Issued for Smithers, BC

For Immediate Release 

February 27, 2026

Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Smithers. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation requiring increased amount of Naloxone.

For your safety

• Get overdose prevention, recognition, and response training; carry Naloxone.
• Don’t use alone. Make a plan and use with a trusted person who can call for help if needed.
• If you plan to use alone, use the Lifeguard app available free on the app store or on Toward the Heart website (towardtheheart.com/) or call NORS (National Overdose Response Service) 1-888-688-6677 (NORS).
• Know your tolerance. If you are sick or had a time of abstinence or reduced use, use much less.
• Don’t mix drugs or mix drugs with alcohol.
• Test a small amount first and go slow.
• Get your drugs checked.
• Use the local Overdose Prevention Site (OPS).
• Call 911 or your local emergency number right away if someone overdoses.

Local Supports and Overdose Prevention Sites

Smithers Specialized MHSU Outreach
Address: 3862 A Broadway Ave, Smithers, BC
Phone: 250-643-7456,
Hours: 8:30 am to 7 pm. 7 days a week
contact for drug checking, sample collection and harm reduction drops

Terrace Specialized MHSU Outreach
Address: 101-4450 Grieg Ave, Terrace, BC
Drug checking: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm
Sample collection: 8:30 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week