Alert Issued for Saskatoon After Spike in Overdoses

Alert issued for Saskatoon after spike in overdoses

An overdose alert has been issued for Saskatoon following a recent spike of incidents, according to the ministry of health.

Saskatoon fire crews respond to nearly 200 overdose calls in two weeks

Saskatchewan's Ministry of Health is warning people about a 'high risk of overdose' in Saskatoon. Between April 1 and 12, firefighters have responded to more than 150 overdose related calls. Multiple calls have involved more than one individual.

Saskatoon sees 150 overdose calls in under two weeks, prompting public alert - Saskatoon

A drug overdose alert is in effect for Saskatoon after 150 calls were made in the first 12 days of April, as officials of a higher risk of overdose for the city.

Saskatoon overdose calls surge, prompting health alert

More than 150 overdose calls in Saskatoon since April 1 have prompted a provincial health alert over increased risk.

Saskatoon Sees Increase in Overdoses, Over 150 Calls in 12 Days

Saskatoon Fire Department has reported an elevated and increasing number of overdoses since April 1, 2026, many of which required naloxone. Between April 1 and April 12, 2026, there have been over 150 overdose related calls. Multiple calls have involved more than one individual. There is a higher risk of overdose from drugs in the Saskatoon area.  No information on the substance(s) causing overdose is available. Naloxone will counter the effects…