Better support urged after suspected group overdose in B.C.

Advocates are urging more support for drug users after a suspected group overdose on Vancouver Island left two people dead and two others in hospital. The calls come as overdose deaths are on the rise across the country and safe consumption sites have come under increased scrutiny.

Better support urged after suspected group overdose in B.C.
A person uses a need to suction up a substance in a metal spoon.

Advocates are urging more support for drug users after a suspected group overdose on Vancouver Island left two people dead and two others in hospital. The calls come as overdose deaths are on the rise across the country and safe consumption sites have come under increased scrutiny.