As Vancouver is set to expand a program that pairs officers with psychiatric nurses, critics remain concerned by the continued reliance on police to respond to mental health calls and the city s decision to prioritize increasing police funding.
A Vancouver city councillor and former police officer was seen wearing a thin blue line patch at a community event, igniting criticism for donning the controversial symbol.
Advocates say the B.C. premier's proposal to expand the scope of involuntary mental health treatment could further infringe on the rights of marginalized people.