South Asian people who are struggling with mental-health or addictions challenges in greater Vancouver now have access to expanded services provided by the South Asian Community Hub Society (SACH).

B.C. is taking action to make illicit drug use illegal in all public spaces, including inside hospitals, on transit and in parks.

People living with addiction can better access free treatment and recovery services and closer to home.

People facing complex mental-health, addiction and housing challenges will benefit from better access to housing with the wraparound supports they need.

Young people experiencing homelessness in Vancouver and struggling with mental-health and addictions challenges will get better access to care and supports to help them find a pathway to recovery and a better life. 

Minister Jennifer Whiteside, B.C. Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of decriminalization in British Columbia:

More young adults with complex mental-health and substance-use challenges can now access housing services and tailored supports in Richmond.