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Health Canada's drug crisis response lacks urgency: advocate
Jeremy Kalicum, co-founder of DULF, expresses shock at Health Canada's slow response to the overdose crisis. Read about the fight for a safe drug supply in Vancouver.
Fentanyl-linked fatal overdoses rise in Nova Scotia
New research reveals illicit opioids like fentanyl are driving a concerning increase in fatal overdoses across Nova Scotia. Learn about the crisis and its impacts.
Montreal issues overdose alert for new synthetic opioid
Montreal public health officials have issued an urgent warning about a dangerous new synthetic opioid found in the local drug supply. Learn the risks and safety information.
Regina overdose spike linked to pink drug chunks
Regina health authorities warn about dangerous pink drug chunks causing overdose spike. Learn safety tips and emergency response procedures.
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.
Fredericton police seize $94K worth of fentanyl
Fredericton police make major drug bust, confiscating nearly half a kilogram of deadly fentanyl with street value approaching $94,000. Learn about this significant seizure.
Saskatoon sees 104 overdoses, 2 deaths in one week
Saskatoon faces devastating overdose crisis with 104 incidents and 2 fatalities reported in just seven days. Health authorities urge immediate action and community awareness.
Vancouver task force reduces DTES overdoses: mayor
Vancouver's mayor reports progress in overdose reduction through DTES task force. Public health experts weigh in on the initiative's effectiveness and challenges ahead.
Regina drug alert: fentanyl found in crystal meth supply
Regina officials warn about dangerous drugs sold as crystal meth containing fentanyl and opioids after spike in overdoses. Stay informed and share to save lives.
Opioid overdoses down for third year in London
Public Health reports a significant decline in opioid-related overdoses and deaths in Middlesex-London for the third consecutive year. Learn about the strategies behind this public health success.
B.C. human rights chief: drug stigma is colonialist
B.C.'s human rights commissioner declares stigmatizing drug use as colonialist, clashing with the province's recent policy reversals on decriminalization and safe supply.
Sudbury overdose deaths stabilize amid stimulant surge
New report reveals Sudbury's drug overdose deaths have stabilized but remain high, with stimulants now killing as many people as opioids. Learn about the concerning trends.
Canada's Social Decline: Beyond Economic Troubles
Beyond economic struggles, Canada faces declining life expectancy, rising overdose deaths, and slipping global rankings in key social indicators. Read the full analysis.
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.
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 suspected drug deaths in Waterloo Region in 3 days
Waterloo Region faces a drug crisis as three suspected overdose deaths occur within three days. Authorities urge awareness of naloxone kits and addiction resources.
Fake Dilaudid pills suspected in fatal Nova Scotia overdose
Health officials warn about counterfeit Dilaudid pills circulating in Nova Scotia after suspected fatal overdose. Learn how to identify fake medications and protect yourself.
B.C. lawsuit settlement sets new overdose site standards
A lawsuit over a Vancouver overdose prevention site has been settled, leading to new provincial standards and community consultation requirements for future facilities.
Ontario Defunds Injection Site Over Crime Concerns
Ontario takes unprecedented action, cutting funding to Parkdale injection site as crime spikes 53%. Discover how this decision reflects changing attitudes toward supervised consumption.
Federal investment to tackle opioid crisis in Elgin
The Canadian government announces new federal funding to strengthen community-led responses to the opioid crisis in Elgin County. Learn how this investment will save lives.
Major Fentanyl Seizure: $255K Drugs Confiscated in Grey Bruce
OPP makes one of Grey Bruce's largest fentanyl seizures, confiscating $255,000 worth of drugs in Wiarton. Learn about this significant drug enforcement operation and its impact on community safety.
Windsor University Students Combat Opioid Crisis
University of Windsor students take action against the opioid crisis by distributing naloxone kits and hosting training sessions on campus. Learn how young leaders are making a difference.
Record fentanyl seizure in Windsor saves lives
OPP and Windsor police seize record 46 kg of fentanyl - enough lethal doses to kill Windsor's population twice. Major drug trafficking network dismantled.
Bodybuilder Hayley McNeff died from drug overdose at 37
American bodybuilding champion Hayley McNeff died at age 37 from an accidental drug overdose involving multiple substances. The fitness influencer was featured in the documentary Raising the Bar.
Fentanyl Flood: US-Canada Border Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how illegal border crossings between the U.S. and Canada are becoming major conduits for deadly fentanyl trafficking, overwhelming law enforcement and devastating communities.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Barrie Police Seize 800g of Heroin in Major Drug Bust
Barrie police make significant drug seizure following intensive trafficking investigation, removing dangerous opioids from local streets in coordinated enforcement operation.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Canada's Painkiller Shortage Extends Into New Year
Critical shortages of hydromorphone and other essential pain medications continue to plague Canadian pharmacies, leaving patients scrambling as supply chain issues persist.
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