For awhile, this past weekend, I thought I was in a parallel universe. Something wasn't making sense. I was reading an article in The Record about the drug treatment court that was launched several months ago to work with those whose addictions have led them to commit crimes.

Each month we focus on research, blogs and news from around the world addressing smart approaches to crime prevention. We're always on the lookout for websites and resources to draw from. Since the Waterloo Region Integrated Drugs Strategy (WRIDS) Task Force is deep into the data collection phase of their project, it seems only fitting that we share some items related to substance use and addictions within communities.

Just think about it... a research centre whose sole purpose is to think creatively about how the courts and justice system can better serve citizens.

Here's something we would say fits solidly in the 'Smart on Crime" camp. Today, the Waterloo Region Record reports on the announcement of a drug treatment court for the Waterloo Region and area.