Take action: Tell Ford to Restore Access to Overdose Prevention

Take action: Tell Ford to Restore Access to Overdose Prevention

The Ford Government will be closing 5 supervised consumption sites in Toronto—a move that experts say will result in the loss of lives. Supervised consumption sites are safe indoor spaces where people can use pre-obtained drugs under the supervision of trained health professionals. These health professionals are able to immediately assist a person experiencing an overdose. 21,000 overdoses were reversed in Ontario since 2020 because of these sites—saving lives.

Take action to protect life saving public health services here.

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Training: How to Speak at the Police Board

Training: How to Speak at the Police Board

Progress Toronto is excited to host a free training on Wednesday, July 24 with our Organizer Francis Tersigni and Founding Advisor Monica de Vera on how to speak at the Toronto Police Services Board! Learn more and sign up here.

The Toronto Police Services Board is meeting to review a draft long-term staffing plan that will set up their budget for years to come. You have an opportunity to speak to the Police Board and tell them to invest in evidence-based solutions that make our city safer by reallocating the ballooning $1.2 billion police budget to other services.

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