REGINA - A new survey suggests over 50 per cent of Regina residents support fluoride in water.
says 52 per cent of people are in favour, while 31 per cent of residents aren’t.
Meanwhile, 17 per cent of residents are unsure of their decision.
The survey was conducted from April 20th to April 21st, with 458 participants.
Spadina Strategies says the margin of error for the poll is plus or minus 5.20 per cent.
Fluoride in drinking water has been a hot topic of debate over the past month.
The decision to implement fluoride was first approved back in 2021.
came out suggesting fluoride could impact a child’s learning development, Ward 10 Coun. Clark Bezo presented a motion to reconsider the previous decision.
Residents made their stances clear on the matter after Ward 5 Coun.ll meeting discussing fluoride due to safety concerns.
that fluoride prevents tooth decay and strengthens enamel.
Whether or not Regina will implement fluoride in drinking water will likely be decided on May 2nd during a special city council meeting.
