Posts Filed Under: addiction

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Gambling is a Problem at Toronto Homeless Shelters

Two studies are informing how the Good Shepherd assists its clients.

By Nikhil Sharma Oct. 11th, 1:00 pm

It’s Wrong That Homeless People Are Being Buried in Fines

This defies logic.

By Torontoist Oct. 4th, 1:15 pm

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In Legalizing Prescription Heroin, Canada Supports Ethical, Evidence-Based Medical Care

The decision comes at a critical time in the national opioid overdose crisis.

By Kate Fane Sep. 19th, 12:00 pm

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Remembering Brooklyn McNeil, Toronto’s Advocate for Safe Injection Sites

In March, she encouraged the City to open safe injection sites. In June, she overdosed and died.

By Megan Marrelli Jul. 11th, 3:00 pm

Sex, Drugs, and Sonnets

Ken Gass kicks off his second Canadian Rep season with a revisionist take on poet-lovers Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning.

By Martin Morrow Feb. 13th, 11:45 am

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On Rob Ford’s Bigotry

We need to talk less about the perpetrator and more about his victims.

By Desmond Cole • Photo by Christopher DrostJul. 3rd, 4:45 pm

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How to Make Gambling Less Addictive

What casinos could do to mitigate the risks

By David Demchuk • Photos by Andrew LouisFeb. 22nd, 10:45 am

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Become a Gambling Addict in Five Easy Steps

Losing your home can be as simple as pushing a button

By David Demchuk • Photos by Andrew LouisFeb. 21st, 11:30 am

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A Different Score For Problem Gamblers?

By Maneesh Mohindra Jun. 11th, 12:15 pm

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I Wish I Knew How To Quit You

By Jaime Woo Jan. 17th, 10:00 am