Brampton mulls forced treatment for addictions, mental health

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown is advocating for a pilot project allowing involuntary treatment of individuals with severe mental health and addiction issues in Peel Region. This proposal would require changes to Ontario’s Mental Health Act, similar to initiatives being considered in British Columbia and New Brunswick. While Brown argues it could save lives, critics, including legal experts and medical professionals, express concerns over individual rights and the effectiveness of forced treatment. The Ontario government is open to the idea but emphasizes a broader approach to mental health and addiction care.