Indigenous and Black communities have borne the brunt of unjust prohibitionist drug policies that have fuelled stigma and death for decades.
Inspector Bill Spearn: Police officer calling for change
After witnessing the positive outcomes of harm reduction, he has become a vocal proponent of a drastic shift in drug enforcement
Roger Collins: Business owner navigating the challenges of the overdose crisis
An example of how businesses can be a part of the solution rather than a barrier to progress.
Angel Gates: Insight from community on the devastating toll of Canada’s drug policies
Community members are experts to the experts whose depth of insight and experience must be privileged in the search for solutions
Angela Welz: Mother’s perspective on the overdose crisis
A mother’s perspective on the overdose crisis, navigating pain of losing family, and a plea to politicians to take action
