Perhaps Dr. Sereda can add to this, but is the diversion of prescribed drugs something that should surprise us? No, I don't think it should. It should not come as a surprise. It's unfortunate, to be sure, but I think it is up to the prescriber, so the doctor, to clearly convey to patients the risks they expose individuals to if they sell them the drug. If it's children, of course, they will be harmed. We don't have any statistics on that.
I'm sure Dr. Sereda could provide some information. Dr. Marie‑Ève Goyer and Dr. Marie‑Ève Morin, in Quebec, also come to mind. They are both very involved in their communities and are familiar with these realities. I know they do their jobs responsibly, but the college of physicians in each province also has a responsibility to make clear to members their obligations in settings like these.
Just recently, I believe, the Collège des médecins du Québec came out with guidance on the prescription of opioids by its members. It's about greater accountability: it's time for colleges of physicians to pay a lot more attention and to monitor opioid prescribers in the country.