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After the Moncton fire department responded to 52 overdose cases last weekend, frontline workers in New Brunswick are on high alert. As Reeti Meenakshi Rohilla reports, harm-reduction workers say they’re watching the situation closely as a dangerous new veterinary sedative is appearing in the region’s illegal drug supply.

WATCH: Ward 6 Coun. Jasmin Parker explains the Solair Development concept plan in the RM of Corman Park and what it could mean for the city. Parker also discusses the overdose crisis in the city and impact on frontline services.

WATCH: Saskatoon’s firefighters union president Jay Protz says his members are experiencing a growing strain as they respond to an uptick in overdose calls following the closure of the city’s only safe-consumption site earlier this month.

This week marks 10 years since the toxic drug crisis was declared a public health emergency in B.C. Aaron McArthur reports.

WATCH: Between issues like burnout and the ongoing overdose crisis, more paramedics are leaving the profession than are coming in. watch above to see where the gaps are and what the province could do to keep people on the frontlines.

Nicole Mucci sits down with Global News Morning to discuss the importance of the UGM’s annual Easter meal, as B.C. approaches the 10 year anniversary of the overdose crisis.

With multiple overdose deaths reported over the weekend in Regina the spotlight is back on the toxic drug crisis in Saskatchewan. Uranium City could be making a comeback as a Canadian mineral exploration company announces it’s begun development activities near the once booming mining town.

A Kelowna mother who lost two of her sons to the toxic drug crisis is hoping to help others dealing with similar grief. She’s now part of a support program aimed at destigmatizing overdose-related deaths. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.

What’s being blamed for a spike in Toronto’s opioid overdoses. The search for two armed suspects in Saskatchewan after a deadly shooting at a First Nation. Canada warns of a deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as Israel prepares to ban dozens of aid organizations. Plus, the significant people who the world said goodbye to in...

As we reported last week, Belleville is still under a state of emergency, first declared in early 2024 after a rash of overdoses shined a light on the opioid crisis in smaller communities. Now, the city is taking new Steps to tackle addiction, mental health, and homelessness. Jesse Reynolds has more.

As the nation grapples with the ongoing opioid drug crisis, naloxone has emerged as a critical tool for reversing the effects of an overdose. However, accessing a kit and learning how to administer it can feel overwhelming. Chris Schmied, Director of Learning, Training, and Skills Development at St. John Ambulance, joins Ross Hull to provide...

Sunday is International Overdose Awareness Day, when family and friends remember those lost to the toxic drug crisis. And while everyone agrees they are all senseless, preventable deaths, there’s still debate on possible solutions to prevent others from succumbing to the epidemic. Julia Foy reports.

Crews called out to a brush fire that sparked close to homes in White Rock. Uncertainty lingers on what may happen if unionized B.C. public service workers go on strike this week. People across B.C. mark International Overdose Awareness Day, to remember those lost due to the toxic drug crisis.

After a brief reprieve, overdose numbers are hitting record levels again in Saskatoon. In the span of three days, the Saskatoon Fire Department responded to 30 overdose calls.

WATCH: Saskatoon Police Chief Cam McBride with an update on evade police and use of force reports and what progress is being made on drugs circulating the city in Saskatoon’s overdose crisis.

As Saskatoon still grapples with an overdose crisis, Saskatchewan universities are making sure staff and students have the help they need.

After shutting down for a few weeks in response to the overdose crisis, two Saskatoon libraries are set to reopen soon after a complete refresh.

As Saskatoon continues to struggle through an overdose crisis, the Broadway Business Improvement District is offering tools to help those in the community stay safe.

The parents of a Vancouver teen who died of an overdose in November spent what would have been his 17th birthday at his high school to remember him and raise awareness about the toxic drug crisis.

Despite the province saying support is on the way for Prairie Harm Reduction, Saskatoon’s safe drug consumption site says they are yet to receive any help.