Tag: Drug Overdose Deaths

Prince George tallies nine illicit drug deaths in May and June

Health Care Brendan Pawliw - July 31, 2025

Province-wide, 292 people lost their lives due to toxic drugs in May and June – that equates to nearly five deaths per day on average. So far this year, Northern Health has tallied 67 toxic drug deaths, 23 of which were recorded in Prince George.

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