Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my hon. colleague first for really understanding and highlighting the importance of Insite and the role it has played in saving lives and protecting people who are struggling through addiction.
The health committee heard about the chronic underfunding of community-based detox and addictions treatment. Under the Conservative government, we saw addiction treatment get cut by 15%. I would ask the member if he also agrees that there is a lack of investment in treatment facilities for people with addictions.
I know the Liberals said that they do not support calling this a national emergency, and do not believe that would give the public health officer any new tools. I am wondering what new tools the government can offer in immediate resources in the upcoming budget, because this is a crisis. Will the member agree with me that this is a national emergency?