Inflation Forces Argentines to Shun Beef in 2025
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Calgary's Safe Consumption Site Closure: What's at Stake?
The provincial decision to close Calgary's sole supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre raises alarms. Without alternatives, vulnerable neighbours face increased risks. Read the full analysis.
B.C. winds down free take-home safer supply drugs
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.
No New Calgary Drug Sites as Chumir Set to Close
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.
Man guilty of murder in Leslieville site shooting
A Toronto man has been found guilty of murder for a 2025 shooting outside a Leslieville consumption site that killed a bystander, Karolina Huebner-Makurat. The verdict brings closure to a tragic case of community violence.
$5.1M for Sable Island Energy Efficiency Upgrades
The federal government is spending $5.1 million to reduce energy consumption at buildings on Nova Scotia's iconic Sable Island. The project aims to lower the environmental footprint of operations on the remote sandbar.
Royal Alexandra Hospital Supervised Consumption Site Closes
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.
Calgary Supervised Consumption Site to Close in 2026
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.
Winnipeg Changes Location for Supervised Drug Site
The City of Winnipeg has informed residents of a revised location for a planned supervised drug consumption site. Get the latest details on this public health initiative.
Clinton: Social Media Misinfo Shapes Youth Views on Israel
Hillary Clinton warns misinformation on platforms like TikTok is dangerously shaping young Americans' views on Israel-Palestine, calling it a 'serious problem for democracy.'
B.C. NDP enforces witnessed consumption for safer supply
The B.C. government announces new rules requiring witnessed consumption of safer-supply drugs, addressing long-standing diversion issues. Critics question the nine-month delay in implementation.
Canadians Drinking Less: LCBO Report Shows Sustained Decline
New data reveals Canadians are drinking significantly less alcohol, marking a structural shift driven by economics, demographics, and cannabis. Explore the numbers and what this means for the future.
UCP closes Royal Alex safe consumption site
Edmonton loses another supervised consumption site as the UCP government shuts down the Royal Alexandra Hospital facility. Critics warn this move risks patient safety amid a worsening drug crisis.
Regina police respond to legal home bird butchering
Regina Police responded to a call about 70 birds being butchered at a residence. Investigation confirmed the activity was legal for personal consumption. Learn the full story.
Cannabis Replaces Alcohol at Thanksgiving Table
This year's Thanksgiving sees a major shift as cannabis consumption rises, replacing traditional alcohol. Health concerns and legalization drive this cultural change. Discover the new holiday trends.
Royal Alex supervised consumption site replaced
Alberta government transitions Royal Alexandra Hospital's supervised consumption site to recovery-oriented addiction services. Learn about the new approach to substance use treatment.
Province's Strategy for Rising Electricity Demands
Independent electricity operator Beverly Nollert discusses how one province is preparing for decades of energy growth driven by AI proliferation and increasing demands.
Environmental Costs of AI Technology Rising: Experts
New research reveals the hidden environmental price of powering AI systems as energy demands skyrocket. Learn how Canada can balance tech innovation with sustainability.
Carbon tax hike hurts Canadian business competitiveness
Mark Carney's budget increases carbon taxes on struggling industries, worsening Canada's competitive disadvantage while failing to reduce emissions significantly. Read the analysis.
AI Development Now Limited by Electricity, Not Chips
The AI race is shifting from semiconductor competition to electricity availability. China leads in renewable energy capacity, potentially outpacing US in AI development due to power constraints.
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