Open Drug Use
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Video shows group smoking illicit drugs in Maple Ridge Tim HortonsA group of men are seen passing around a crack pipe in a booth, right next to two women who are seemingly unaware of what's happening.CrimeMar 29
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Maple Ridge business closing shop due to open drug use, threatsThe City of Maple Ridge has community safety programs but one councillor said there's only so much the city can do.EconomyFeb 10
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B.C. prohibits illegal drugs from playgrounds, spray and wading pools, skate parksThis means possession of 'illicit drugs within 15 metres of any play structure in a playground, a spray or wading pool, or a skate park will be prohibited.'HealthSep 14, 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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City seeks input on what’s appropriate behaviour on Edmonton transit, in parksThe city is asking for input from citizens prior to replacing three existing bylaws with one governing appropriate behaviour in public spaces including transit, malls and parks.PoliticsMay 11, 2023
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Penticton among B.C. cities looking to limit public drug use amid decriminalizationMayor Julius Bloomfield said the bylaw was motivated by growing public concerns with homelessness, mental health and addictions issues on the street.CrimeMar 31, 2023
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