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B.C.'s Drug War Survivors call forced treatment plan 'a failure of justice'
- On May 24, 2025, the Abbotsford-based group Drug War Survivors expressed opposition to the province's new guidelines on involuntary treatment by submitting a letter to B.C. Officials.
- The guidelines introduced in March 2025 permit the involuntary application of the Mental Health Act for individuals experiencing both mental health issues and substance use disorders, a practice that DWS criticizes as vague and potentially unethical.
- The DWS letter raises concerns about human rights violations, inconsistent application, and barriers in voluntary systems, urging more investment in voluntary treatment, detox, harm reduction, and housing.
- The letter asks detailed questions about discharge protocols, communication access, rights protections, the role of police, and compliance with Charter and Indigenous rights, emphasizing people’s lived experiences.
- In April 2025, British Columbia launched its initial facility providing involuntary treatment for men in custody, with a second location expected to open soon; the Abbotsford Drug War Survivors and other organizations have expressed concerns that this strategy may lead to human rights violations and misuse of public funds.
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"They Just Do Drugs in the Open Air Everywhere"
The father of a 15-year-old boy with a drug problem who has been placed in Stuðlar by court order was forced to discharge his son from the treatment center earlier this month, despite it being the only shelter he has available.
·Reykjavík, Iceland
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