Emergent BioSolutions Reinforces Commitment to Opioid Emergency Preparedness Efforts in Canada Through Multi-Year Contract with Ontario Ministry of Health

Core Points - Emergent BioSolutions Inc. has entered a three-year agreement valued at approximately $65 million to supply NARCAN Nasal Spray to the Ontario Ministry of Health for the Ontario Naloxone Program [1] - The agreement aims to enhance access to NARCAN Nasal Spray, which is critical for reversing opioid overdoses, especially given the ongoing opioid crisis in Ontario [2][3] Company Overview - Emergent BioSolutions has been supplying NARCAN Nasal Spray to Ontario since 2018, demonstrating a long-term commitment to addressing opioid poisoning deaths in Canada [1][3] - The company emphasizes the importance of making life-saving medications available to individuals at risk of opioid overdose and their communities [3][4] Industry Context - From January to March 2025, Ontario reported 653 suspected drug-related fatalities, averaging 7 deaths per day, although there was a 30% decrease in overdose deaths compared to the same period in the previous year [2] - The Ontario Naloxone Program is crucial for providing access to naloxone, a life-saving medication, to those at risk of opioid overdose [4]