fentanyl
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healthFord Defends Closure of Drug Consumption Sites Amid Backlash
Ontario Premier Doug Ford stands by shutting down supervised drug sites, citing community safety, as health experts and former mayors warn of rising overdose risks.
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healthRCMP Seizes $450K in Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Meth
RCMP arrested a 42-year-old Calgary man after seizing 4.1kg of drugs valued at $450,000. The operation disrupted Alberta's drug trade amid 1,181 opioid deaths in 2024.
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worldFentanyl Trafficking Network Dismantled: $2.3M Seized in Major Bust
Law enforcement agencies crack down on an interprovincial fentanyl trafficking ring, seizing over $2.3 million worth of the dangerous drug.
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healthGrief Support Emerges for Families Affected by Overdose Deaths
A mother finds solace and community in a support group after the tragic loss of her son to an overdose.
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worldSupreme Court Rejects Trump Tariffs, Cites Executive Overreach
The Supreme Court has blocked Trump's reciprocal tariffs, ruling he exceeded executive authority. The decision impacts trade with China, Canada, and Mexico.
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techBlockchain Data Predicts Drug Overdose Surges Months Ahead
New analysis reveals blockchain transaction data can provide a critical early warning system for impending drug crises, offering months of advance notice.
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healthSaskatoon Supervised Consumption Site Sees Overdose Cases Triple in 2025
Saskatoon's sole supervised consumption site reports a threefold increase in overdose interventions in 2025, highlighting the escalating toxic drug crisis and the vital role of harm reduction services.