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10 years in crisis: BC’s opioid public health emergency enters new decade

Robyn Bell
April 14, 2026

Mourning events are taking place across Greater Victoria to mark the 10-year toxic drug crisis.

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New EV charging stations coming to Mary Winspear Centre

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Robyn Bell
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470 Islanders died from toxic drugs in 2023

Robyn Bell
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Last year marked the highest toxic drug death rate in BC since recording began

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