Oregon decriminalized drugs 2 years ago. Here’s what happened

Two years ago, Oregon decriminalized possession of small amounts of all hard drugs to try and curb an overdose crisis. As B.C. begins a similar pilot project, CBC’s Lyndsay Duncombe travels to Portland and learns more about how the move is playing out and what lessons can be learned. #Oregon #Portland #Addiction Watch The National live on YouTube Sunday-Friday at 9 p.m. ET Subscribe to The National: Connect with The National online: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | More from CBC News | The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault and Ian Hanomansing, our team of trusted reporters help you make sense of the world, wherever you are. The National was named Canada’s Best National Newscast by the Canadian Screen Awards and RTDNA Canada.