PEER SIX Ally Centre's Safe Consumption/Overdose Prevention Site

08/31/2026

Please join us today. We march from the Ally Centre, 75 Prince Street at 12:30. Join us in the march or meet us at Wentworth Park band shell at 1:00...rain or shine.

08/30/2026

If you would like the name of your loved one spoken and remembered, please let us know. There will also be an open mic if you want to share your story or a message. Hope you can join us.

Stop the stigma..support the loved ones left behind.

08/24/2026

Stop the stigma..support the loved ones left behind.

08/13/2026

Please join us in remembering and honoring those who have passed away due to drug poisoning and other drug related harms.

08/04/2026

Watch for our International Overdose Awareness event details coming soon!

07/30/2026

07/29/2026

UPDATE on the great white found on the beach.

By The Canadian Press

PICTOU — Researchers in northern Nova Scotia have yet to determine what caused the death of a large great white shark that recently washed ashore near Pictou.

The Marine Animal Response Society says the body of the 580-kilogram male shark was discovered Friday on a beach, where researchers spent the weekend conducting a necropsy.

Dr. Laura Bourque of the Canadian Wildlife Health Co-operative in P.E.I. says no obvious cause of death was identified and additional testing is needed.

Experts say conservation measures have helped the great white shark population recover from a drastic decline in the 1970s and 1980s, and there is evidence climate change has led to warmer ocean temperatures, making it easier for some ocean species to spread northward.

According to the St. Lawrence Shark Observatory, the last time someone was killed by a shark in Canadian waters was July 1953, when a shark rammed a lobster boat, causing it to capsize and one fisherman drowned but wasn’t bitten.

The observatory’s database of shark attacks in Canadian waters includes 30 records dating back to 1691.

There are only four other reports of fatalities that are considered plausible and 24 incidents that did not result in any injuries.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 28, 2026.

07/29/2026

Verified , July 29, 2026: DAS Detected Substance of Concern - Ethylflualprazolam - in Amherst, Nova Scotia.

We have received a report of a substance of concern, Ethylflualprazolam, in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia.

This report was received from Health Canada’s Drug Analysis Service Laboratory regarding a recent sample that was seized by law enforcement in Amherst, Nova Scotia and was tested (verified) at the national Drug Analysis Service laboratory. The report indicated the first detection of a substance of concern – Ethylflualprazolam the first time this drug has been detected in Nova Scotia’s unregulated drug supply.

The drug is described as a powder and/or grainy substance that is brown in color.

Ethylflualprazolam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepine toxicities may look like opioid toxicities, but do not respond to naloxone. Always call 911. If naloxone is ineffective, perform CPR, including rescue breaths, until help arrives.

How to Stay Safe: Let someone know, start low, and go slow.

✔ Do NOT use drugs alone – Use with someone you trust or call the National Overdose Response Service (NORS) at 1-888-688-NORS. They will stay on the phone with you while you use, so they can get you help if needed.
✔ Start with a very small amount – These drugs are stronger than what people may expect or may be used to.
✔ Have naloxone ready – Naloxone can help with opioid overdoses, but it will NOT work on other substances, such as benzodiazepines. Even if you're unsure what substance caused an overdose, always give naloxone—it won’t harm the person, but it may help if opioids are involved.
✔ Call 911 immediately for any overdose – Even if naloxone is used, emergency help is still needed.
✔ Naloxone is only effective for opioids. It will not impact the effects of benzodiazepines or tranquilizers like medetomidine, xylazine, or other drug types. Medical help from 911 or the hospital is required. If naloxone is ineffective, start rescue breaths. August 2024 5 Steps to Save a Life - Nasal Naloxone: https://mha.nshealth.ca/.../5%20steps%20to%20save%20a...
✔ Expect the unexpected – Always assume street drugs may not be what you think and contain drugs different from or stronger than you expect. Pills that look like real medicine could be fake.
✔ Avoid mixing drugs – Combining opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol greatly increases the risk of overdose and death.
✔ Go to an overdose prevention site – If available in your area, these sites provide a safe space to use drugs with medical staff who can help in case of an emergency.

• ReFIX Halifax: 2151 Gottingen St. (902-209-9370)
• PeerSix Sydney: 75 Prince St. (902-567-1766)

If someone overdoses:

✔ Call 911 immediately – Tell them someone is unresponsive.
✔ Give naloxone if you have it. More than one dose may be needed if high potency opioids are involved. If there are no opioids, naloxone will be ineffective but will not cause harm – give it anyway.
✔ Stay with them and make sure they can breathe.
✔ If they stop breathing, perform CPR until help arrives.
✔ Get Free Naloxone Kits: You can get naloxone for free at most pharmacies and harm reduction programs. To learn more, visit: https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/takehomenaloxoneprogram

Looking for help?

• Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line – 1-888-429-8167
• Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868; Text CONNECT to 686868
• Mental Health and Addictions Intake Service - (Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30; Tues and Thurs until 8 pm) - 1-855-922-1122
• 211 Nova Scotia - information and referrals to community and social services: Call 2-1-1 or 1-855-466-4994; Email: [email protected]

07/20/2026

Verified , July 20, 2026: DAS Detected Substance of Concern - Ehtylflualprazolam - in Annapolis County.

We have received a report of a substance of concern, ehtylflualprazolam, in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia.

This report was received from Health Canada’s Drug Analysis Service Laboratory regarding a recent sample that was seized by law enforcement in Annapolis County and was tested (verified) at the national Drug Analysis Service laboratory. The report indicated the first detection of a substance of concern – i.e., the first time this drug has been detected in Nova Scotia’s unregulated drug supply.

The drug is described as a white rectangular tablet with the indication "XANAX" on one side and "2" on the other.

Ethylflualprazolam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepine toxicities may look like opioid toxicities, but do not respond to naloxone. Always call 911. If naloxone is ineffective, perform CPR, including rescue breaths, until help arrives.

How to Stay Safe: Let someone know, start low, and go slow.

✔ Do NOT use drugs alone – Use with someone you trust or call the National Overdose Response Service (NORS) at 1-888-688-NORS. They will stay on the phone with you while you use, so they can get you help if needed.

✔ Start with a very small amount – These drugs are stronger than what people may expect or may be used to.

✔ Have naloxone ready – Naloxone can help with opioid overdoses, but it will NOT work on other substances, such as benzodiazepines. Even if you're unsure what substance caused an overdose, always give naloxone—it won’t harm the person, but it may help if opioids are involved.

✔ Call 911 immediately for any overdose – Even if naloxone is used, emergency help is still needed.

✔ Naloxone is only effective for opioids. It will not impact the effects of benzodiazepines or tranquilizers like medetomidine, xylazine, or other drug types. Medical help from 911 or the hospital is required. If naloxone is ineffective, start rescue breaths. August 2024 5 Steps to Save a Life - Nasal Naloxone:https://mha.nshealth.ca/sites/default/files/2024-09/5%20steps%20to%20save%20a%20life.pdf

✔ Expect the unexpected – Always assume street drugs may not be what you think and contain drugs different from or stronger than you expect. Pills that look like real medicine could be fake.

✔ Avoid mixing drugs – Combining opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol greatly increases the risk of overdose and death.

✔ Go to an overdose prevention site – If available in your area, these sites provide a safe space to use drugs with medical staff who can help in case of an emergency.

• ReFIX Halifax: 2151 Gottingen St. (902-209-9370)
• PeerSix Sydney: 75 Prince St. (902-567-1766)

If someone overdoses:

· Call 911 immediately – Tell them someone is unresponsive.
· Give naloxone if you have it. More than one dose may be needed if high potency opioids are involved. If there are no opioids, naloxone will be ineffective but will not cause harm – give it anyway.
· Stay with them and make sure they can breathe.
· If they stop breathing, perform CPR until help arrives.

Get Free Naloxone Kits: You can get naloxone for free at most pharmacies and harm reduction programs. To learn more, visit: https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/takehomenaloxoneprogram

Looking for help?

• Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line – 1-888-429-8167
• Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868; Text CONNECT to 686868
• Mental Health and Addictions Intake Service - (Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30; Tues and Thurs until 8 pm) - 1-855-922-1122
• 211 Nova Scotia - information and referrals to community and social services: Call 2-1-1 or 1-855-466-4994; Email: [email protected]