B.C. resists calls to expand 'safer' drug supply program

For decades, B.C. has taken bold steps to try to solve its spiralling overdose crisis, but the province is pushing back against calls to expand access to safer supplies of hard drugs. The National’s Ian Hanomansing breaks down why advocates say the programs save lives and asks the government why it’s going against the expert advice.

00:00 Efforts for a safer drug supply in B.C.
09:29 Government responds to calls for safer supply

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