Centretown residents demand action on open drug use near school, but advocates say there are no easy fixes The proximity of Centre 507 to Glashan Public School has led to visible drug use and safety concerns for students and residents. While the center provides vital services, its location and the lack of broader city-wide support for the homeless and addicted population have made the situation untenable. Advocates argue that simply expanding hours is not enough; a more comprehensive approach is needed to address the crisis effectively. Centretown residents, like Pamela Bowles, are increasingly concerned about the visible drug use and rowdy behavior near Centre 507, a drop-in center located next to Glashan Public School. The center provides essential services to a large homeless and addicted population, but its close proximity to the school has created significant safety issues for students and neighbors. Richard Leblanc, the center's executive director, acknowledges the problem but points out that the area has become a magnet for people in need, exacerbating the situation. While extending the center's hours was meant to help, it hasn't solved the root problem of uncontrolled drug use and homelessness on the streets.