Mentorship Gap for BIPOC Youth in Canada
A new Canadian study reveals mentorship is crucial for BIPOC youth employment, yet nearly one-third lack a mentor. Discover the findings and the call for action.
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Opioid overdoses down for third year in London
Public Health reports a significant decline in opioid-related overdoses and deaths in Middlesex-London for the third consecutive year. Learn about the strategies behind this public health success.
Documentary follows songwriter's journey to confront trauma
Calgary-born Cassidy Waring returns home to confront childhood trauma in documentary Hearse Chasing, exploring family addiction and complex PTSD. Premiering at CUFF.Docs.
Alberta youth employment crisis revealed in new report
A new report exposes the severe employment and unemployment challenges facing Alberta's youth. Learn about the economic pressures and potential solutions affecting young Canadians.
Readers Sound Off on Gambling Ads and Pipeline Politics
Canadian readers voice strong opinions on the rise of sports gambling advertising, East-West pipeline disputes, and New York City's future in a series of letters to the editor.
New Calgary Youth Mental Health Facility Opening 2027
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Windsor Youth Centre Launches 'Hugs' Campaign for Youth
The Windsor Youth Centre kicks off its annual 'Hugs' campaign, providing essential support and holiday cheer to local youth in need through community donations and outreach programs.
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.
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 receive RCMP award for heroic emergency response
Three remarkable British Columbia teenagers receive national recognition from the RCMP for their courageous response during a life-threatening emergency, demonstrating exceptional community spirit.
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.
Liberals Tackle Youth Affordability with Tax Cuts & Reforms
The Canadian government unveils sweeping measures to tackle youth financial struggles, including employment incentives, tax relief, and banking fee reforms aimed at younger generations.
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.
Manitoba may extend session for 72-hour detention bill
Manitoba's NDP government considers extending legislative session to pass Bill 20, allowing 72-hour detainment of youth in dangerous situations despite opposition concerns about civil liberties.
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