B.C. Reinstates Charges for Drug Possession

B.C. Independent MLA Elenore Sturko criticizes the province’s failed drug decriminalization pilot, which ended in January, stating it did not yield expected results and led to increased public disorder. She calls for a shift towards charging individuals for possession of hard drugs and demands a public inquiry to understand the program’s impacts. Sturko advocates for a more effective model, inspired by Alberta, that includes intervention for those unable to seek help voluntarily. She highlights the need for accountability and a comprehensive approach to support addicts while addressing community safety.

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