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Drug Checking at Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (VANDU)

Drug checking is a harm reduction service that allows people to determine what is in their substances and potentially take action to reduce the risk of any associated harms.

In collaboration with community partners, free, anonymous drug-checking services are available in Vancouver and other communities across Vancouver Coastal Health.

How to access

  • Walk in

    Walk in during regular hours and speak with a staff member to access drug-checking services.

Hours of operation

Currently closed
  • Monday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Thursday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Friday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Saturday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Sunday:   10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Our office hours are from 10-4, Monday to Friday. Our space and our Overdose Prevention Site is open from 10-10 every day.

Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (VANDU)

A group of users and former users working together to improve the lives of people who use drugs through peer support and education.

Drug Checking

Drug checking is a harm reduction service that allows people to determine what is in their substances and potentially take action to reduce the risk of any associated harms.