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Local Chief says Safe Streets Bylaw highlights need for treatment support options

Posting Date: September 1, 2021
Year Published: 2021
Abstract:
Carrier Family Services Board President and Cheslatta Carrier Nation Chief Corrina Leween say the passing of the Safe Streets Bylaw highlights the profound need for health & wellness services along with recovery support, especially for Indigenous citizens. The bylaw was passed during Monday’s City Council meeting, which was intended to reduce and restrict perceived ‘nuisance behaviours’ from people, many of whom are living with addictions and experiencing homelessness downtown.
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