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Should it be legal to drink in public parks?

Cities in some parts of Canada have launched pilot programs that will allow people to legally drink in public parks. But critics of the idea argue such an approach will lead to irresponsible, and potentially unsafe, behaviour. What do you think?

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Canned alcohol beverage on a log in a park.
Several Canadian cities are piloting programs allowing people to consume alcohol in public parks, but critics argue that could lead to inappropriate behaviour. What do you think? (Ben Nelms/CBC)
1:53:00FULL EPISODE: Should it be legal to drink alcohol in public parks?

Cities in some parts of Canada have launched pilot programs that will allow people to legally drink alcohol in public parks.

In Vancouver, adults are legally able to consume alcoholic beverages in 22 green spaces across the city this summer. Certain areas, including playgrounds, pools and beaches are off limits. Edmonton and Calgary have also moved to allow drinking in designated spaces.

But in Toronto, city councillors voted last month to disallow drinking in parks until at least next year.

Critics of the idea argue legalizing public consumption of alcohol will lead to irresponsible, and potentially unsafe, behaviour.

Our question this week: Should it be legal to drink in public parks? Good or bad, what experiences have you had? Why does it matter to you?

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