Vernon, Lumby, Cherryville

Overdose Awareness Day Mobile Roadshow

August 31, 2026 | Cherryville, Lumby & Vernon

Join the North Okanagan Rural Response partners for a special International Overdose Awareness Day Mobile Roadshow, featuring three community open-house events across the North Okanagan in one day.

This free event is an opportunity to learn lifesaving skills, connect with local resources, and have open, judgment-free conversations about substance use and recovery. Whether you’re supporting a loved one, looking for information, or simply wanting to learn more, everyone is welcome.

What to Expect:

Learn how to administer Naloxone and receive a free kit to take home

Connect with substance use experts and participate in an informal Q&A
Learn how to support someone who is using substances
Find out how to access supports and services in your community
Learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose
Help reduce stigma through education, awareness, and conversation
Connect with local treatment, recovery, and harm-reduction resources
Locations

Cherryville Community Food & Resource Society – Cherryville 9:00 AM -10:30 AM
White Valley Community Hall – Lumby 12 PM-1:30 PM
CMHA Vernon & District – Vernon 2:30 PM – 4:00PM
Together, we can build awareness, save lives, and create a more compassionate community.

Free • Everyone welcome