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'Nobody wants us around': Ontario plans for tougher rules on encampments and drug use stir emotional debate

‘Nobody wants us around’: Ontario plans for tougher rules on encampments and drug use stir emotional debate

Premier Doug Ford’s announcement he’ll introduce legislation to address the housing and opioid crises is stirring emotional debate across Ontario. New rules would allow municipalities to dismantle homeless encampments, but Thunder Bay’s mayor says it’s not the direction his city would take. People with no permanent home and community advocates also share their views.

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September 8, 2024

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September 8, 2024

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September 7, 2024

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September 7, 2024

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September 7, 2024

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September 7, 2024

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September 7, 2024

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Toronto man accused of plotting terror attack at Jewish centre in New York City: authorities | CBC News
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September 7, 2024

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B.C. man downplays hero label after pulling unconscious driver from burning car | CBC News
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September 7, 2024

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