What's behind drop in opioid-related deaths, rise in 911 calls in Ontario? Researcher gives insight

Ontario's opioid-related death rates have declined, with researcher Gillian Kolla explaining that decreased fentanyl potency over the past 18 months is driving the reduction, even as emergency calls have risen due to new sedatives in street supplies.

Thunder Bay still maintains the highest opioid death rate in Ontario—more than five times the provincial average. The underlying addiction crisis remains severe.