Conservatives Face Backlash Over Controversial Post Linking Vancouver Tragedy to Liberal Policies
In a move that has sparked significant controversy, the Conservative Party is facing mounting criticism for sharing a video that connects the tragic events at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver to the Liberal government’s approach to crime policy. This incident has raised serious ethical questions about the use of tragedies for political gain.
The social media post came under scrutiny after authorities disclosed that the suspect involved in the tragic incident had mental health issues that played a crucial role in the events. The fact that the Conservatives chose to emphasize a political narrative rather than focus on the complexities of mental health has further inflamed public sentiment, leading many to accuse the party of exploiting a tragedy to score political points.
Adding to the controversy, the creator of the original video has since removed references to the Vancouver tragedy, highlighting a growing concern about the messaging surrounding such sensitive topics. Despite the growing outcry, the Conservatives have remained notably silent, avoiding questions regarding their decision to repost the inflammatory content.
As public discourse intensifies, the implications of this incident go beyond party lines, reflecting the broader societal struggle with issues of mental health, crime, and the politicization of tragedy in Canada. The juxtaposition of a devastating event against a backdrop of political maneuvering underscores the need for more responsible communication from all sides of the political spectrum.
As the situation develops, many are left questioning not just the actions of the Conservatives, but the role that political narratives play in influencing public perception of crime and safety in communities across Canada. This critical juncture presents an opportunity for all political parties to engage more thoughtfully with sensitive issues that affect countless lives.
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I cant believe real humans use that as a photo op
It's not an unfair criticism, not just the Liberal party, but this is caused by long-standing reckless Liberal ideas on de-institutionalization. Crazy people like this guy should have been locked up in an asylum, not roaming the streets with other normal people.
This is the truth with the Liberal soft on crime policy.Why can’t people just accept the truth rather than criticizing one another ?
I don't trust CON- servatives.
This is who conservatives are
This reminds me of how Trump would use most of tragedy in the US and blame it on president Biden or DEI. Like the plane crash in Washington…
Hello Global News loads of love from Hong Kong
What on earth will Pp do ?
i knew they would, not surprising to me at all
Once Pierre realized it was just poor Asians and not rich Asians (like Chinese, Japanese and South Koreans) who are smart and rich and matter to him and the economy, he said 'That sucks, shouldn't of stood in front of that SUV, oh well, got to keep on campaigning." LOL. Pierre knows the power of rich Asians but Filipino's aren't rich Asians…they are your nurses and customer service workers, NOT the doctors and business owners that Pierre feels are way more important to care about. Hope the Filipino community voted Liberal or NDP, who's politicians either cancelled or reduced their campaign that day.
It's like Filipino's don't matter to Pierre…I think he knows the difference between rich and poor Asian countries. LOL.
We don’t need a mini maga trump here in Canada no to Paul Green Party or ndp not great but better then the other 2
Fighting a trade war is not common sense.
The only common sense option is for Canada to join the USA.
Canadians would be damned fools to miss out on such an opportunity.
I’ve seen liberals make this about Mark Carney 😂
It is truly heartbreaking to hear that eleven people have lost their lives in Vancouver. My deepest condolences go out to the families affected by this tragedy. But we cannot ignore the root of this crisis: Canada’s deeply broken mental health system.
For too long, our government has neglected mental health. We see the consequences every day—mentally ill individuals living on the streets, untreated, unsupported, and often unaware of their condition. Instead of offering real solutions like treatment centers or comprehensive support programs, the system relies on medication alone. This is not care. This is abandonment.
Many people with severe mental illness suffer from anosognosia—an inability to recognize their illness—so they resist help not out of denial, but because they genuinely do not understand they are unwell. Yet most mental health professionals are not trained to engage with people in this state. Families are told to take LEAP training (Listen, Empathize, Agree, Partner), which can be helpful—but how can we expect parents to carry this responsibility alone? LEAP should be a mandatory part of professional mental health education and training.
What we need is clear: fully funded inpatient facilities, professional psychotherapy, proper nutrition, supported housing, and above all, compassionate care. We cannot allow the most vulnerable members of our society to live and die on the streets. This is not just a healthcare failure—it is a moral one.
Canada must do better. We must break the stigma, fix the system, and treat mental illness like the urgent, life-and-death issue it truly is.
Ohhh the propaganda is feeding the machine. 11 people got killed but he is being charged for 8 with second degree. Mental illness pays off
Global is anti conservative 😂
Over 50 police interactions with the suspect and the police said he was well known to them but still nothing. Pierre is absolutely unequivocally 100% right!!!
Low and desperate blow.
Why are no reports about the accused being a drug dealer and a user.
There is an assumption that violent crime is on the rise across Canada. People should Google a historical timeline and see for themselves. They should also look at the crime rates broken down by geographic region. If you don’t check the data, all you have is your most recent impression of what might be going on.
Grasping at straws.
When they show you who they are, believe them. 😡😡😡 Mark Carney for PM 🍁🇨🇦🍁
It doesn't matter if it was mental illness or the guy was just mean, if there was a tough on crime policy he would have been in prison.
This is a public safety issue.
Get out there and vote April 28
This doesn’t remove from the fact that the criminal system has failed us.
Another reason to vote conservative, the weak liberal justice system
Mayor Ken Sim said the exact same thing. He wasn't criticized.
Pure propaganda from global. We all know which two parties are responsible for this and it's not the conservatives.
Absolutely disgusting. I know the Conservatives and PP were low but OF COURSE they had to do whatever it takes to win and use this massacre for potential political gain and try to blame the Liberals while the bodies are still warm.
That is just F'ing disgusting.
Pierre is a lunatic. This is not something the federal government can control. Luckily the perpetrator didn't have a gun, most likely because of the strict gun laws Canada has which probably saved alot more people.
PP is despicable and desperate he uses Maga Cult tactics to point fingers
Paints a bleak picture for Carney? Hello, bleak? This IS the Canada Liberals have created for today, that we unfortunately get to live in! All those clips were taken from the media reports!
how disgusting for anyone to be making political hay out an event and it’s bad enough to attempt to do so, but even worse without actually knowing all of the facts. Because they haven’t even been collected or revealed yet. Absolutely heinous, and disgusting to do this while completely making it about you rather than having respect for the victims and their families. You people are disgusting.
Liberals did even worse with the Port a pique shooting. Blamed legal guns when they were smuggled. Started shadily banning stuff behind closed doors.
This attack was horrible, and why should it be framed to be this man was mentally ill as any excuse, how many times should he be allowed to do something like this at all, there is 0 excuse or exception for this, if he is mentally ill or drug addicted aka claiming drug addiction is a mental illness, he should be in a place he can get serious help and not just allowed to walk free. Conservatives will bring back rehabilitation as it should be and medical help for all as it should be. Canada was once considered to have some of the best medical developed places in all the world, but how many people can say they have a family dr still how many people get handed so sed safe drugs instead of a hand out of continuous steps backwards. Liberals never gave a dam about anyone with disability or mental health problems. We need change that matter change that keeps us free not a government that would see us in a European positioned government. Free Canada from this destruction vote conservative.
To use a community’s grief for your politics is shameful and disgusting! Shame on you! You as bad as Trudeau when he used the NS massacre to get gun laws changed! Lies, lies, lies. This is unforgivable!
Very sad but the truth is hard to hear sometimes my condolences are with the family and if I was there I would have gladly helped anyone in need
Global is a shill media company that drives the open borders agenda forward while pretending to be impartial.
We need "Common Sense" restored! Vote Pierre Poilievre for Prime Minister! 🇨🇦🍁🦖💪
LIVING IN VANCOUVER FOR 20 YEARS.
QUALITY OF LIFE HAS DIMINISHED A LOT IN THE LAST 10 YEARS, COST, DRUG, CONGESTION, LANGUAGE DIFFERENCES (HARD TO MAKE FRIENDS) WE NEED TO SLOW DOWN THE PACE OF IMMIGRATION. GIVE US TIME TO BUILD, TO HEAL, TO CONNECT AND STOP DIVIDING. THAT'S WHY I VOTED FOR PIERRE. LIBERALS HAS DONE THE OPOPPOSITE.
He was released FiFTY times!!! WHY??!! This has to stop!!!! Innocent people are at risk because of these insane catch and release programs!!!
Desperate much?
You want at least an attempt at safer streets and crime reduction? Vote conservative… will it happen? Of course not, but might as well vote for a party that tries to stop this
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