Mandatory drug treatment saved my life: former addict
A former fentanyl addict credits involuntary treatment with saving his life, as Canada debates implementing similar programs to address the opioid crisis.
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Sports gambling crisis: The next social epidemic
Legalized sports gambling has become a social epidemic, causing financial ruin and addiction among young men. Learn why experts call for urgent action.
Cold Turkey Smoking Cessation Success After 50 Years
An 86-year-old shares how quitting smoking cold turkey nearly 50 years ago changed his life. Read this inspiring story and get expert advice from Dear Abby.
Alan Doyle: Mental Health Treatments Actually Work
Great Big Sea's Alan Doyle shares his mental health journey and foundation work, advocating for open discussions and effective treatments in Canada.
Three suspected drug deaths in Waterloo Region in 3 days
Waterloo Region faces a drug crisis as three suspected overdose deaths occur within three days. Authorities urge awareness of naloxone kits and addiction resources.
B.C. Commissioner: Drug Stigma Violates Human Rights
B.C. Human Rights Commissioner Kasari Govender declares stigmatizing drug users violates human rights. Learn how this impacts addiction recovery and public health policy in Canada.
Federal investment to tackle opioid crisis in Elgin
The Canadian government announces new federal funding to strengthen community-led responses to the opioid crisis in Elgin County. Learn how this investment will save lives.
The Big Party returns supporting mental health
Windsor's signature fundraising event 'The Big Party' is back, generating crucial support for mental health and addiction services at Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare.
Manitoba's 72-hour detention for meth intoxication
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew introduces involuntary 72-hour detention for drug-intoxicated individuals. New protective care centers aim to address public safety and addiction treatment in Winnipeg.
Paris Jackson Shares Sobriety Journey and Health Damage
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris opens up about her perforated septum from past drug use as she approaches six years of sobriety. Her candid TikTok warning inspires addiction recovery conversations.
B.C. recovery worker gets 3 years for sex assaults
Adam Haber receives three-year prison sentence for sexual assaults while working at drug recovery facility. Case highlights vulnerability in addiction treatment system.
UN: Sudan relief operations near collapse
The UN migration agency warns Sudan's humanitarian operations are collapsing amid escalating violence. Millions face starvation as aid delivery becomes impossible.
Manitoba Municipalities Push for Mental Health Law Reform
Manitoba municipalities are urging the provincial government to review mental health legislation to reduce police involvement in crisis response. Learn about the renewed calls for change.
Bodybuilder Hayley McNeff died from drug overdose at 37
American bodybuilding champion Hayley McNeff died at age 37 from an accidental drug overdose involving multiple substances. The fitness influencer was featured in the documentary Raising the Bar.
Barrie Mayor Seeks National Alliance on Homelessness
Barrie's mayor travels to Vancouver to build cross-country coalition demanding urgent federal action on Canada's escalating homelessness crisis. Exclusive details inside.
Winnipeg advocates: Detox plan needs follow-up care
Community leaders in Winnipeg warn that proposed drug detox facilities must include comprehensive aftercare programs to prevent relapse cycles and ensure long-term recovery success.
Porn-Distracted Dad Dies Before Hot Car Death Sentencing
A Georgia man facing prison time for his daughter's hot car death was found dead just before sentencing in a shocking case that highlights digital addiction consequences.
Manitoba Drug Detention Facility Launching in Weeks
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announces revolutionary approach to addiction treatment with new compulsory care facility opening in weeks, marking significant shift in provincial drug policy.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Manitoba extends detention for highly intoxicated people
Manitoba passes groundbreaking legislation allowing longer detention for severely intoxicated individuals in public places, aiming to enhance community safety and connect vulnerable people with proper care.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Alberta gambling case exposes dangerous criminal underworld
A recent Alberta court case reveals how gambling addiction fuels criminal activity, exposing the dangerous underworld lurking beneath Canada's regulated betting industry.
BC Youth Vaping Study Reveals Alarming Trends
Groundbreaking research exposes the vaping epidemic among BC youth, with startling statistics about usage patterns and health concerns that demand immediate action.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Cambridge Youth Wellness Hub Opens with Free Services
Cambridge, Ontario celebrates the opening of a groundbreaking youth wellness hub offering free mental health, addiction, and primary care services to young people aged 12-26.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Hamas Releases 3 Hostages Amid Gaza Airstrikes
Breaking developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict as three more hostages are freed while Gaza faces continued airstrikes and growing humanitarian concerns.
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