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Author: Kelly Grant
Publication Date: March 9, 2026 - 00:01
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Number of Ontarians taking stimulants more than doubled after pandemic, study finds
March 9, 2026
The number of adults in Ontario who started taking stimulants, mainly to treat ADHD, more than doubled in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study that found women were the most frequent new consumers of medications once taken mostly by hyperactive boys.
The minister did not provide a timeline for any agreements with other provinces but said provincial governments will be expected to put up their own money or legislation.
April 7, 2026 - 16:51 | Mackenzie Gray | Global News - Canada
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April 7, 2026 - 16:47 | Robert Cross | Ottawa Citizen
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and Wendy Stephanson, City Manager, will respond to media questions during a brief recess at Wednesday's Council meeting.
The following subject-matter experts will be available to answer questions:
Marcia Wallace, General Manager, Planning, Development, and Building Services
Clara Freire, General Manager, Community and Social Services
Ryan Perrault, General Manager, Emergency and Protective Services
Residents will be able to watch the media availability on the Ottawa City Council YouTube channel.
When: Wednesday, April 8...
April 7, 2026 - 16:41 | City of Ottawa - Media Relations / Ville d'Ottawa - Relations avec les médias | City of Ottawa News Releases





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