I found this particular point which was made by a construction worker from Fort Mac Murry very interesting,

He stated: In order for him to work and provide for his family he is required to pass randum urine tests, in witch he has no problems with, considering that the occupational health and safety standards of today are in place to protect and in sure the health and safety of all workers.

He then went on to say, the taxes which he pays to the government are distributed throughout the system. The system being the social assistance program or........

Given the state of our economy and knowing that any of us at any time could very well be in need of  financial help, again he had no problem .The point he had raised was, If he had to pass a urine test to earn the money, then why is it the residents of these assistance cheuqes are not obligated to pass any such test.

We are all aware of the increasing growth of alcohol and drug abuse by a very large percentage of these recipients that is not to say all people on assistance abuse drugs and or alcohol. 

He was under the impression that assistance cheques were for basic living needs such as food, clothing and shelter. If you are required to pass a urine test in order to receive this help,

He believed that there would be more help for those who actually rely on the system for food, clothing, shelter, and not to maintain an abusive habit.

Could you imagine the amount of money all provinces could save or the spin off of this practice, such as more aid for those who legitimately depend on the system, and it could also help a great deal towards the growing problem with drug and alcohol abuse.