Drug Alert - Prince George - Feb 26, 2026

Northern Health and First Nations Health Authority have issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Prince George. A green substance sold as “down” has been linked to sudden overdoses with prolonged sedation. Initial test results show high concentrations of para-fluorofentanyl (twice as strong as fentanyl).

Click here for a poster with more information. 

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
Prince George Needle Exchange Address: 277 George St, Prince George Phone: 250-645-3810 7 days a week, 8:15 am to 12 pm, and 1:15 pm to 6:30 pm (OPS until 6:30 pm) Nursing services: 7 days a week, 8:15 am to 12 pm, and 1:15 pm to 6:30 pm Mobile harm reduction supplies (The wellness or outreach truck) 7 days a week, 7 pm to 11 pm

Two Doors Down Address: 1126 3rd Ave, Prince George, BC Tuesday to Saturday, 8 am to 1 pm; Tuesday to Friday, 5 pm to 9 pm (Sample drop off available during OPS hours) Drug checking: Tuesday to Saturday, 12 pm to 4 pm

BCCDC is issuing a province-wide alert because of an increase in drug poisonings.

Opioids/down now often contain the sedative medetomidine.

Watch for sedation, low heart rate. Use drug checking. Use at an OPS/SCS or with a buddy.

Learn more: Medetomidine Advisory Poster