Canadian First Nations

The Indigenous Community Grappling with the Opioid Crisis: Insights from Maskwacis, Alberta

The Indigenous community of Maskwacis, Alberta is grappling with the devastating impact of the opioid crisis, with 83 deaths reported since 2020. Efforts are being made to combat the crisis, including a mobile treatment unit and naloxone training. The community has also launched an opioid class action against pharmaceutical companies. The crisis is closely linked with issues of homelessness and crime, making it a complex issue to address. However, the community’s resilience and determination to find solutions provide hope amidst the crisis.

Canadian First Nations Support SCOTUS Review of Purdue Bankruptcy

In a pivotal legal juncture that has captured global attention, the U.S. Supreme Court has taken a momentous step by agreeing to review the legality of the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement, a development that could significantly impact the ongoing First Nations Opioid Class Action. This move holds the potential to reshape the trajectory of justice for …

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