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Involuntary Care Sparks Controversy in Pre-Election Push
British Columbia is grappling with a toxic drug crisis that has claimed over 15,000 lives since 2016, sparking fierce political debate as the province…
Trudeau’s Housing Measures and Their Hidden Dangers
Lower monthly mortgage payments might seem like a blessing in today’s challenging housing market, but they come with a dangerous cost: higher long-term debt…
The Battle Over Supervised Drug Consumption Sites
British Columbia’s overdose crisis continues to dominate political discourse, and the BC Conservative Party finds itself at the centre of a controversy over its…
Fast-Tracking Factory-Built Homes in British Columbia
British Columbia is facing a housing crisis that shows no sign of abating. As prices soar and availability plummets, politicians have scrambled to find…
Josh Dehaas: Japan Shows Canadians Don’t Need to Accept Urban Disorder
In a thought-provoking opinion piece, journalist Josh Dehaas argues that Canada’s current approach to drug addiction and urban disorder has failed, pointing to Japan…
Indigenous-Led Housing Development to Transform Downtown Eastside
A major new development is set to reshape Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, bringing much-needed relief to one of the city’s most vulnerable communities. Ho’-kee-melh Kloshe…
Cost of Living Crisis in British Columbia: Political Promises vs. Real Solutions
In the seven years since the New Democratic Party (NDP) took control in British Columbia, the cost of living has exploded. Food prices have…
Is B.C.’s Healthcare System Beyond Repair?
British Columbia’s healthcare system is teetering on the brink of collapse, and many are wondering if the proposed solutions will ever be enough. With…
How Community-Based Employment Services Are Changing the Game for the Unemployed
The fight against poverty has taken a sharp turn with the launch of Community-Based Employment Services (CBES), a groundbreaking initiative designed to help individuals…
629 Calls to Police and a Community in Crisis
The Downtown Eastside (DTES) of Vancouver has long been a focal point for discussions around homelessness, addiction, and public safety. Now, a recent report…
British Columbians Demand New Approaches to Crime, Addiction, and Public Safety
As the opioid crisis and rising crime continue to shape public discourse, a new province-wide survey conducted by Research Co. has revealed that British…
The Downtown Eastside’s Struggle for Economic Survival
Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES) is often portrayed as a neighborhood drowning in despair, with headlines focusing on drug use, crime, and poverty. But these…
