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House Hansard - 120

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 28, 2022 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 120 - Oct/28/22
Ms. Leah Gazan (Winnipeg Centre, NDP)
  • Oct/28/22 10:57:03 a.m.
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  • Re: Bill C-9 
Mr. Speaker, I was really shocked to hear my colleague criticize harm reduction approaches for people who are struggling with addictions or who use drugs recreationally. I had five people in my riding die from the toxic drug supply last weekend. It goes against what public health experts are saying about the importance of putting in harm reduction to tackle addictions or to ensure people do not overdose. My colleague mentioned the AA program. Certainly that works for many, but suggesting that is the way forward goes against science. I know his party has difficulty following science. I am hoping my colleague can respond to me and perhaps evolve in his understanding of harm reduction.
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