Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre proposes mandatory, involuntary drug and psychiatric treatment for minors and prisoners unable to make decisions.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre advocates for mandatory, involuntary drug and psychiatric treatment for minors and prisoners unable to make decisions for themselves. His stance follows the tragic overdose death of a 13-year-old girl, whose parents sought ongoing treatment for her. Poilievre is also exploring how such treatment might apply to adults as provinces respond to a growing overdose crisis by considering expanded compulsory mental health care.

October 10, 2024
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