Chief Special Constable Tracey McRae presented data to the transit commission last week that showed special constables administered naloxone 48 times in 2022, among more than 600 medical calls throughout the year. Last year was the first time OC Transpo reported how many times constables administered naloxone, a drug that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. The unit's calls can come from the public, bus drivers, other transit staff, emergency call boxes or payphones. Ottawa Public Health reported 94 deaths related to an opioid overdose in the first nine months of 2022. Data from OPH also shows there were 846 emergency department visits last year due to opioid overdose.

Procurement Coordinator will work under the supervision of the SCO Manager, providing procurement, & administrative support for RI’s NWS operations and Syria programming, including management of procurement processes,contracts and framework agreement. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESDaily coordination of RI procurement activities of NW hub in both Turkey and Syria;Ensure that the procurement function supports the programs efficiently and compliantly in a timely manner. Have full understanding of RI procurement policies, processes and formats and apply them to all the procurement you manage directly or oversee them. Makes sure the international procurement orders are carried out taking into consideration the international standards and requirement on the shipment clearances. (PR tracker, contract tracker, tender tracker, procurement plan etc.)

Through this project, I’ve gotten the chance to be proud of my culture, explore it and share it. Jessica: I think for me, growing up here I never wanted to carry my culture because carrying my culture meant not fitting in. So for me, working on this project and talking about sharing your culture, and seeing the value in carrying your culture was very healing for me. It was important to have those conversations about the privilege of being able to carry culture. Before carrying my culture meant not fitting in, but now I see it as a superpower.

Toronto woman dead in Jamaica remembered by family as a 'free spirit'Duration: 01:43The family of a Toronto woman who died in Jamaica over the weekend is remembering her as a "free spirit" and a "beautiful person" who had a "big personality." As Catherine McDonald reports, police in Jamaica said 28-year-old Jaeda Pauline Whitehead died on Saturday after becoming “involved in a domestic dispute” with her husband.

The bipartisan agreement would avoid making the state the second in the U.S. to decriminalize the possession of controlled substances. So unless the compromise passes, drug possession — even of fentanyl and other dangerous opiates — will become decriminalized under state law. The only other state that’s tried decriminalizing drug possession is neighboring Oregon, where the experiment is off to a rocky start. “The state of Washington is a decade behind in having treatment providers and having adequate bed space and treatment facilities,” Abbarno said. The standstill put lawmakers against a ticking clock to pass a compromise before that temporary law making possession of small amounts of drugs a misdemeanor expires.

No shareholders or proxy(ies) from the public will be physically present at the Broadcast Venue on the day of the meeting. Shareholder who wishes to participate at the EGM himself/herself is advised not to submit any Proxy Form. You will not be allowed to participate in the EGM together with a proxy appointed by you. The Board will endeavour to answer the questions received at the EGM. There will be NO distribution of door gift/voucher to shareholders and proxies who participate at the EGM since the meeting is being conducted virtually.

As part of the partnership, enogy products will be exclusively available in the Zstore marketplace within the ZCITY app, a digital entrepreneurship platform. Through ZCITY 's AI technology, Treasure Global will customize the app's product offerings to consumers' preferences and spending habits. About Treasure Global IncTreasure Global is a Malaysian solutions provider developing innovative technology platforms to improve the F&B industry. Treasure Global also acts as a master franchiser in SEA for popular restaurant chains, while providing them with the TAZTE solution. These forward-looking statements cannot be predicted or quantified and consequently, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Fox declined to announce a fall television schedule on Monday, citing uncertainties created by the strike. They opened with turmoil; writers picketed in front of Radio City Music Hall where NBC previewed programming it hoped viewers would be able to see. Mark Lazarus, NBC Universal president of television and streaming, quickly acknowledged the uncertainties in speaking to the ad representatives. At an earlier news conference, Fox executives talked about upcoming shows, but not when they would appear. The strike will likely mean a greater reliance on unscripted fare, said Allison Wallach, president of Fox’s unscripted programming.

Five of the leading candidates in Toronto’s mayoral election will square off tonight for the first time in an affordability crisis focused debate hosted by the Daily Bread Food Bank. The debate moderated by Maggie John will be livestreamed and broadcast on CP24 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the Star’s Alyshah Hasham will be live-tweeting. To keep track of the promises made by candidates so far, check out the Star’s promise tracker. Alyshah Hasham is a Toronto-based reporter covering city hall and municipal politics for the Star. Reach her via email: ahasham@thestar.ca or follow her on Twitter: @alysanmatiRead more about:SHARE:

Fantasy Baseball Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups: Christopher Morel, Eury Perez Lead The Way! As the 2023 MLB season enters its seventh week, fantasy baseball owners are getting comfortable scouting the waiver wire for the best waiver wire pickups to enhance their squads. In this article, we will take a look at the top fantasy baseball pickups heading into Week 7 of the 2023 season. Week 7 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups2B/OF , Chicago Cubs, 56% OwnedThe Chicago Cubs organization appears to be doing a great job of developing their prospects. Peep the latest waiver wire trends to gain an edge over your opponents in your fantasy baseball leagues!

Dr. Craig JohnsonDr. Craig Johnson, professor in the Department of Political Science, spoke with CBC News online about the current state of global lithium mining. Johnson, who leads a research team examining lithium mining, discussed the current supply chain of the important metal, from extraction to processing, and noted that China has become the world’s most important producer of lithium-ion batteries. Johnson researches environmental politics and global development, including the politics of mining for a renewable energy transition.

Unseasonably hot temperatures continue in much of British Columbia with a heat warning issued for the north coast, including Kitimat and Terrace. The province’s River Forecast Centre also issued several high streamflow advisories for the Skeena River, the Upper Columbia and East and West Kootenay Rivers and others, as high temperatures accelerated the spring snow melt. People are being warned to stay away from fast moving waters and unstable banks. B.C.’s interior has been particularly hard-hit by flooding and fires this spring, including Cache Creek, where flooding earlier this month forced people from their homes and damaged highways. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 15, 2023.

TORONTO — Broadcaster Shelagh Rogers is stepping down from her long-time gig as host of "The Next Chapter" on CBC Radio. She first joined CBC Radio in 1980, and in the past 43 years has also helmed such national programs as "Morningside" and "This Morning." CBC says Rogers will continue to host "The Next Chapter" until its regular season ends June 24. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 15, 2023. The Canadian Press

India's press freedom rating falls to 161 out of 180 countriesDuration: 02:04On World Press Freedom Day, India's press freedom rating from the NGO Reporters Without Borders fell behind non-democrocratic states such as Nicaragua and Afghanistan. India fell to 161 out of 180 countries whose press is rated in a "very serious situation." India ranked 138th just five years ago.

The Toronto Star, along with United Way Greater Toronto and Toronto Metropolitan University, will host a Toronto mayoral debate on May 31, ahead of the June 26 byelection. - Dan Pearce/Metroland