By Mike Archer. This now infamous video of the shooting of one of Abbotsford’s best known members of the homeless community, Roy Roberts, was shot April 16th, 2014 and shows…
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Drug use is not what we have been taught it is – and there is a very different story waiting for us, when we are ready to hear it. While…
During the month of February Today Media published a series on the Abbotsford Police Department (APD) and its role in dealing with the marginalized and the homeless in Abbotsford. In…
Meet Gord Bylo. His son suffers from mental illness and drug addiction. He and his wife are living a parent’s nightmare. His story is a compelling reason for change. Is…
Victoria Police change policies on Mental Health Act arrests. By Rob Wipond. When arrested under the Mental Health Act, people will now be advised of their rights and allowed to…
Is Abbotsford’s Police Department Capable Of Dealing With Homelessness or Drug Addiction? By Mike Archer. In this series we will look at the role of first responders, more particularly the…
Is Abbotsford’s Police Department Capable Of Dealing With Homelessness or Drug Addiction? By Mike Archer. In this series we will look at the role of first responders, more particularly the…
By Mike Archer. Abbotsford has received a great deal of media attention for its treatment of the homeless, particularly those who suffer from mental illness, alcohol dependence or drug addiction….
By Mike Archer. I was struck by the prominant role taken by Darryl Plecas and Simon Gibson at the recent announcement by Rich Coleman that the BC Government would be…
By Shannon Rupp. Reaction to Calgary editorial writer’s anti-harm reduction rant proves news still works in this country. Originally published 24/07/13 on TheTyee.ca [excerpt] The kerfuffle over a Calgary columnist…