Drug Decriminalization
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Retiring Prince George RCMP boss says decriminalization was hardest issue to navigateAs Supt. Shaun Wright of Prince George RCMP prepares to step down, he spoke about his years on the job. 'By far, the biggest thing that I've had to navigate was decriminalization.'CrimeAug 12
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Ford calls drug decriminalization a ‘nightmare’ that will ‘never’ happen in OntarioDrug decriminalization is an “absolute nightmare” that will “never” happen in Ontario under the current Progressive-Conservative government, Premier Doug Ford says.PoliticsMay 24
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Poilievre blames B.C. decriminalization, drug policy for record deathsConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accuses 'radical activists, bureaucrats and pharmacists' of 'making a fortune' off of B.C.'s opioid crisis.CanadaMay 2
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Addiction a ‘health-care crisis’ as B.C. eyes public drug use ban: ministerMental Health and Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks says B.C.'s application to recriminalize public drug use is still under review and maintains addictions is a health crisis.CanadaApr 29
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Senior police officers say B.C. is not better off after drug decriminalizationThere is more controversy surrounding the B.C. government's drug decriminalization pilot program after comments from two of the most senior police officers in the province.HealthApr 16
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Most in Kingston, Ont. support decriminalization as drug-related deaths climbThe results of a new report show 70 per cent agreed drug possession laws should change to support those who use substances and well over half supported decriminalization.HealthJan 29
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B.C.’s cops weren’t fully prepared for drug decriminalization, document saysIt comes from a document accessed via a freedom of information request that laid out the meeting minutes of the province's Mental Health Working Group in January 2023.CanadaJan 4
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As overdose crisis continues, B.C. to ban hard drug use in front of businesses, on beaches"Do not go to the doorway of a business. Do not go to a park, a child's playground. Do not go to a bus stop,” Premier David Eby said Thursday.HealthOct 5, 2023
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Nelson, B.C. passes bylaw banning drug use in 12 public placesNelson city council narrowly approved the new bylaw Tuesday, banning the use of illicit drugs in 12 public areas, including five parks.HealthSep 7, 2023
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B.C.-wide approach to regulating public drug use coming, premier saysThe move comes after Nanaimo councillors voted to explore public drug use restrictions. Premier David Eby says the province will work with municipalities on a wider plan.HealthMay 17, 2023
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