David Eby

B.C. Premier David Eby discusses the housing crisis, opioid epidemic, healthcare, foreign interference, federal-provincial relations, and energy needs. Impact on BC Sikh community and health care funding. Championing opioid/housing policies and addressing addiction treatment challenges. Meeting energy challenges and seizing clean energy opportunities.

B.C. Premier David Eby, a political leader advocating for expanded involuntary care for addiction and mental health, discusses the pressing need for change in the wake of violent incidents in Vancouver. He argues for more treatment options under the Mental Health Act while facing criticism from public health experts about the effectiveness of such measures. Journalist Anna Mehler Paperny navigates the complex debates, spotlighting the challenges of overdose risks and the ethical dilemmas of involuntary treatment in a flawed system.