Courts Shut Down Alberta Drug Sites

A judge has blocked a last-ditch legal effort to keep Alberta’s Calgary and Lethbridge supervised consumption sites open, ruling that the province’s closure plan must stand — despite claims that shutting them down violates fundamental rights. These sites, vital lifelines for thousands of vulnerable users, have saved lives through overdose prevention and clean supplies. The government says it’s pivoting to recovery-focused services, including new withdrawal beds and clinics, but critics warn the closures leave people dangerously exposed. The lawyer, whose client credits the sites with saving his life, vows to appeal — even as he fears the damage is already done. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9211d00dcee9d5f5