As of this week, every single grocery and big-box store in Ontario is permitted to sell alcoholic beverages. The Ford government’s final stage of expansion delivers on a promise to provide more choice and convenience to all Ontarians. But as the sale of booze broadens, do we have the support systems in place to treat patients who are struggling with addiction? According to Dr. Susan Farrell, the Ottawa Chapter CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association, we need a healthcare strategy and we need it urgently. She joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Live.

<p>As of this week, every single grocery and big-box store in Ontario is permitted to sell alcoholic beverages. The Ford government’s final stage of expansion delivers on a promise to provide more choice and convenience to all Ontarians. But as the sale of booze broadens, do we have the support systems in place to treat patients who are struggling with addiction? According to Dr. Susan Farrell, the Ottawa Chapter CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association, we need a healthcare strategy and we need it urgently. She joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Live.</p>

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