Montreal mothers celebrated for overcoming addiction by family, friends
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Twenty mothers celebrated victory over drug addiction at Portage on Sunday with their children by their side. Continue reading
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Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research celebrates ‘dynamic’ five years
In addition to alcohol and substance-use, researchers examine non-substance based addictions like gaming, internet use, compulsive eating and sun tanning. Continue reading
Regina recovery conference aims to reduce addictions stigma, build supports
By David Baxter Reporter
Hundreds filled the Queensbury Convention Centre on Friday to hear stories of addictions recovery, learn what supports are out there and what needs to be improved. Continue reading
Alberta’s supervised consumption services review committee makes final stop in Edmonton
Alberta’s supervised consumption services were discussed on Wednesday as members of communities in Edmonton got the opportunity to share their concerns. Continue reading
Southern Alberta woman detoxing from drug addiction delivers healthy baby
Katherine Holy White Man is a single woman trying to get off drugs at the Blood Tribe detox centre in Standoff, Alta. Continue reading
Health Canada approves 1st supervised consumption site in Saskatchewan
Health Canada has approved the first supervised consumption site in Saskatoon and the province. Continue reading
Doctor-prescribed addiction: How these Canadians got hooked on opioids
“I had a fentanyl patch on my left arm, I was taking 20 Percocets a day, and 160 milligrams OxyContin at the same time.” Continue reading
PARN, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP push for local consumption and treatment service site
According to PARN executive director Kim Dolan, the city needs such a facility, but there are many challenges that come with setting one up, including finding a location. Continue reading
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City councillor pitches new relief plan for Calgarians’ security costs associated with drug-related crime
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Drug-related break-ins and vandalism are leading to higher security costs for some people in downtown Calgary. Continue reading
Blood Tribe detox centre visited by associate mental health and addictions minister
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
Jason Luan made a stop in Standoff, the largest community on the Blood Tribe Reserve, to meet those on the front lines battling the opioid crisis. Continue reading