9 overdoses reported at Regina city hall tent encampment

Nine overdoses have been recorded at Regina's city hall tent encampment, city administration said.

Nine overdoses have been recorded at Regina’s city hall tent encampment, the City of Regina said.

The camp – established nearly a month ago – has grown to include 72 tents, according to a recent count by the city.

On July 10, around 47 people appeared to be living at the site on the west lawn of city hall.

Both Regina police and Regina Fire and Protective Services (RFPS) have been providing wellness checks at the encampment since its formation.

Of the nine overdoses, either RFPS, volunteers at the site or EMS provided treatment.

For two of the overdoses, treatment was refused, according to the city.

In an effort to keep the camp safe, the fire inspection team has removed “high hazard” items such as propane and other compressed gas cylinders.