Winnipeg opioid-related calls nearly 13 times higher than a decade ago: WFPS | Page 878 | Unpublished
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Author: Marney Blunt
Publication Date: January 30, 2026 - 17:49

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Winnipeg opioid-related calls nearly 13 times higher than a decade ago: WFPS

January 30, 2026
Ryan Woiden, the president of MGEU Local 911 Paramedics of Winnipeg, says the calls are taking a toll on first responders.


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