Vancouver City Mayor, B.C. Premier announce funding to address the city's mental health crisis

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Vancouver City Mayor, B.C. Premier announce funding to address the city's mental health crisis

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim has announced new details on his plan to hire 100 new police officers and 100 new mental health nurses. Angela Bower reports.

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