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Washington state has embraced involuntary treatment for addictions. What can Canada learn?
As politicians look for some fix in the toxic drug crisis that's killing Canadians and adding to public disorder, several provinces are discussing the merits of involuntary treatment. CBC News travelled to Washington state to find out how it can help — and what can go wrong.
Recycling is failing as a way to reduce plastic. Here's why
As nations negotiate a binding global treaty to tackle plastic pollution, the pressure from industry is to focus more on recycling. But with some figures estimating only nine per cent of plastic is recycled, what are the solutions?
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Missing hiker found alive after surviving more than 5 weeks in remote B.C. park
Sam Benastick was reported missing Oct. 17 after failing to return home from a 10-day trip in the remote Redfern-Keily Provincial Park, about 250 kilometres northwest of Fort St. John.
Canada is 'letting down' the immigrants it welcomed, Carney says
Canada didn't live up to its values on immigration over the last few years as it allowed more people into the country than it could absorb, said former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney.
