PEERS Alliance, 250 B Queen Street, Charlottetown, PE (2026)

09/02/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31st. 💜✨

Each year, our Harm Reduction Team has the honour of hosting Overdose Awareness Day events in Summerside and Charlottetown — creating space to remember those we’ve lost, acknowledge those still struggling, and hold space for those carrying the grief of losing someone they love.

These days are about remembrance, but they’re also about learning, connection, and action. We share practical knowledge about substances, harm reduction, current realities, and available supports — while challenging the stigma that can keep people from reaching out.

To everyone who joined us, honoured the day in your own way, shared a conversation, checked in on someone, carried naloxone, or took the time to learn how to use it — thank you.

Because overdose prevention happens in these everyday connections. A conversation. A check-in. A naloxone kit. A moment of compassion. A willingness to show up.

25 years on, this day is still needed. And when we come together, our impact is greatest. 💜

08/30/2026

We invite you to join us on August 31st for International Overdose Awareness Day as we remember those we have lost, support those left behind, and renew our commitment to preventing overdose and creating a future where this day is no longer needed.

This year, PEERS Alliance will host an open house event from our harm reduction office showcasing overdose prevention tools and strategies and creating space for all community members to learn, grieve, connect, and care. Because while this day is still needed, it doesn’t have to be forever.

Where/When: 23C Garfield Street Charlottetown, 3: 30 - 6: 30
What: Guest speakers, Drug checking education, hands-on naloxone training, refreshments, office tours, and more
Why: Because overdose is preventable, and every person lost was somebody's someone.

08/27/2026

P.E.E.R.S Alliance will be hosting its annual public International Overdose Awareness Day event this year on Monday, August 31st in Charlottetown. We are excited to welcome folks in to see our new office space at 24C Garfield Street. We will have guest speakers and lots of ways to get involved. The event will run from 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm.

Itinerary:
💜3:30 pm Doors Open + Office Tours
💜4:00 pm Welcoming + Speeches
💜Following Speeches:
🤍Candle Lightning
🤍Refreshments
🤍Hands-on Naloxone Training
🤍Drug Checking Information
🤍Harm Reduction + Outreach Information
🤍Dried Blood Spot STBBI Testing
🤍In Memoriam + Dedication

Please note there is an exterior set of 3 stairs to our office door. Once inside, we have a mix of flattened carpet and laminate flooring. While the majority of our event will occur in spaces that have warm lighting (lamps and dimming options), some of our office space does have overhead fluorescent lighting that does have a slight buzz. All of our refreshments will be labeled for common allergens. We will have a dedicated "kid zone" with comfy couches, coloring pages, and odds and ends.

We invite you to join us this International Overdose Awareness Day as we remember those we have lost, support those left behind, and renew our commitment to creating a future where overdose is preventable—and where one day this day is no longer needed.

Please feel free to share this invite far and wide! Hope to see you this Monday, August 31st at PEERS Alliance's 24C Garfield Street Location :)

Please direct any questions to Tessa Rogers at [email protected] or 902-388-6235

08/27/2026

PEERS Alliance is looking for a community-minded, passionate individual to join our team in Charlottetown, PEI. If you are dedicated to the health and well-being of men who have s*x with men (MSM+), we want to hear from you!

As the Gay Men’s Health Coordinator, you will engage MSM+ communities across Epekwitk/PEI through health promotion, workshops, and relationship-building. This position is a full-time contract anticipated to run until March 31, 2028.
To apply: email your resume AND cover letter to [email protected].
(Note: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered).

PEERS Alliance values lived experience. We encourage applicants to indicate in their cover letter if they wish to be considered for employment equity (2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous, and/or historically marginalized communities).

Application Deadline: August 30th, 2026

08/26/2026

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in PEI? If so, join us in facilitating our Rainbow Youth Club (RYC)! RYC is a free program for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies between the ages of 12 - 18. It focuses on creating spaces where youth can be their authentic selves, build skills, make friends, and foster community. 🌈

Volunteer duties involve helping with set up and take down, facilitating icebreakers, connecting with youth, and supporting the overall flow of the program! If this sounds like something you would like to support then please see our volunteer applications to learn more and apply. Applications will be open until September 8th, 2026.

You can apply using the following link: https://forms.gle/rKfct15r4okZv3be7!

08/26/2026

We invite you to join us on August 31st for International Overdose Awareness Day as we remember those we have lost, support those left behind, and renew our commitment to preventing overdose and creating a future where this day is no longer needed.

This year, PEERS Alliance will host an open house event from our harm reduction office showcasing overdose prevention tools and strategies and creating space for all community members to learn, grieve, connect, and care. Because while this day is still needed, it doesn’t have to be forever.

Where/When: 23C Garfield Street Charlottetown, 3: 30 - 6: 30
What: Guest speakers, Drug checking education, hands-on naloxone training, refreshments, office tours, and more
Why: Because overdose is preventable, and every person lost was somebody's someone.

08/24/2026

Attention Summerside - Please save the date!!!
PEERS Alliance will be hosting a pop-up naloxone training and overdose prevention information booth in recognition of Overdose Awareness Day on Tuesday, August 25th. Please join us at the new Summerside Community Health Centre/Public Health Building located at 95 Anna Drive from 12 to 4pm

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) brings people around the world together to remember those we have lost to overdose, support those who are grieving, and take action to prevent future overdose deaths.

This year's theme, "25 Years On. Still Needed." marks 25 years of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and advocating for evidence-based solutions to prevent overdose. While we wish this day were no longer necessary, overdose continues to affect individuals, families, and communities across Canada—including here on Prince Edward Island. While most provinces in Canada have seen a drop in deaths linked to the opioid crisis, Prince Edward Island recorded the largest number of opioid-related deaths in 2025 since the province began releasing the data publicly in 2016.

Behind every statistic is a person who was loved and valued, and behind every loss is a ripple felt by families, friends, coworkers, and communities. The encouraging reality is that overdose is preventable. We know that education, harm reduction, timely access to care and treatment, and compassionate, evidence-informed responses save lives. By speaking openly, learning from one another, and treating everyone with dignity and respect, we can build a future where fewer lives are lost.

We hope to see you there!

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