Conestoga events

Harm Reduction, Drugs and Overdose Prevention 101

March 26, 2018

Doon Campus

Hosted by Student Engagement as part of Health and Wellness Week, this informative and interactive workshop for Conestoga students will cover harm reduction, drugs and overdose prevention. 

Facilitated by Violet Umanetz, Manager of Outreach with Sanguen Health Centre, students will

  • examine pharmacological aspects of drugs associated with substance use,
  • identify community resources for people dealing with substance use,
  • gain an introductory understanding of best practices for applying principles of harm reduction,
  • identify community resources and strategies for preventing overdose, and  
  • challenge stigma associated with mental health and addictions. 

Time:

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Location:

Conestoga College, Doon campus, 299 Doon Valley Drive, Doon Main Building, Room 3E39

To register:

To register, visit the Co-Curricular Portal. For more information, please contact Kendra Foord at 519-748-5220 ext. 3743.