Caught in the Crossfire: The Intersection of Substance Abuse and Crime

THUNDER BAY – ANALYSIS – Thunder Bay has always been a city that prides itself on community, resilience, and natural beauty. Yet, in recent years, our city, our home has been grappling with an escalating crisis, while it is one that is not unique to Thunder Bay it has starkly touched every corner of the community: homelessness, substance abuse, and a growing crime rate.
As these issues intertwine, they form a complex web that has left many in our community feeling helpless and trappe