Quebec raising legal age for cannabis to 21 but policy experts warn law won’t have intended effect
Quebecers under the age of 21 won’t be able to buy or possess recreational cannabis as of Wednesday. Continue reading
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Quebec commission on youth protection issues 5 recommendations to strengthen system
The commission responsible for looking into youth protection services in Quebec has issued five recommendations. Continue reading
Quebec’s youth protection agency ‘flawed,’ and delays put children at risk: auditor general
In Quebec, 289 new cases are flagged to the province’s youth protection agency on a daily basis. Continue reading
Quebec passes law to raise legal age for cannabis to 21
Bill 2 raises the legal age to consume recreational marijuana from 18 to 21. Continue reading
Quebec to adopt national standard for testing lead in drinking water
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
Three Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet ministers held a joint press conference to reassure the public that Quebec’s drinking water is safe. Continue reading
Quebec giving $47M to youth protection service to reduce wait lists
Currently, there are thousands of vulnerable children in the province who are on wait lists for months before receiving services. Continue reading
Quebec launches wide-ranging public commission into youth protection
The premier had promised the inquiry in the days following the death of the seven-year-old from Granby. Continue reading
Quebec government seeks answers from youth protection after 7-year-old girl dies
The young girl died Tuesday in hospital, one day after being found at a home in Granby, Quebec. Continue reading
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Quebec planning to implement early screening for learning disabilities in children
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The Quebec government is planning to implement early screening for learning disabilities in children aged five and under. Continue reading
Quebec moves to raise legal age to consume cannabis to 21
Bill 2 would also prohibit cannabis consumption in all public places, including parks and streets. Continue reading