Federal government rejects Toronto's decriminalization plan due to lack of age restrictions and amount limits.

Federal Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks has expressed "deep concerns" over Toronto's decriminalization pitch due to the lack of age restrictions and amount limits in the proposal. Toronto's Public Health agency refused to amend the plan to address these concerns, leading to the federal government's rejection of the application. Ontario Premier Doug Ford thanked the federal government for the decision.

May 24, 2024
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