The issue of youth crime is becoming increasingly normalized in Canada, not due to a lack of concern, but because of its alarming frequency. Why are 13-year-olds now involved in homicide cases? Why are 17-year-olds facing incarceration rather than choosing their future education paths? Do the sensational headlines accurately reflect the underlying data?
In a thought-provoking conversation, host Maria Kestane engages with Dr. Kim Varma, a respected criminology professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, to delve into the concerning rise of youth-related crime stories. They explore the complexities of this trend and emphasize the collective responsibility of society in preventing young individuals from becoming entangled in the justice system.
