Force mentally ill people into care. Sounds like they can round up who doesn't agree with them t.co/Sqz3Q7CaUN
— Darth Powell (@VladTheInflator) September 16, 2024
The British Columbia (B.C.) government has announced plans to expand involuntary care for individuals with severe addictions and mental health issues. Premier David Eby stated that the province will open highly secure facilities to house people detained under the Mental Health Act. These facilities aim to provide long-term care and housing for those with complex mental health needs, including those with brain injuries and severe addictions.
The first dedicated mental health unit will be set up at the Surrey Pretrial Services Centre, and the first regional mental health facility will be built on the grounds of the Alouette Correctional Centre in Maple Ridge. This move is part of a broader strategy to address the growing number of people with severe mental health and addiction challenges.
Sources:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-involuntary-care-addiction-1.7324079
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024PREM0043-001532
www.nationalobserver.com/2024/09/16/news/eby-involuntary-care-mental-illness-addictions
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