Prince Edward Island

The opioid crisis in Greater Sudbury is causing devastating ripple effects, with rising instances of drug poisoning and alarming numbers of overdoses and deaths. The crisis has far-reaching health, social, and economic implications that require immediate action and comprehensive intervention strategies. While efforts like the availability of Naloxone kits are important, a systemic and evidence-based approach is needed to combat the crisis. We must invest in prevention, harm reduction, and treatment strategies to create a healthier and safer environment for our communities.

Recent opioid seizure in Halifax emphasizes the severity of the Canadian opioid crisis. The seized opioids contain potent fentanyl, posing a significant risk to public safety. Efforts to combat the crisis include naloxone distribution and an ongoing class action lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies. Continued action is needed to address the root causes of the crisis.

Algoma’s rising opioid crisis requires immediate action. Deaths are increasing, impacting families, straining healthcare, and fueling crime. Efforts are being made, including a class-action lawsuit, a drug strategy committee, and the use of naloxone. A unified response is needed to save lives and support recovery.

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) in Anishinabek communities highlights the devastating impact of the opioid crisis on newborns. Collective effort is required to combat this crisis. #opioidcrisis #NAS #anishinabek

The appeal to BC’s Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act is a legal battle that could impact the opioid crisis in Canada.

The province of British Columbia is appealing to the Supreme Court of Canada to hold opioid manufacturers accountable for healthcare costs related to the opioid crisis.

The Canadian opioid crisis is having a ripple effect on society, impacting homelessness, crime, and the justice system, calling for nation-wide intervention.

“Alberta Government Report on Supervised Consumption Sites: A critical perspective disputes findings, calling some ‘pseudoscience’.”

US delivers blow to major opioid distributors in landmark legal decision, holding pharmaceutical companies accountable. Canada faces sharp increase in opioid-related deaths and takes multi-layered approach to combat crisis. #OpioidCrisis #DrugMisuse

The opioid crisis continues with legal action against J M Smith Corporation for alleged unlawful distribution of opioids in the US.