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Bill 6, also known as the Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act was passed on Tuesday, what new powers has it given law enforcement?

The Act provides that a “public place” is a place to which the general public is invited or permitted. It includes any structure, such as a tent, used as a dwelling in a public place, if its use as a dwelling in the public place is not permitted by law.

A police officer or prescribed provincial offences officer may issue directions to a person if the officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the person is consuming an illegal substance in a public place. The person may be directed to cease consuming the illegal substance in the public place. The person may be directed to leave the public place. Finally, the person may be directed to provide their full name, date of birth and address. The officer may also seize, remove and destroy substances they reasonably believe to be illegal substances. Seized substances may be submitted for analysis by designated analysts.

It is an offence to fail to comply with a direction. An officer may arrest, without warrant, a person who the officer believes on reasonable grounds is guilty of an offence. A person convicted of an offence is liable to a fine of not more than $10,000 or to imprisonment for not more than six months, or both.


(3)  No person who seeks emergency services shall be charged with or convicted of an offence under this Act if the evidence in support of that offence was obtained or discovered as a result of that person having sought emergency services or having remained at the scene.

100

How long can Hep C last in blood left on a surface?

1 month

100

What two neurotransmitters in your brain can be damaged by prolonged or lengthy meth use?

Dopamine and serotonin

100

Where can you access harm reduction supplies?

Meeting Place, Corner Drop-In, Parkdale Queen West Health Clinic

200

Name a supervised consumption site that remains open following the defunding of SCSs on March 31

Fred Victor at Queen and Jarvis

Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre and Queen and Dufferin

Street Health at Dundas and Sherbourne

Casey House at Isabella and Jarvis

KMOPS at 260 Augusta

200

Where can you go to get a Hep C test?

Parkdale Queen West Health Clinic on Thursdays from 1-4

200

What type of drug is someone withdrawing from if they are experiencing dope sickness?

Opiates

200

Where can you go if you need to replace your ID?

Full calendar available on TNG's website, local places include Scadding Court, the 519, and Scott Mission.

300

What does the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act protect you from if you call for medical support for an OD? 

  • Charges for possession of a controlled substance (i.e. drugs) under section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
  • Breach of conditions regarding simple possession of controlled substances (i.e. drugs) in:
    • pre-trial release
    • probation orders
    • conditional sentences
    • parole
300

What are some ways you can prevent the spread of infectious diseases when using?

Don't share needles or drug paraphernalia, using alcohol wipes or bleach if you are sharing gear, being vaccinated against Hep A and B,  

300

When do dope-sickness symptoms peak? 

between 24 and 72 hours

300

Where can you get a meal when the Meeting Place is closed?

Evangel Hall, St Stephens in the Field, Alliance Church, The Corner Drop In

400

What bill is currently being protested outside Queens Park, with protesters claiming that the law is infringing on Indigenous persons' rights?

Bill 5, also known as the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act. It would give cabinet the authority to designate any location in Ontario a special economic zone, where the government can exempt companies or projects from complying with provincial laws or regulations. 

400

What are some things you can do to look after your veins if you use drugs intravenously? 

  1. Stay warm (keep your feet covered as much as possible with shoes, socks, blankets, etc.)
  2. Wear compression clothing (socks, sleeves, stockings)
  3. Get regular physical activity to improve circulation
  4. Consume proper nutrients (incorporate supplements that aid in cardiovascular health such as folic acid)
  5. Use a stress ball to exercise your veins and help develop muscles around them
  6. Practice vein rotation (alternate which vein is used when injecting intravenous to prevent further damage
400

What are some symptoms of dope sickness?

  • Yawning and fatigue
  • Physical weakness
  • Fever, chills and extreme sweating
  • Lacrimation (heavy tear production)
  • Runny nose
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Restlessness and insomnia
  • Dilated pupils
  • Tachycardia (increased heart rate)
  • Hypertension (increased blood pressure)
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Abdominal pains
  • Diarrhea
  • Severe muscle aches
  • Agitation and hyper-awareness
400

What is the name of The Meeting Place's new harm reduction worker?

Jessie

500

Which Bill introduced yesterday makes commercial landlords criminally responsible for patrons having drugs on their properties?

Bill 10

500

This negative health effect of prolonged alcohol use causes scarring of the liver tissue.

What is liver cirrhosis?

500

What organ is negatively effected by prolonged meth or coke use?

The heart! Users can experience increased heart rate, high blood pressure, and a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes. 

500

Where is currently hiring for harm reduction workers?

Parkdale Queen West Community Health Clinic