Canada is facing a concerning trend as youth crime becomes more prevalent in headlines. What is causing 13-year-olds to be involved in homicide investigations, and why are 17-year-olds being held on remand instead of focusing on their future education? Is there a disconnect between media reports and actual data on youth crime?
Join host Maria Kestane as she engages with Dr. Kim Varma, a criminology expert from Toronto Metropolitan University, to delve into the issue of rising youth crime rates. Together, they explore the societal factors contributing to this disturbing trend and discuss the importance of preventing young individuals from becoming entangled in the criminal justice system.
Keyphrase: Youth Crime Trend