Alcohol

• Prescribing antidepressants to treat alcohol use disorder can cause cravings: CMAJ

  The advice is comprised of 15 recommendations on early detection of alcohol use disorder, withdrawal management, psychological interventions and community-based programs.

  Canada

  Oct 16
  
• ‘Wow’: Couple caught doing bedroom ‘activities’ while driving, Regina police say

  A court summons and $1,215 in fines were handed out after a couple were caught in the act while driving in Regina by police.

  Crime

  Sep 18
  
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• Cardston Town Council makes amendment to century-old liquor bylaw

  After more than a century, the town of Cardston, Alta., has approved the limited sale of liquor at some restaurants and recreational facilities.

  Canada

  Sep 13
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• Regina says ‘no’ to alcohol in parks; Saskatoon in no hurry on the issue

  Regina's city council voted down a proposal to allow alcohol in city parks, 7-4. Saskatoon has no immediate plans to address the issue.

  Consumer

  Aug 18
• Man in life-threatening condition after late-night CTrain collision

  Calgary police are investigating a serious collision involving a CTrain and a pedestrian Thursday night at the Franklin LRT Station.

  Crime

  Aug 11
• Manitoba liquor store closures spark addictions, health conversation

  Manitoba's liquor labour dispute has left many liquor stores closed and some addictions experts troubled. Their primary concern is alcohol withdrawal.

  Health

  Aug 10
• Should alcohol consumption be allowed in London, Ont. parks? Councillors and residents divided

  While Toronto is the first municipality in Ontario to ease prohibitions on alcohol in parks, those in London are divided on the issue.

  Canada

  Aug 3
• Manitoba liquor workers’ union asking for ‘fair deal’ as strike impacts private sector

  Liquor workers are still on strike, as both sides begin the negotiation process, and the effects of the picket lines are felt even in the private sector.

  Canada

  Jul 31
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• Woman charged after alcohol was served at teen’s birthday party

  Two boys were sent home to their parents after being found intoxicated. Others were involved in fights.

  Crime

  Jul 17
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• Toronto considers pilot project to allow alcohol consumption in 20 parks

  Next week, a city committee will be considering the program proposed by municipal staff, with recommendations then going to city council for consideration next month. 

  Canada

  Jun 28