Public health

Canada’s opioid crisis has led to rising overdose deaths and homelessness. Efforts like the opioid class action and naloxone distribution offer hope.

Canada’s opioid crisis has had a devastating impact on First Nations communities, leading to a class action lawsuit and the distribution of Naloxone kits.

The opioid crisis in Canada continues to have deep emotional and sociocultural impacts, as seen in a recent shooting incident in a Saskatoon First Nation community.

The Canadian opioid crisis has led to a class action lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies in British Columbia, seeking compensation for the costs associated with the crisis. A lawyer argues against consolidating the lawsuit into a single trial due to its complexity.

Understanding the legal battle in the Canadian opioid crisis, including consolidation of lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies.

“First Nations communities in Ontario face a dual struggle with land disputes and opioid addiction, highlighting the complex nature of the opioid crisis.”

British Columbia has certified a class-action lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies involved in the opioid crisis, potentially setting a precedent for other provinces.

British Columbia announces a class action lawsuit against opioid companies, addressing the severe burden of the opioid crisis in Canada.

Shuswap Band in BC takes proactive step to combat opioid crisis by taking over child and family services, offering culturally sensitive support to affected families. A powerful model of self-governance amidst the crisis. #opioidcrisis #selfdetermination

British Columbia is taking over 40 pharmaceutical companies to court, blaming them for their role in worsening the opioid crisis.