Mr. Davies, I think you've heard me say, probably on several occasions, that I certainly recognize that the opioid crisis is a devastating situation that's happening in our country at this point in time, and we certainly have to use all tools at our disposal to turn the tide on the crisis.
With respect to the issue of decriminalization, we believe—I believe—that decriminalization alone is not going to provide a safe supply of drugs on the streets, and many other experts in the field have said the same. I've met with individuals in Portugal as well, and they've indicated that decriminalization alone is not the silver bullet solution to effectively turn the tide on this crisis. I do, however, feel that having a safe supply of drugs is an option and a step in the right direction.
That's why the regulatory changes have been made to ensure that medication replacement therapy is available. We have ensured that with diacetylmorphine, for example, we got rid of some of the red tape. That needed to take place in order for doctors to be able to prescribe it, and also methadone.
We continue to work with partners on the ground. We continue to use all the levers at our disposal to make sure we effectively deal with the situation.
Once again, I certainly recognize that more work needs to be done in this area, and we will continue to make the investments and to provide support and leadership as a federal government.