The Opioid Crisis in Canada: Understanding the Impact and the Path to Solutions
Canada’s opioid crisis is a growing problem that requires urgent, collective effort from governmental, healthcare, and community systems. Efforts to combat the crisis include overdose prevention sites, increased accessibility of Naloxone, and legal action against pharmaceutical companies. However, advocates argue that more comprehensive intervention, including greater investment in mental health and addiction services, is necessary. Addressing the root causes of the crisis, decriminalizing substance use disorders, and reducing stigma are also crucial steps in combating the opioid crisis.