The BC Heroin Treatment Act and Delays in Civil Cases

Join us this week where we'll be opening the vault of Canada's legislative past with legal expert Michael Mulligan. Trust us, you won't want to miss this deep dive into the controversial British Columbia Heroin Treatment Act of 1979. Together, we'll unravel the context of the Opioid Crisis of the late 70s and today, investigating the eerily similar circumstances and sobering statistics of both times.

In the episode, we'll have a healthy debate about the implications of the Heroin Treatment Act. By dissecting the act, we'll see the jurisdictional challenges it presented and the public's resistance against mandatory treatment.  Not to mention the fascinating parallels between the current Mental Health Act and the Heroin Treatment Act.

But hold your horses; we won't stop there! We'll be shifting gears to discuss the impact of prolonged delays in civil cases, specifically centred around employment disputes. We'll examine two unique cases, both revolving around dismissed employees. You'll hear about their fight for severance pay under the Employment Standards Act and the repercussions of these extended delays on their case outcomes. Whether you're a history aficionado or a legal enthusiast, you're in for an insightful ride as we navigate through Canadian legal history and today's legal hurdles.

Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed.