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Higgs government fast-tracked funding for Christian rehab centre, advocate finds

The article from MSN discusses how the Higgs government in New Brunswick fast-tracked funding for a Christian rehabilitation centre, known as the Fresh Start program, despite concerns about its religious-based approach to addiction treatment. The funding was approved without the usual competitive bidding process, which has raised questions about transparency and the appropriateness of using public funds for faith-based initiatives. Critics, including addiction treatment advocates, argue that the program's methods, which include religious conversion as part of recovery, might not be suitable for all individuals seeking help and could potentially violate the separation of church and state. The decision to fund this program was influenced by a personal connection between Premier Higgs and a supporter of the program, highlighting potential conflicts of interest. This has led to calls for a review of how government funds are allocated to ensure they meet secular and evidence-based standards.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ca/politics/government/higgs-government-fast-tracked-funding-for-christian-rehab-centre-advocate-finds/ar-AA1vl66m ]