Blaine Higgs Pledges Tougher Crime Policies in New Brunswick Election

The Progressive Conservative leader promises enhanced security funding for religious institutions if re-elected.

Blaine Higgs, seeking a third term as New Brunswick's premier, vows to increase security funding for synagogues, mosques, and churches.
The proposed policy includes amending the Community Investment Fund to allow non-profits to apply for security measures like surveillance cameras and stronger locks.
Higgs' tough-on-crime agenda also aims to reject new applications for supervised drug-injection sites and mandate treatment for severe drug addiction.
A recent poll shows the Liberals leading with 36% support, followed by the Conservatives at 32%, with 18% of voters undecided.
The provincial election is scheduled for October 21, with health care announcements expected from the Liberal and Green parties.