Vancouver mayor moves to decriminalize simple possession of illicit drugs
Brenna Owen, The Canadian PressWed Nov 18 2020 14:45:30 Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart says he’s preparing to table a motion that would see city council vote on the decriminalization of simple possession of illicit drugs. “Personal possession and use of drugs are not a criminal justice issue, it’s a health issue, and it’s time we […]
Pandemic aggravates opioid crisis as overdoses rise and services fall out of reach
The Public Health Agency of Canada reports a 138% increase in overdose deaths tied to opioids between March and August.
