The B.C. government says it will ban drug use in all public spaces, including parks and hospitals, as part of a major overhaul of its drug decriminalization pilot project. The move comes amid a raging debate over the province’s approach to the ongoing deadly toxic drug crisis, including decriminalization and “safe supply.” Premier David Eby … Read more
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted January 2, 2024 7:23 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size A top British Columbia law enforcement official says a recent court decision placing a temporary injunction on a law to restrict public drug use takes away police enforcement tools. Vancouver Police Department Deputy Chief Const. Fiona … Read more
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 29, 2023 2:53 pm Updated December 29, 2023 3:31 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size The British Columbia Supreme Court has blocked new provincial laws against public consumption of illegal substances. The ruling in favour of the Harm Reduction Nurses Association imposes a temporary injunction … Read more
