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NANDU nuisance designation – in conversation with Nanaimo Mayor Leonard Krog
NANDU nuisance designation – in conversation with Nanaimo Mayor Leonard Krog
NANDU nuisance designation – in conversation with Nanaimo Mayor Leonard Krog
Thursday 26th January 2023
Mayor Leonard Krog discusses the nuisance designation of Nanaimo's overdose prevention site and its impact on the community.
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Get the buttons here!Nanaimo's Overdose Prevention Site: Mayor Leonard Krog's Perspective
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Mayor Krog doesn't shy away from discussing the site's challenges, including its strained capacity and funding issues, as well as its contentious relationship with the Ministry. This conversation isn't just about policy; it's about real people facing real struggles. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how mental health, addiction, recovery, and homelessness intersect in Nanaimo. Tune in for a raw and honest look at the complexities of overdose prevention in a community grappling with social disorder and limited support.