In B.C., the coroner sends 15% of suspected overdose deaths to autopsy. In other Canadian provinces, the rate is upwards of 60%. Forensic pathologists say it's a problem. And some families are left with painful questions that will never be answered.

The Coroner Called Them Overdoses. What Really Happened? | The Tyee

BC lags far behind other provinces in its autopsy rate for suspected drug deaths. A Tyee special report.

No fire safety training, a missing fire plan, empty extinguishers, chains across doors - the list of safety gaps went on and on at an inquest into a fatal fire at an SRO operated with funding from BC Housing. The jury responded with a sweeping list of recommendations. thetyee.ca/News/2024/02...

A Fatal Fire Brings Calls for Better Protection for Low-Income Tenants | The Tyee

The Winters Hotel inquest jury found huge safety gaps and systemic dangers.