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Mental Health and Addictions

A debate about a taxpayer-funded drug injection site near a school in Saskatoon. The Conservatives pointed out how the site created chaos and failed, but the Liberals deflected responsibility and claimed they just rubber-stamp whatever the provinces ask for without paying attention.

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Brad Redekopp

Conservative
“I'm demanding that the government stop funding a failed program. My riding doesn't want it. We need solutions that actually help people, not more of the same failed ideas. And definitely not near a school. Can the Minister of Health just give my constituents a straight answer: will she commit to not opening a new injection site in Saskatoon?”
Our translation 46% shorter

Hon. Marjorie Michel

Liberal
“There's no one answer. This is the provinces' job. I'm talking with Saskatchewan.”
Our translation 81% shorter