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Veterans Affairs

During question period on veterans affairs, Conservative MP Jeff Kibble raised the case of Canadian soldiers who were ordered to take mefloquine, an unlicensed anti-malarial drug, during their 1992 deployment to Somalia, saying the drug caused serious mental health side effects. He asked the government to settle a related lawsuit brought by veterans, reopen an inquiry, and apologize. Minister David McGuinty replied that because the case is before the courts, it would be inappropriate for the government to get involved, and said he would take the member’s concerns back to his office.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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David McGuinty

Liberal
“This case is still in court, so the government cannot get involved. I hear the member's concerns and will take them back to my office.”
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Mr. Speaker, given the fact that this case remains under litigation, it is inappropriate for the government to involve itself in the matter. I have taken due note of the member’s concerns, and I will take them back to my office.

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