Nova Scotia's auditor says the Office of Addictions and Mental Health is not doing its job well.

The government made this office in 2021 because many people needed mental health help during the pandemic.

The auditor says the office does not have enough control over mental health and addiction services after five years.

The office does not know all the services available in the province.

The office also did not make rules for accessing services to ensure fair care.

Nova Scotia has more people with mood and anxiety issues and drug problems than the rest of the country.

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