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British Columbia ends drug possession decriminalization Jan. 31, restoring arrests for small amounts unless extenuating circumstances exist.
Starting Jan. 31, 2026, British Columbia ends its drug possession decriminalization pilot, restoring laws that allow arrests for small amounts of drugs like fentanyl and cocaine.
Police will not make arrests for simple possession unless "extenuating circumstances" exist, such as public disorder.
The province won’t seek an extension of the federal exemption permitting up to 2.5 grams of drugs.
Police and provincial ministries are developing confidential protocols to guide enforcement, expected before Feb. 1.
Officials stress that enforcement will remain focused on public health and safety, with officers using discretion and prioritizing mental health support through tools like the HealthIM app.
Columbia Británica termina la despenalización de la posesión de drogas el 31 de enero, restaurando arrestos por pequeñas cantidades a menos que existan circunstancias atenuantes.