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Adjourned English Video1010 11:03:39 Info Description Meeting No. 93 HESA - Standing Committee on Health Location Wellington Building - 415 Scheduled Monday, Dec 4, 2023 11:03 - 14:00 2 Hours 56 Minutes Actual Monday, Dec 4, 2023 11:03 - 14:00 2 Hours 56 Minutes Contact Information parlvusupport@ Information website There are several potential problems with Canada's safe supply policy providing free drugs to addicts. Some concerns include: 1. Cost: Implementing a safe supply policy and providing free drugs to addicts can be financially burdensome for the government. The cost of procuring and distributing these drugs can be significant, and it may divert resources away from other essential public services. 2. Sustainability: Maintaining a steady supply of drugs can be challenging. There may be difficulties in ensuring a consistent and reliable supply of drugs without compromising their safety and quality. Without a sustainable supply chain, addicts could face disruptions in their access to these drugs, which may lead to withdrawal symptoms or dangerous behaviors. 3. Addiction perpetuation: Providing free drugs to addicts may inadvertently enable and perpetuate addictive behaviors. Instead of focusing solely on harm reduction, it is essential to address the root causes of addiction and provide comprehensive treatment and support to help individuals overcome their drug dependency. 4. Regulatory concerns: The safe supply policy may raise regulatory concerns, as providing free drugs could conflict with existing drug regulations and laws. It may also invite misuse or abuse of the system, with individuals taking advantage of the program to obtain drugs for recreational use rather than for therapeutic purposes. 5. Stigmatization: Critics argue that free drug distribution programs may further stigmatize addiction and perpetuate negative perceptions. They believe that the focus should be on providing comprehensive addiction treatment and support services to assist individuals in recovering rather than solely providing free drugs. It is important to note that these concerns are not exhaustive and that different regions and jurisdictions may encounter specific challenges based on their unique circumstances. The effectiveness and suitability of a safe supply policy will depend on various factors, including the resources available, community support, and the integration of other harm reduction and addiction treatment strategies. Fair use is a legal principle that allows for the limited use of copyrighted material without obtaining permission from the copyright holder. It is a defense against copyright infringement claims and allows for the use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. The four factors that are considered when determining whether a particular use of copyrighted material qualifies as fair use are: 1. The purpose and character of the use: Nonprofit or educational purposes are more likely to be considered fair use, as well as transformative uses that add new expression or meaning to the original work. 2. The nature of the copyrighted work: The use of factual works is more likely to be considered fair use than the use of highly creative or fictional works. 3. The amount and substantiality of the portion used: Using a small amount or only the portion necessary for the intended purpose is more likely to be considered fair use. 4. The effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work: If the use does not significantly impact the market for the original work, it is more likely to be considered fair use. It is important to note that fair use is a flexible doctrine and each case is evaluated on its own merits. Determinations of fair use can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the use.
