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13 kids under 5 died with toxic, illegal drugs in their system since 2019, Sask. child advocate says

April 29, 2026

The sudden increase in drug exposure cases among children is "deeply troubling," says Saskatchewan's advocate for children and youth Lisa Broda.



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