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Fentanyl Classified as WMD by Trump Administration

U.S. President Donald Trump signs an executive order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, escalating the campaign against drug cartels. Read the details and implications.

Trump calls fentanyl a 'weapon of mass destruction'

Former U.S. President Donald Trump escalates rhetoric in the drug war, branding fentanyl a 'weapon of mass destruction.' This declaration comes amid ongoing public health crises in both the U.S. and Canada.

B.C.'s October overdose deaths hit pre-pandemic low

British Columbia recorded its fewest illicit drug toxicity deaths in October since before the COVID-19 pandemic, marking a significant but cautious milestone in the ongoing crisis. Read the full report.

Grey Bruce drug disposal nets meds for hockey tickets

Grey Bruce residents exchanged unused pharmaceuticals for Barrie Colts hockey tickets in a successful medication safety initiative. Learn how this program helps combat opioid misuse and environmental contamination.

$3.2B Norwegian Battery Plant Coming to Ontario

Norwegian firm Vianode invests $3.2B in a synthetic graphite plant in St. Thomas, Ontario, creating up to 1,000 jobs and boosting Canada's EV supply chain. Learn more about this major economic win.

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.

Windsor University Students Combat Opioid Crisis

University of Windsor students take action against the opioid crisis by distributing naloxone kits and hosting training sessions on campus. Learn how young leaders are making a difference.

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