addiction

Health

Dr. Nicole Saphier on ultra-processed foods in US: ‘People profit off addiction’

Ultra-processed food manufacturers are facing mounting pressure as a teenage boy from Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against multiple food…

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Health

Connection, validation, addiction: In new docuseries, teens explain the draw of social media

The impact of social media on today’s teens is a topic of great concern for parents and professionals alike. Filmmaker…

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Business

Matthew Perry Foundation launces in Canada to support addiction treatment

A new organization that aims to help people struggling with addictions officially launches in Ottawa Thursday, named after the late…

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Health

They’re tackling addiction on Bell Island with soap, oatcakes and art — and some big dreams

The Bell Island Peer Support Network’s board chair Michael Clair has a big dream for the future of Bell Island.…

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Health

Poilievre says he supports involuntary addiction treatment for minors, prisoners

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he supports involuntary drug addiction treatment for minors and prisoners when they are found to be incapable of…

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Entertainment

Jane’s Addiction cancels tour | CTV News

BOSTON – The alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction has scuttled its latest tour following an onstage scuffle between lead singer…

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Entertainment

Jane’s Addiction are due to play Toronto next. What will happen after band’s onstage blowup?

Jane’s Addiction’s scheduled Toronto show on Wednesday is still listed on the band’s website and on ticket sites, but fans…

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Canada

B.C. to expand involuntary care for those with addiction issues

The B.C. government has announced it will expand involuntary care for those with mental health and addictions issues, and will…

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Entertainment

Jane’s Addiction concert ends after Perry Farrell fight

BOSTON – A scuffle between members of the groundbreaking alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction came amid “tension and animosity” during…

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Sports

Former NHLer and addict Brandon Reid’s new goal is to help others beat addiction

Making the NHL wasn’t Brandon Reid’s biggest challenge. The Montreal West Island native was a breakout star in the 2000…

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