B.C. United Party leader raises concerns over opiate crisis, promises action
Kevin Falcon, leader of the B.C. United Party, has expressed concerns over the escalating opiate drug crisis, citing a continuous deterioration during the current government’s tenure.
In a CIVL radio interview, Falcon highlighted the alarming death rate of 2,511 individuals in 2023, labelling it as the highest in British Columbia’s history.
He emphasized the personal tragedies behind each statistic and pledged swift action if his party formed a government after the upcoming election. The B.C. United Party aims to reverse the government’s drug decriminalization policy within 30 days and prioritize treatment-based approaches to combat substance abuse.
Listen to the complete interview for more. This interview is part of a series that is running on CIVL Radio ahead of the upcoming BC election.