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May 5, 2026
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What's behind an increase in discarded needles and drug paraphernalia in Ottawa?
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What's behind an increase in discarded needles and drug paraphernalia in Ottawa?
Reports of discarded needles and drug paraphernalia are on the rise in Ottawa, and the closure of supervised consumption sites have some fearing it'll only get worse
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By Natasha Baldin
Published May 05, 2026
Last updated May 09, 2026
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