Lethbridge rally seeks changes to needle distribution
Local residents gathered at city hall for the Not Another Needle Rally to pressure ARCHES on safer needle practices. Organizers led by Lyra Angus and Sarah Willebrun collected signatures for a petition aimed at city council and higher levels of government, urging retractable syringes, strict exchange rules, and expanded addiction treatment.
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Alberta launches free legal advice pilot for assault victims
Alberta will spend 700000 to run a three year pilot via the Elizabeth Fry Society offering free legal guidance to sexual assault victims. Lawyers will outline options including criminal justice routes and civil or human rights claims in Edmonton and nearby communities.
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Protesters dismantle Saskatchewan legislature camp on Canada Day
A months long protest at the Saskatchewan legislature against racial injustice and Indigenous child welfare reform was cleared at dawn. Organizer Prescott Demas said authorities aimed to remove campers for Canada Day while Debbie Baptiste questioned what comes next for her and others. A spokesperson cited law violations including overnight camping and signs, with eviction notices and police aid ending the encampment.
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