the signs of overdose
- Naloxone
Opioid
Overdose Prevention Products
Naloxone
Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that may temporarily reverse the effects of opioid overdose. Naloxone can restore breathing in 2-3 minutes. Some overdoses may require more than one dose of naloxone. Naloxone can work on opioids taken including fentanyl, heroin, morphine and codeine. Naloxone injectable kits can be obtained free of charge at pharmacies and harm reduction outreach organizations in BC. Naloxone will not reverse overdose on non-opioid drugs such as cocaine or benzodiazepines.
If an overdose is experienced, always call 911.
Fentanyl Test Strips
Fentanyl test strips are a drug testing tool used to detect the presence of fentanyl in drugs. Please note no test is 100% accurate and is also based on the sample tested. Illicit drugs are not made with any regulations and may be inconsistent in ingredient disbursement.
Short term side effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Difficulty breathing
- Headaches
- Constipation
- Dizziness and confusion
- Impotence in men
- Mental health issues
Long term side effects
- Substance use disorder or dependence
- Liver damage
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Severe respiratory problems
- Cardiovascular system issues
- Reproductive Health issues
- Depression and anxiety
- Mental health issues
Learn More
Resources available
It’s important to keep yourself safe and educated. The links below provide direct youth support and further information on ways to prevent toxic drug overdose.
Provides outreach support and services to at-risk youth in the tri-city communities. Including Project Reach Out (the Bus) which is a mobile youth center providing harm reduction supplies to youth, drug education, counselling support and more.
The Purpose Society is a community-based multi-service organization that delivers a continuum of programs to children, youth and families.
Foundry is a province wide (BC) network of integrated health and wellness services for young people ages 12-24, including substance use services and mental health care.
Offers low barrier programs and services to support youth under the age of 25 who are in crisis or experiencing homelessness as a result of abuse, neglect, substance use or mental health challenges. Location at 1138 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC – open 24/7/365.
Youth clinics offered, including free take home naloxone kits and free harm reduction supplies. Text JOIN to 253787 to receive toxic drug alerts.
Mental health and substance use information, including self-screening tests and getting support.
Online chat for free online emotional support services for youth under 25 in BC (noon to 1:00 am PST).
Information on youth mental health, substance use information, assessment, consultation and treatment for youth.
Offers a free service at 2 Vancouver locations for drug checking.
Offers an outreach program providing community street outreach across skytrain lines in the Lower Mainland. Also youth services in Vancouver and Surrey including substance use support, counselling, drop in services to access resources and the Vancouver location offers a one stop youth service for housing.
Basic information on how to tell when someone is overdosing and responding with naloxone kit.
A free, confidential online service to order harm reduction supplies, including naloxone and fentanyl test strips by mail. This service is available between the areas of Burnaby thru Boston Bar.
Lifeguard App is a made-in-B.C. resource app created and supported by the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), in partnership with regional health authorities and Lifeguard Digital Health. It is a life-saving app designed to combat the opioid epidemic.
in need of immediate help?
Emergency
BC crisis line
Youth help line
1-800-668-6868 or
text CONNECT to 686868
Access Youth Bus
604-781-6671
(see site for available info)
Follow us on Instagram
get in touch
Disclaimer: The Reese Mueller Memorial Fund is a non-profit organization, not a registered charity, as such no tax receipts will be issued. Any funds raised go directly towards programs to raise awareness and educate youth on the dangers of toxic drugs.
For more information about Reese Mueller and how to get involved, send us a message with the form below.