Canadian Downtowns Gutted by Crime, 19% of Businesses at Risk
A wave of street disorder and crime is forcing businesses to close across Canada. New data reveals nearly 20% of retailers say their survival is unsustainable. Read the full analysis.
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London Drugs Shuts Down Vancouver Downtown Eastside Location
London Drugs is closing its store in Vancouver's Woodwards building, citing safety and operational challenges. The retailer is the latest business to leave the Downtown Eastside development.
Drugs, cash seized in east Windsor police operation
Windsor police confiscated illicit drugs and a sum of cash during searches at two east Windsor locations. Get the full details on the January 8, 2026, enforcement action.
Kilos Return Fast After Stopping Weight-Loss Drugs: Study
New research shows patients quickly regain weight after ending GLP-1 medications like Wegovy. Experts stress the need for long-term lifestyle strategies. Learn the findings.
Weight-Loss Drug Pioneer Honored with King Faisal Prize
Professor Svetlana Mojsov, whose research led to revolutionary drugs like Ozempic, has been awarded the 2026 King Faisal Prize in Medicine. Her work is tackling a global obesity crisis.
London Drugs Closing Woodward's Location in Vancouver
London Drugs will permanently close its Downtown Eastside Vancouver store on February 1, 2025, citing persistent safety incidents and unsustainable financial losses. Read the full story.
Canadian Platform to Offer India-Sourced Ozempic to US
A Canadian pharmacy platform plans to supply US patients with Ozempic sourced from India starting in 2026, creating a new cross-border pharmaceutical channel. Learn the details and implications.
Novo Nordisk Plans Lower-Price Ozempic to Fight Generics
Pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk is considering a strategic rebrand of a lower-price version of Ozempic to compete directly with upcoming generic alternatives. Learn about the potential market shift.
St. Catharines men charged after guns, drugs seizure
Two men from St. Catharines are under arrest following a police investigation that led to the seizure of drugs and firearms. Get the latest details on the charges.
Drugs, machetes seized from Lethbridge encampment
Lethbridge police seized drugs and weapons, including machetes, from a downtown encampment on New Year's Day 2026. A woman faces charges. Read the details.
Winnipeg officer admits to selling drugs after guilty plea
A Winnipeg police officer who pleaded guilty to taking a photo of a dead woman has now admitted to selling drugs. Get the latest details on this shocking case.
5 charged after Calgary police seize $89K in drugs
Calgary police have charged five individuals following a drug investigation that led to the seizure of approximately $89,000 worth of narcotics from two southwest residences. Get the full details on the bust.
RCMP spike belt stops vehicle with guns, drugs in B.C.
Police in British Columbia deployed a spike belt to stop a vehicle carrying firearms and drugs. Read the full details of the high-risk intervention.
Ozempic's Impact on Productivity and Workplace Culture
Explore how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are transforming workplace dynamics, from employer-sponsored benefits to shifting social etiquette. Discover the data behind this growing trend.
Federal money to help Ottawa tackle toxic drug crisis
Ottawa is set to deploy nearly $4 million in federal funding to combat the toxic drug supply. Learn how the city plans to use these critical resources for harm reduction and public health.
$4M Drug Haul Seized by Burnaby RCMP in Investigation
Burnaby RCMP confiscated over 97 kilograms of illicit drugs valued at nearly $4 million in a significant trafficking probe. Get the full details on the seizure and investigation.
Two arrested for drugs after N.L. traffic stop
RCMP in Newfoundland and Labrador arrested two individuals for illicit drug possession following a routine traffic stop. Get the details on the seizure and charges.
No fixes for B.C.'s rare disease drug program after 5 months
Five months after Premier David Eby called for change, B.C.'s costly rare disease drug program remains unreformed. The review continues, leaving families in limbo.
London man charged in Lambton County drug seizure
A London resident faces charges after police seize millions in drugs in Lambton County. Get the latest details on the investigation and charges.
Unauthorized Drugs Seized from Vancouver Gym
Health Canada enforcement officers have seized unauthorized pharmaceutical drugs from a Vancouver fitness facility. Discover the details of the raid and the ongoing risks of unregulated substances.
North Bay police arrest suspect, seize $11K in drugs
North Bay police executed a search warrant on Lakeshore Drive, arresting a robbery suspect and seizing illicit drugs valued at $11,000 and a Glock-style BB gun. Details on the arrest and charges.
Police seize $7K+ in drugs from St. Thomas home
St. Thomas Police arrested two suspects and confiscated over $7,000 worth of illegal narcotics from a local residence on December 22, 2025. Read the full details of the investigation.
OPP seizes $36K in drugs from Exeter home
Ontario Provincial Police confiscated approximately $36,000 worth of illegal narcotics from a residence in Exeter, South Huron. The raid also uncovered offence-related items and money.
26 kg of cocaine seized from ship container in Vancouver
The Canada Border Services Agency intercepted 26 kilograms of cocaine concealed in a shipping container from Colombia at the Port of Vancouver. Learn about the significant drug bust and ongoing investigation.
Turkish Football Club Chairman Questioned in Drug Probe
The chairman of Turkish football giant Fenerbahce has been formally questioned as part of a significant narcotics investigation, sending shockwaves through the sports world.
Windsor police seize $8,000 cash and illegal drugs
Windsor Police Service confiscates thousands in cash and narcotics in a significant seizure. Get the full details on the bust and ongoing investigations.
Drugs, guns, money seized in London police raid
Ontario Provincial Police have seized a significant quantity of drugs, firearms, and cash from a London residence, leading to criminal charges. Get the latest details on the investigation.
UBC discovers cause of statin muscle fatigue
UBC researchers have pinpointed how cholesterol-lowering statins damage muscles, a breakthrough that could lead to safer drugs for millions of Canadians. Learn about the new findings.
5 Arrested in Montreal After Police Find Guns, Drugs, Cash
Montreal police have arrested five individuals following searches that uncovered illegal firearms, narcotics, and a significant sum of cash. Get the full details on the police operation.
Over 1 tonne of meth seized at B.C. border in 2025
The Canada Border Services Agency reports a major methamphetamine seizure exceeding one tonne in British Columbia this year. Learn about the ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling.
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