Sudbury opioid deaths cited as an example of why a harm reduction approach is needed to prevent overdose deaths connected to substance abuse
Ontario nurses are saying that "simple drug possession" should be decriminalized as a means of fighting the opioid crisis and they want municipal mayoral candidates to support the idea.
The RNAO has just launched a #DecriminalizeNow campaign to encourage mayoral candidates running for mayor to support the harm reduction approach taken in cities such as Montreal, Edmonton and Vancouver. "This exemption is not legalization. These substances remain illegal, but adults who have 2.5 grams or less of the certain illicit substances for personal use will no longer be arrested, charged or have their drugs seized. Instead, police will offer information on available health and social supports and will help with referrals when requested," said Health Canada.
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