The last time I spoke with Harold was a couple of weeks ago before they went into the hospital. They mentioned that they were going to visit their sister, Dierdre in Winnipeg and asked to meet for a coffee and conversation once they returned home from their long trip. We planned to be in touch once…
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The NDP won’t save renters
The situation for low-income renters in BC has never been worse. In 2012, with the Sequel 138 condominium at…
Death prevention sites don’t stop overdoses: decriminalize drugs now!
In the fall of 2016, through necessity, two alleyway tents complete with clean injection supplies and…
Will fixed term leases erase 40 years of tenant organizing in the Downtown…
A boisterous crew was standing outside the Ross Hotel in Vancouver on New Years Day. We had called a news…
Not the solution we need – A first glance at the federal government’s legal…
On Monday December 12, 2016, the federal health minister, Jane Philpott, announced a new bill, almost…
Chinatown not Coffeetown! An interview with Mrs. Kong from the Chinatown Concern…
Translation by Beverly Ho, Chinatown Concern Group
Mrs. Kong, who goes by 鄺太 (or Kong Tai), has lived in…
Manufacturing success – A response to the Tri-City News article titled “Most…
Gary McKenna’s article “Most who go to Coquitlam shelter end up in housing,” reveals RainCity Housing and Support…
Responses to the overdose crisis must include an end to prohibition
People across Canada are continuing to die at staggering rates from illicit drug overdoses. Advocates have…
Police and Naloxone – Prioritizing Those with Badges
This week the public learned that the Royal Canadian Mountain Police will soon be carrying nasal Naloxone (or…
August 31st Overdose Awareness Day – A Day of Reflection, a Push for Action
Across the world people recognize August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day. From Vancouver to…