Decriminalization

Policy

How Justin Trudeau Shaped Canada’s Drug Policy

Justin Trudeau’s tenure as Canada’s Prime Minister is often defined by progressive policies, including a bold approach to drug regulation. From the landmark legalization ...

Policy

Why Decriminalizing Sex Work in British Columbia Matters

In Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, the debate over decriminalizing sex work transcends mere policy—it’s a matter of survival for many. Canada’s legal framework, introduced under ...

Policy

Public Drug Use and Decriminalization Collide in British Columbia

In January 2023, British Columbia made history by decriminalizing small amounts of certain illegal drugs for personal use, marking a significant shift toward a ...

Order

Withdrawal of Police Support Raises Questions About BC’s Decriminalization

Police associations are stepping back from supporting BC’s decriminalization pilot, citing public safety concerns and increasing disorder in communities. The withdrawal of backing from ...

Policy

Canada’s Top Court Clears Path for Opioid Class Action Against Big Pharma

In a historic ruling, Canada’s Supreme Court has upheld the constitutionality of British Columbia’s Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act. This decision ...

Policy

British Columbia’s Shift on Drug Policy Fuels Uncertainty

In British Columbia, a province once considered a leader in progressive drug policy, a new pivot away from harm reduction has reignited debates about ...

Addiction

The Harm Reduction Experiment Hits a Wall in British Columbia

The nation stands at a crossroads as escalating overdose deaths and public disorder expose the shortcomings of progressive drug policies. What was once considered ...

Addiction

Is BC’s Drug Decriminalization Failing to Deliver Results?

British Columbia has long been grappling with a deadly overdose epidemic driven by toxic, unregulated street drugs. Since 2016, more than 14,000 lives have ...