B.C. to ban drug use in all public places in major overhaul of decriminalization

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

‘There is much more to do’: B.C. marks eight years of toxic-drug health emergency

Eight years to the day after British Columbia declared a public health emergency, Premier David Eby said the toxic drug crisis has had a “catastrophic impact” on families and communities. “Every life taken by this crisis is a loss to our community — they are friends, parents, siblings and children. To the families, friends and … Read more

Tsilhqot’in National Government declares overdose emergency

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 12, 2024 9:13 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size A spike in overdose deaths in the six British Columbia nations that make up the Tsilhqot’in National Government has prompted the chiefs to declare a local state of emergency. The Cariboo area nation … Read more