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roughly 3.7 million aged 15 years and older reported they used opioid pain relievers in the previous 12 months. 

As of recent estimates, over 200,000 Canadians are living with the clinical criteria for established opioid use disorder. The opioid crisis in Canada has been a significant public health issue, with a notable rise in opioid-related overdoses and deaths over the past decade. This situation is driven by the widespread availability of prescription opioids, as well as the increased presence of potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl. The crisis has affected communities across the country, with particularly severe impacts in provinces such as British Columbia and Ontario.

Fentanyl addiction has severe and often deadly consequences. Due to its extreme potency—50 to 100 times stronger than morphine—even a small overdose can lead to respiratory failure and death. The addiction can lead to a rapid decline in physical and mental health, increasing the risk of overdose, especially since fentanyl is often mixed with other substances unknowingly. Social consequences include strained relationships, job loss, and homelessness. The widespread availability of illicit fentanyl has also exacerbated the opioid crisis, contributing to a significant increase in overdose deaths across many communities.