Stories of survival, cultural teachings, and a message of hope filled the University of Saskatchewan’s Prince Albert campus on Thursday as community members gathered to mark International Overdose Awareness Day.

The event, hosted with support from the Saskatchewan Health Authority and local partners, featured information booths, naloxone training and kits, and a free community lunch, while also centering the voices of those with lived experience.

Erica Bird spoke candidly about her journey of recovery and the trauma that addiction left on her and her children.

“I’m still continuing to work on myself through mental health and ceremony,” Bird said. “Without harm reduction, there would be a lot of different tragedies. It’s very helpful for our people.”

Bird credited her elders, addiction

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