While opioid-related fatalities in Alberta show a downward trend, emergency medical responses and hospital visits for substance use are reaching unprecedented levels, especially in Edmonton. Explore the data and frontline perspectives.
A new mobile health unit offering addiction support services has launched outside Kemptville District Hospital. This initiative aims to provide critical, accessible care to the community.
Educator Calvin White issues an urgent plea to parents and educators in 2026, arguing that AI and response technology are eroding children's cognitive abilities while society watches complacently.
A man escapes alcoholism and financial ruin in the U.S., finding unexpected love and a fresh start in Cambodia and Malaysia, culminating in a planned move to Kosovo. A story of personal transformation.
Ed Barnes, 61, overcame addiction and homelessness in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. His story of finding love, sobriety, and housing with The Kettle Society's help is a testament to hope. Read his inspiring journey.
Alberta closed two supervised drug consumption sites in 2025 and plans to close Calgary's site in 2026, shifting focus to treatment and recovery services. Read the latest.
Downtown Sudbury merchants unite to help a new bakery recover from vandalism, showcasing strong community spirit. Read about the inspiring local response.
Alberta announces closure of Calgary's Sheldon Chumir drug consumption site, pivoting $16M in funding toward recovery-focused treatment programs and new facilities. Read about the province's new path.
Former 'Ned's Declassified' actor Tylor Chase is receiving a 72-hour medical detox after a fan's TikTok video revealed his homelessness. An influencer helped secure urgent care. Discover the details of his struggle and the hopeful intervention.
Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
British Columbia mandates medical supervision for most safer supply drugs after years of evidence showed diversion to the black market. Critics say the policy change came too late.
Over 50 people gathered at a Dartmouth gym to raise crucial funds for an addiction recovery program that a local family credits with saving a life. The event highlights community support for vital health services.
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor reminds residents that critical mental health and addiction services remain available 24/7 throughout the holiday period, a time of increased stress for many.
Youth Empowerment and Support Services in Edmonton reports a significant rise in youth needing shelter. Staff work to create a comforting holiday environment with gifts and community for vulnerable young people.
Alberta's Mental Health Minister confirms no new supervised consumption sites for Calgary after the Sheldon Chumir centre closes this spring, shifting focus to recovery. Read the full story.
Henry Chuang, a Grade 10 student from Vancouver, is a finalist in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge for his video explaining the science behind smartphone addiction. Discover his insights.
Alberta's drug treatment court program, a rigorous alternative to incarceration, marks 20 years in Edmonton and has expanded to six other cities. Clients say the intensive recovery path is harder than choosing jail.
A new report reveals the severe harm of gambling addiction in Canada, prompting calls for a ban on sports betting ads similar to tobacco. Learn why experts say action is needed now.
The arrest of Nick Reiner for his parents' murder triggered cruel online speculation. Experts warn against dehumanizing addiction and call for compassion. Learn why stigma harms recovery.
The Calgary Drop-In Centre released a powerful short film, 'I Want to Come Home,' to highlight homelessness and addiction struggles, supporting its critical year-end fundraising campaign. Learn more about this impactful initiative.
Acclaimed director Rob Reiner spoke proudly of his son Nick's recovery from addiction in September, months before Nick was arrested for murder after his parents were found dead.
The supervised consumption site at Edmonton's Royal Alexandra Hospital closed its doors Tuesday. Read about the implications for public health and addiction services in the city.
Rob and Michele Reiner expressed regret over handling son Nick's addiction in a 2015 interview, years before their alleged murder by him. Read the tragic family story.
The Alberta government has pledged to shut down the supervised consumption site at Calgary's Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre next year. Learn more about the decision and its implications.
A Windsor mother is leading a campaign to transform workplace perceptions of homelessness and addiction, highlighting their direct impact on businesses and community well-being. Discover her story.
Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele found dead in their LA home. Their son Nick, who struggled with addiction, is in custody. A tragic family story unfolds.
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles visited Windsor's Downtown Mission, urging increased provincial funding for cities to tackle homelessness and addiction crises. Read her call to action.
Relationship experts warn that 'phubbing'—snubbing a partner for a phone—is a quiet relationship killer. Learn the signs, psychological roots, and how Canadian couples can reconnect.
An Edmonton support group helps parents navigate the holidays after losing a child. Gibson Glavin shares memories of his sons Brendan and Andrew, finding strength in community.
Saskatchewan introduces new legislation permitting individuals deemed a danger due to severe addiction to be held in secure treatment. Learn about the details and implications of this significant policy shift.