Drug possession is illegal. Why can people use openly in public?

There's been a noticeable increase in people openly using drugs in public spaces, which coincides with a significant policy shift by the Public Prosecution Service of Canada in 2020. This new approach directs prosecutors to avoid laying criminal charges for simple drug possession, as revealed by police officials and experts. The policy change aims to focus on more serious drug-related crimes and reduce the burden on the criminal justice system, though it raises questions about public safety and health implications. This shift has major implications for law enforcement and public health strategies across the country.