Garry Begg, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement in response to the Province repealing Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act:
The Province is initiating an independent review of E-Comm and 911 service to ensure that there is a reliable and sustainable model for 911 services in British Columbia.
The circumstances surrounding the death of George Wayne Prevost will be reviewed during a coroner’s inquest from Wednesday, May 28, 2025, through Friday, June 6, 2025.
At least 458 people experiencing homelessness died in British Columbia in 2023, according to data from the BC Coroners Service.
A coroner’s inquest has been scheduled to review the circumstances of the death of Cailin Shea McIntyre-Starko, known as Sidney.
Honourable Terry Yung
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