Once again, it’s illegal to use hard drugs in public in B.C. The federal government has now approved the province’s policy reversal effective immediately. The troubled pilot project had allowed British Columbians to carry and use small amounts of crack, coke, meth and other hard drugs. Critics had pointed out such drugs were being consumed in hospitals, parks and other public spots while tainted drug overdoses continued to rise.

Vancouver is now considering possible public viewing sites for upcoming second round NHL playoff games between the Canucks and the Oilers. The City hopes to share more details this week - the first game of this round is Wednesday in Vancouver. Mayor Ken Sim has said he wants this to continue to be a ‘fun, family-friendly experience for everyone.’ Vancouver Police have expressed concerns about the possibility of people walking around with open liquor.

Concerns are growing over foreign intelligence services hiring Canadian gangs to carry out contract killings. Global News quotes senior sources as saying governments are turning to criminal organizations in trying to silence or kill opponents outside their borders. Three young men were arrested in Edmonton late last week in connection with the assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey last June.

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