Opinion: B.C. must recalibrate its drug policy priorities Hardip Johal — Vancouver Sun

Opinion: Mandated care ensures that people remain in treatment and don’t drop out, which is consistently shown to be one of the best predictors of a successful outcomeIn a remarkable turn of events, B.C. Premier David Eby announced last month that the government will support 400 or more beds — the term $1 billion was even mentioned — for mandatory, involuntary care for the severely addicted and mentally ill. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim followed this up by calling on the federal government to commit to assist the city, and cities across the province and country, to advance mandatory care. Read More …Read More