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Day: September 29, 2025

Opium Licence

The history of how an unassuming plant became the root of B.C.’s drug crisis

September 29, 2025 oceansidecat 0

This article discusses the opioid crisis and its evolution through time. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, support is available. Call BC Addiction Services at 1-800-663-1441, or the Opioid Treatment Access Line at 1-833-804-8111.  – – – Since the dawn of mankind, humans have sought […]

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