This Monday there will be a free film screening of Love in the Time of Fentanyl, an intimate look at what an overdose prevention site does, the people who use them and those who work there.
TweakEasyCBG’s Missy McLean told us about the need for an overdose prevention site.
According to McLean, TweakEasyCBG has a broad spectrum of members.
What brings them together is a shared desire to support those in the community who are struggling, especially with the upcoming closure of the warming room for the season.
The overdose crisis Canada is experiencing is not just in major centres, but in every town and village in the nation. Missy and the TweakEasyCBG team have chosen to be on the front lines of this war on drugs because no one else is stepping forward.
The screening of Love in the Time of Fentanyl is a way to help residents understand the need for safe consumption and answer questions they have.
McLean says fear of the unknown is the driving force behind many residents’ concerns.
We asked Missy why should someone invest the time to watch this documentary?
The Cobourg Police Service Board and Town Council are against an unsanctioned site, saying that Health Canada should be the one to set on up, but McLean says that won’t happen without this type of activism.
McLean had a message for those who don’t support TweakEasyCBG’s mission.
The screening of Love in the Time of Fentanyl will take place on Monday March 27th starting at 5:30 pm at Victoria Hall Theatre and will include Naloxone training for those who are interested and a panel discussion and audience Q&A following the film.
For more info and to reserve a ticket, check out the Eventbrite site at Love in the Time of Fentanyl – Free Film Screening and Panel Discussion Tickets, Mon, 27 Mar 2023 at 5:30 PM | Eventbrite
Written by Joseph Goden
