In the News; Week Ended April 19th, 2026

 

‘People are still dying’ as B.C. hits 10th anniversary of toxic drug crisis

A comprehensive review of all the steps and stages of the B.C. struggle to deal with the drug overdose crisis since 2016.

Windsor’s homelessness and addiction recovery treatment hub sees ‘huge success’ 6 months after opening

Windsor’s HART hub claims success, but with just over 20 spaces, most of their 400 referrals are on a waiting list. “With the issues that are arising, we can’t keep up with the influx of new people entering,” said Dana Paladino, commissioner of human and health services for the City of Windsor.

Kratom poisonings soar in US as experts blame synthetic versions and caution against bans

What is kratom? Is it addictive? What are its uses? This article reviews all these issue.

Love, grief and a mother’s raw journey explored in print

Muskoka author Yvonne Heath shares her personal journey through her son’s addiction in ‘Addiction, Grief and Joy,’ exploring radical acceptance and the power of sharing stories to heal.

‘I didn’t feel alone’: Manitoba recovery centre helps men overcome addiction

Shane Sturby-Highfield’s road to recovery has been a lengthy journey.

Alberta gov’t, Blood Tribe celebrate new Indigenous-led addiction recovery community

An Indigenous-led addiction recovery community has opened its doors on a First Nation in southern Alberta.The newly-built Blood Tribe Iitakamotsiipiohsopi Recovery Community offers 75 beds at no cost.