Hub Podcasts Four ways to solve our growing crime crisis
Aug 8, 2025
Rising crime rates in Ontario are paradoxically occurring alongside decreasing incarceration rates. The discussion reveals four data-driven proposals aimed at enhancing justice and effectively tackling crime. It also addresses the tension between crime legislation and judicial interpretations of rights. Additionally, the hosts critique Canada's political motives behind recognizing a Palestinian state, suggesting it could escalate extremism and impact global relationships.
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Speed Up Criminal Trials
- Reduce trial delays to ensure criminals are convicted timely and do not avoid justice.
- Improve court efficiency, technology, and staffing to prevent case dismissals due to delays.
Use Ankle-Monitoring More
- Increase availability of ankle-monitoring bracelets for accused out on bail to limit reoffending.
- Monitor offenders actively to reduce crime during pre-trial periods.
End Safer Supply Program
- End the safer supply program that provides addictive drugs and causes black market growth.
- Redirect funds to evidence-backed addiction treatments like methadone and suboxone.