Bill Good Show's Special Investigation into Crystal Meth (CKNW)

The following resource is from CKNW and the Bill Good Show. The interviews with two young people are riviting and informative.

Crystal Meth Special Report

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Resources and Information from The Bill Good Show's Special Investigation into Crystal Meth

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CKNW

Following CKNW’s in-depth look at the problem of Crystal Meth addiction in BC, and having consulted with Health Care professionals, law enforcement agencies and government leaders, we have developed a six-point action plan.

· School boards should develop Crystal Meth education programs for students starting at age eight. Programs would include information about harm reduction, drug identification and consequences. Such a program should be in place by the start of the next school year.

· The Provincial Government and local police departments should develop a province-wide education program for retailers, to help them recognize suspicious purchases of the ingredients needed to make Crystal Meth.

· The Provincial Government should increase the number of beds available for drug detox and rehab

· Health Authorities should work together to develop one strategy to treat Crystal Meth addiction across the province.

· the RCMP and other police departments should share information and resources to deal with addicts and related crime.

· the Government should move quickly on plans for a Western summit on Crystal Meth, bringing together key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive strategy to reduce the use of the drug.

CKNW will distribute this action plan to all levels of government, educators, law enforcement agencies and health authorities. We will monitor their progress in addressing these concerns, and keep you updated.

Please send your comments to comments@cknw.com

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