Sask. Passes Measures for Involuntary Addictions Treatment

Involuntary addiction treatment now legal in Sask. despite medical groups' warnings

The Compassionate Intervention Act is expected to come into force this fall after regulations are finalized. People forced into treatment will be taken to Saskatchewan Hospital, a psychiatric facility in North Battleford.

Saskatchewan passes law on involuntary drug treatment

Addictions Minister Lori Carr says those admitted into forced treatment would be provided legal representation throughout all stages of their assessment.

Sask. passes measures for involuntary addictions treatment

The Saskatchewan government passed the Compassionate Intervention Act on Tuesday, allowing for involuntary addictions treatment in certain extreme cases.

Saskatchewan government passes law forcing drug treatment for those with addictions

REGINA - Saskatchewan's government has passed a law that can force drug treatment on those battling drug addiction.

North Battleford to home Sask.’s first involuntary addictions assessment centre

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Legislation passed for compassionate intervention for addictions treatment

The Government of Saskatchewan has passed The Compassionate Intervention Act, which allows for involuntary addictions treatment. The Act supports people with severe addictions who are not capable of seeking help despite serious health and safety risks. “Not everyone has the capacity to make the decision to enter treatment on their own because of the extreme state of their addiction,” Mental Health and Addictions Minister Lori Carr said. “Compass…