Court Ruling Sparks Notwithstanding Clause Debate
Canada's Supreme Court eliminated mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, prompting conservative calls for the notwithstanding clause and sparking debate about judicial overreach.
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Manitoba approves rare disease drug coverage
Jeremy Bray wins drug coverage for rare condition after provincial announcement. Read how this decision impacts rare disease patients across Manitoba.
3 charged in Calgary downtown drug investigation
Calgary police have charged three individuals following an extensive drug investigation in the downtown core and Beltline areas. Learn about the operation details and charges.
Frontline worker calls for improved Sask. addictions care
Chantel Huel, a former addict turned outreach worker, urges Saskatchewan to enhance addiction treatment services. Her powerful story highlights the need for better support systems.
Novo's obesity drug shows 14.5% weight loss in trial
Novo Nordisk's experimental obesity drug amycretin demonstrates significant weight loss results in mid-stage study, advancing to late-phase testing for diabetes patients.
Canada to Restore Child Porn Mandatory Minimums
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces legislation to restore mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession after Supreme Court ruling. New bill expected by year-end.
Winnipeg man denied $300k treatment coverage
Jeremy Bray fights for life-changing spinal muscular atrophy treatment after Manitoba denies coverage. Learn about his journey and healthcare challenges.
B.C. activists launch constitutional drug challenge
Vancouver activists who tested and sold heroin and meth face charges, launching a constitutional challenge that could reshape Canada's drug policy. Learn the details.
Northern Ontario woman charged after $50K drug seizure
Ontario Provincial Police seized $50,000 worth of crystal meth and cocaine in Smooth Rock Falls raid. Local woman faces charges in Thursday operation.
Saskatoon overdose alert issued after 104 cases
Saskatchewan health ministry issues overdose alert in Saskatoon after 104 overdoses in 10 days. Frontline workers cite treatment barriers as fatalities rise.
Health Canada permanently controls illicit drug sedative
Health Canada takes decisive action to permanently control a dangerous sedative found in illegal drug markets. Learn about the government's latest drug safety measures.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
Windsor police seize $30K in drugs and cash
Windsor Police Service confiscates significant narcotics and currency in major drug bust. Learn about the seizure details and ongoing investigations in Windsor.
Drug charges laid after Goffs traffic stop: RCMP
Nova Scotia RCMP charge two men after discovering drugs during Goffs traffic stop. Latest law enforcement action highlights ongoing drug enforcement efforts in the region.
Journal sued over controversial antidepressant drug trial
A medical journal faces legal action after publishing a study promoting antidepressant use for youth depression treatment. The infamous drug trial returns to spotlight amid growing concerns.
Guns seized in Prince George drug investigation
RCMP officers confiscate several firearms during drug investigation in Prince George home. Latest details on the police operation and public safety concerns.
$1.8M Cocaine Seized in Ontario Traffic Stop
Ontario Provincial Police intercepted 18 kilograms of cocaine valued at $1.8 million during a routine traffic stop in northwestern Ontario. Learn about this major drug bust.
Clinical Trial Tests Home Device for Knee Osteoarthritis
SPRI and Neuromuscular Dynamics launch NIH-funded clinical trial testing Leg Dexterity System for non-surgical knee osteoarthritis treatment. Eight-week study aims to reduce pain and improve mobility.
$4M drugs seized in Halifax, man charged
RCMP in Halifax confiscate approximately $4 million worth of cocaine and pills in major drug bust. One man faces charges as investigation continues.
Trump backs escalated cartel targeting in Mexico, Colombia
President Trump supports intensified efforts against drug cartels in Mexico and Colombia, including potential bombing of illicit manufacturing facilities. Read the latest developments.
Northern Ontario teens charged with drug offences in Dryden
Three southern Ontario residents, including youths aged 13 and 16, face drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop in Dryden. Get the latest on this developing story.
Kitchener man charged following drug investigation
Waterloo Regional Police charge Kitchener man after executing search warrants on vehicles and residence in ongoing drug investigation. Latest details on the case.
Drug gang leader captured in Spain after faking death
Spanish authorities capture Ecuadorian drug cartel leader who staged his own death years earlier. Major international arrest highlights global drug trafficking networks.
Mandatory drug treatment saved my life: former addict
A former fentanyl addict credits involuntary treatment with saving his life, as Canada debates implementing similar programs to address the opioid crisis.
North Bay drug bust yields weapons, multiple charges
North Bay police seized weapons, drugs, and cash in significant drug bust. Multiple charges laid following Thursday evening operation. Read the full details.
Trump doubts drug boat stops amid record cocaine seizures
President Trump claims stopping suspected drug boats is ineffective, while U.S. authorities report record cocaine seizures. Analysis of the conflicting drug enforcement perspectives.
Supreme Court Child Porn Ruling Sparks Fury
Warren Steinley condemns the SCC's 5-4 decision striking down mandatory minimums for child sexual abuse material possession. Read why Conservatives are demanding action.
4 Arrested in Montreal Fentanyl Trafficking Operation
Montreal police dismantled a drug network, arresting four and seizing fentanyl, ketamine, pills, and nearly $26,000 in cash in the Plateau-Mont-Royal borough. Learn more about the police operation.
Three arrested in Sudbury drug and weapons sweep
Two suspects from southern Ontario and one from Sudbury face drug and weapons charges following arrests on Highway 69 and Bancroft Drive. Learn the details of the police operation.
US military kills 4 in 20th Caribbean drug boat strike
U.S. forces conduct 20th anti-drug operation in Caribbean, resulting in four fatalities on alleged drug-running vessel. Latest in ongoing security efforts.
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