Tag: drug overdose

Drug decriminalization bill introduced by NDP

A bill that aims to decriminalize drug possession for personal use and tackle stigma surrounding drug addiction was introduced by the NDP.

Illicit drug overdoses killed more than 1400 people in BC in 2017

VICTORIA, B.C.- 36 people died after overdosing on illicit drugs in the North Vancouver Island region in 2017. Preliminary data...
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Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast residents vote in municipal elections

It's general voting day for B.C.'s local elections, with Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents casting ballots to choose mayors and councillors, regional district directors and school trustees.

B.C. election: A look at the main party promises as advance voting begins

With advance voting underway in B.C.'s provincial election, the major parties are offering competing plans on affordability, health care, housing and the economy.

Hangar 98 – Episode 18: The Nanaimo Bar Band That Almost Made It

Hangar 98 - local and regional stories with a history, mixed in with a twist we never saw coming. Airs Monday to Thursday nights between 6 and 10 on the Comox Valley's Rock Station. 98-9 Jet FM

Hangar 98 – Episode 17: The Apes at Lupin Falls

Hangar 98 Airs Monday to Thursday nights 6-10pm on the Comox Valley's Rock Station 98-9 Jet FM.

HAIR AND NOW – Episode 347 October 9, 2026: Thanksgiving Episode

Hair and Now airs on the Comox Valley's Rock Station 98-9 Jet FM Friday nights at 6pm (PST).