Tuesday, December 14, 2004

Ministry of Canada renews committment to fund drug courts
Canadian government press release - "The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Irwin Cotler, and the Minister of Health, Ujjal Dosanjh, today launched a call for proposals to establish new drug treatment courts across Canada . ... Drug treatment courts aim to reduce crime committed as a result of drug dependency through court-monitored treatment and community service support for offenders with drug addictions. By helping non-violent offenders deal with their addictions and improve their social stability, the program also reduces the criminal behaviour associated with substance abuse. Two drug treatment courts are already in operation in Toronto and Vancouver..."  
  

Forging Alliances: Ontario Chamber of Commerce teams with mental health group (Canada)
CNW press release - "Mental health issues are a growing concern in workplaces across the province - causing lost productivity to businesses and increased healthcare costs to the taxpayer. To address those concerns, and to plan for healthier workplaces in the future, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has formed a partnership with the Global Business and Economic Roundtable on Addiction and Mental Health."