Manitoba Considers Relocation of Controversial Supervised Drug Consumption Site

Community concerns over safety and consultation prompt Premier Wab Kinew to suggest alternative locations may be explored.

The Manitoba government has proposed 200 Disraeli Freeway in Winnipeg as the site for the province's first supervised drug consumption facility.
Local residents, businesses, and organizations, including the Manitoba Métis Federation, have raised concerns about safety and inadequate consultation regarding the site’s location near a high school.
The Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre, which is leading the project, has committed to ongoing community engagement to address concerns and ensure transparency.
Premier Wab Kinew emphasized the importance of the facility in addressing Manitoba's drug crisis but stated the location could change if strong opposition persists.
The province has allocated $727,000 toward the site's development as part of a broader $2.5 million budget commitment, with the federal approval process currently underway.