A big shake-up in addiction services is coming - but is there a plan? - Paying attention

A big shake-up in addiction services is coming - but is there a plan?

The Whistler Pique had an interesting open letter suggesting massive changes in addictions services. It appears the health authorities - or some of them - are cancelling contracts with community based agencies. They would then, presumably, offer the services directly, from treatment to drug education and prevention.Will it cost more or less? Be more effective, or not? It's worrying. When health authorities weigh a choice between cutting hip surgeries or addiction services, the grumpy people on t...

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The Pemberton Valley, nestled 8000 ft. below beautiful Mt. Currie, is home to a wide range of activities, restaurants, accomodation and more. Famed as the Seed-Potato capital, the 'Spud Valley' boasts some of the best produce available, from Pemberto...

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Behind the surprise ban on garbage exports

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Why, after Vancouver had been working for at least 18 months on plans to have waste trucked to the U.S. for disposal, did the provincial government impose a ban on waste exports in the throne speech? The ban also comes out of the blue for the Cowicha...

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