British Columbia recriminalizes use of drugs in public spaces
Province says people who don't pose threat to public safety will not be charged for mere possession.
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![Premier David Eby, Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety & Solicitor General; & Niki Sharma, Attorny General, make an announcement about measures to combat anti-hate motivated activity in British Columbia on Wednesday November 12, 2023. A white man wearing a light blue shirt and a darker blue coat speaks at a podium.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7081103.1705007236!/cumulusImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/anti-hate-measures-in-bc.jpg)
Province says people who don't pose threat to public safety will not be charged for mere possession.