North Bay City Council heard this week there has to better communication between the social services agencies in the city.

Robert Waples says his son was stabbed in North Bay and says he’s been appalled at what he”s found.

“I have been shocked at the lack of co-ordination of social services. Some like the Gathering Place are doing a marvelous job but for others aspects are being micro managed.

He says there has to be a better look at the big picture so staff at all the agencies are able to put clients in touch with the agency they need.

Waples says urgent action is needed on issues like drug and alcohol addiction and gambling addiction when the casino comes.

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