Three young people from the Eskasoni First Nation of Nova Scotia committed suicide in the last month.

Community leaders say the deaths point to a need for youth services. The band is opening a new youth center but a social worker said there isn't any money for staff or programs.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police says prescription pill abuse has contributed to a rise in suicides. Last year, 17 people were charged with drug trafficking on the reserve.

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