Windsor gambling cases double, HDGH seeks ad restrictions
Windsor's HDGH reports local gambling cases have doubled, calling for urgent limits on sports-betting advertising. Learn about the growing addiction crisis.
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Quebec youth centre launches anti-violence video
A South Shore youth centre is tackling the rise of youth violence in Quebec with a powerful new awareness video, aiming to break the cycle and empower young people.
Windsor Youth Centre's HUGS Drive Highlights Growing Need
Windsor Youth Centre's annual HUGS drive faces unprecedented demand as funding pressures mount. Learn how the community can support local youth during challenging times.
Windsor HART Hub Opens for Mental Health Support
Windsor-Essex launches HART Hub to provide crucial mental health and addiction services. Learn how this new facility will support community wellness and recovery efforts.
Vancouver sees alarming spike in non-fatal overdoses
Vancouver health authorities report significant increase in non-fatal overdoses. Learn about the crisis response and public health implications. Stay informed about addiction recovery resources.
Saskatoon renews detox centre funding amid confusion
Saskatoon City Council has renewed funding for a provincial detox centre, though some councillors admitted they didn't know its location. Learn about this important decision for addiction recovery services.
Royal Ottawa Launches Day Detox for Addiction Treatment
The Royal Ottawa introduces Canada's first day detox program for alcohol and opioid addiction, addressing overwhelming demand with innovative outpatient care.
B.C. parents push for involuntary care for addicted youth
Desperate British Columbia parents are advocating for policy changes to allow involuntary care for drug-addicted children. Learn about their emotional fight for reform.
Ottawa youth addiction advocate Joshua Clatney dies at 28
Joshua Clatney, a fierce advocate for youth struggling with addiction in Ottawa, has passed away at age 28. Learn about his remarkable journey from addiction to community leadership.
Toronto's radical plan for homeless shelters and drugs
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.
Jodie Sweetin's First Drink at 14 Sparked Addiction
Full House star Jodie Sweetin details her first alcohol experience at age 14 and subsequent addiction struggles in a revealing podcast interview about her recovery journey.
Manitoba announces new meth crisis plan with coordination
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew reveals coordinated strategy to tackle methamphetamine crisis, including new resources and enhanced collaboration across government agencies.
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.
Study: Short-Form Videos Harm Mental Health
A major analysis of 71 studies finds short-form videos like TikTok and Instagram Reels are linked to poorer cognition and mental health decline. Learn the risks.
Ottawa addiction recovery group celebrates 42 years
Serenity Renewal for Families celebrates four decades of supporting individuals and families affected by addiction in Ottawa. Learn about their vital community work.
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.
Alberta Bill 9 harms LGBTQ+ youth: research
New research shows Alberta's Bill 9 is causing mental health crises among 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and undermining parental rights. Read the disturbing findings.
Four youths charged in Sarnia break and enter cases
Sarnia police have charged four youths following multiple break and enter investigations. Learn about the charges and ongoing police efforts to combat property crime.
LGBTQIA2S+ Advocate Martin Withenshaw Remembered
Martin Withenshaw, a dedicated LGBTQIA2S+ advocate who believed in a better future for rainbow communities, is being honoured across Canada. Learn about his legacy.
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.
Northern Ontario Trans Advocate Shares Difficult Journey
Vincent Bolt's suicide attempt led his family to acceptance. Now a psychotherapist, he advocates for Ontario's transgender community. Read his powerful story.
Royal Alex supervised consumption site replaced
Alberta government transitions Royal Alexandra Hospital's supervised consumption site to recovery-oriented addiction services. Learn about the new approach to substance use treatment.
Mentorship Gap for BIPOC Youth in Canada
A new Canadian study reveals mentorship is crucial for BIPOC youth employment, yet nearly one-third lack a mentor. Discover the findings and the call for action.
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.
Documentary follows songwriter's journey to confront trauma
Calgary-born Cassidy Waring returns home to confront childhood trauma in documentary Hearse Chasing, exploring family addiction and complex PTSD. Premiering at CUFF.Docs.
Alberta youth employment crisis revealed in new report
A new report exposes the severe employment and unemployment challenges facing Alberta's youth. Learn about the economic pressures and potential solutions affecting young Canadians.
Readers Sound Off on Gambling Ads and Pipeline Politics
Canadian readers voice strong opinions on the rise of sports gambling advertising, East-West pipeline disputes, and New York City's future in a series of letters to the editor.
New Calgary Youth Mental Health Facility Opening 2027
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
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.
Sports gambling crisis: The next social epidemic
Legalized sports gambling has become a social epidemic, causing financial ruin and addiction among young men. Learn why experts call for urgent action.
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