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flag British Columbia ends drug possession decriminalization Jan. 31, restoring arrests for small amounts unless extenuating circumstances exist.

flag 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. flag Police will not make arrests for simple possession unless "extenuating circumstances" exist, such as public disorder. flag The province won’t seek an extension of the federal exemption permitting up to 2.5 grams of drugs. flag Police and provincial ministries are developing confidential protocols to guide enforcement, expected before Feb. 1. flag 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.

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