Fentanyl: a harm reduction forum
In-Person & Online
Wednesday,
Jan 29, 2025 at 10:30 AM
- 12:00 PM EST
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Event Details
Join a panel of experts from the university, including those that have been personally impacted, for a collaborative conversation to spotlight the severe risks associated with fentanyl: a highly potent synthetic opioid.
This discussion on the growing opioid crisis across the Region of Waterloo will include dispelling myths and discussing harm reduction strategies to prevent or address overdose.
This event is open to anyone within the university or broader Waterloo community who is interested in learning more about the dangers of fentanyl and how to take harm reducing actions.
Session Moderator: Jennifer Gillies, Associate Provost, Campus Support and Accessibility
Panelists:
- Michael Beazely, Associate Professor, School of Pharmacy
- Mike Becks, Acting Director, Special Constable Service
- Randy Jardin, Staff Sergeant, Administrative Manager, University of Waterloo Special Constable Service
- Laura Myers, Director, Employee Health and Accommodations
- Emma Boynton, MSW, RSW, University of Waterloo Counsellor
- Samantha Murray, Parent & University of Waterloo employee
Location
East Campus 5 - University of Waterloo - Enterprise Theatre (SRADM EC5-1111)
305 Phillip Street Waterloo, ON N2L 3W8 CA
Instructions will be sent out via email after registration.
Tickets
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Organizer Details
University of Waterloo
In the heart of Waterloo Region, at the forefront of innovation, the University of Waterloo is home to world-changing research and inspired teaching. At the hub of a growing network of global partnerships, Waterloo will shape the future by building bridges with industry and between disciplines, institutions and communities.
