Editor, The News:

Re: A sad, sorry never-ending story (Sidewinder, Sept. 2).

I would like applaud Sandy Macdougall's article concerning the drug issue facing Maple Ridge.

What a breath of fresh air to hear someone say that zero tolerance is a key factor on the success stories of recovering drug addicts. This may seem obvious, but I think it is lost on our leaders.

Why don't we take a look at what does work. The Union Gospel Mission in downtown Vancouver provides food, shelter, clothing and many other resources to those who need it. The big difference is there is zero tolerance to any drugs on, in or around the property.

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