Nearly 14 years after its inception, Saskatchewan's first drug court has celebrated its 100th graduate. The Regina Drug Treatment Court (DTC), a voluntary program that addresses drug addiction as an underlying cause of criminal activity, involves regular court appearances, drug testing, treatment for substance dependence, counselling and access to other supportive services, including employment training and job placement. Reis said DTC participants take an average of 12 to 18 months to graduate from the program. Reis said his work in the Regina DTC has been gratifying, because he has seen how it makes a positive difference in people's lives. He has also found that providing treatment and support to people who are ready for change makes sense on every level.

Source: CBC News June 30, 2020 23:48 UTC