Public health

Pikwakanagan First Nations combat the opioid crisis with police commitment, community involvement and Naloxone distribution for overdose prevention.

Investing $4M in Indigenous-led homeless shelter in Lethbridge to tackle opioid crisis in Alberta. Providing addictions treatment and recovery services.

“Tribal communities in Washington offer insights on combating the devastating opioid crisis, highlighting resilience, class action suits, and life-saving naloxone use.”

The Canadian opioid crisis reveals a devastating impact on society, from increased crime rates to a surge in homelessness. Actions like opioid class actions and naloxone distribution are key steps forward.

Canada’s opioid crisis has had a devastating impact on Indigenous communities, exacerbating existing issues and creating new challenges. Access to clean water is crucial in addressing the crisis and improving overall health and well-being. Efforts like the opioid class action lawsuit and naloxone distribution are important, but more initiatives are needed, including better water management. A holistic approach is necessary to effectively tackle the opioid crisis.

Isotonic carfentanil, an opioid 25 times more potent than fentanyl, has been detected in the Quebec City region, adding to the ongoing opioid crisis.

The Canadian opioid crisis is causing a surge in homelessness and crime rates, and authorities and NGOs are taking action to combat the issue.

The crisis in Canada worsens as a new powerful opioid, 25 times more potent than Fentanyl, is detected in Quebec.

The Canadian opioid crisis has seen a 70% increase in opioid-related deaths in Sudbury in 2020, with a total of 46 fatalities.

“DEA reverses decision on license revocation for drug distributor fueling Canadian opioid crisis, creating controversy.”