January 27, 2026 

MBC News Host: Amber Bear

Aired on North at Noon January 28, 2026

Saskatchewan residents now have more options for addictions treatment after the launch of the virtual assistance to addictions medicine (VAAM) program.

The launch has started with three communities: Lloydminster, Nipawin, and Cumberland House Cree Nation and Northern Village. They are already looking at other rural and remote locations with pharmacies for phase two of the VAAM program.

 

January 27, 2026&nbsp;
MBC News Host: Amber Bear
Aired on North at Noon January 28, 2026
Saskatchewan residents now have more options for addictions treatment after the launch of the virtual assistance to addictions medicine (VAAM) program.
The launch has started with three communities: Lloydminster, Nipawin, and Cumberland House Cree Nation and Northern Village. They are already looking at other rural and remote locations with pharmacies for phase two of the VAAM program.
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