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B.C. premier's new cabinet brings an end to standalone mental health and addictions ministry

Ministry's addition to health portfolio welcomed; Opposition critic says it was 'hijacked by radical ideology'

CBC NewsLiam Britten

Re-elected Premier David Eby unveiled his cabinet Monday with fresh faces aplenty, new titles for some, and a prominent portfolio that no longer has a standalone ministry.

No minister for mental health and addictions was named, with the health ministry now taking the lead on those issues. Surrey MLA Amna Shah was named parliamentary secretary for mental health and addictions.

"It's about the challenge and the critical importance of delivering infrastructure related to mental health and addiction …

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CBC NewsLiam Britten, Posted: Nov 19, 2024 11:08 AM EST | Last Updated: 8 minutes ago
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