On April 22, 2026, a drug alert was issued for the Regina area.
An alarming increase in drug overdoses has been reported in Regina between April 1 and April 21, 2026.
Regina Fire and Protective Services, alongside the Newo-Yotina Friendship Centre, recorded 140 overdose-related emergency calls during this period.
Many cases were severe, involving unconsciousness and cardiac arrest, requiring CPR and advanced medical intervention.
Testing of drug samples, which were done by Newo-Yotina, confirmed the presence of fentanyl and benzodiazepines, with the possibility of additional unknown substances circulating in the community.
The exact composition and appearance of the drugs remain unknown.
Health officials warn that while naloxone can reverse opioid effects, it does not work on non-opioid substances like benzodiazepines. Multiple doses of naloxone have been required in many cases and were not always effective, increasing the risk to users.
Residents are urged to exercise extreme caution, as the current drug supply may contain a dangerous mix of opioids, benzodiazepines, and other unidentified substances.
The alert remains in effect until April 29, 2026.
The alert was found at SHA website
Regina Drug Alert page April 22, 2026