Reports of lost or stolen benzodiazepines hit an all-time high last year

Health Canada data shows persistently high levels of theft or loss of drugs from licensed dealers across the country

28 Apr 2026 • 4 min read

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Clonazepam, often known as Klonopin, is one of the benzodiazepines that is most frequently reported lost or stolen to Health Canada by pharmacists and other licensed dealers. (Joe O'Connal/The Canadian Press)

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