ADDICT IN BLUE LENS DIES OF OD

Carlee Anne Gadbois Is Dead.

One of six drug addicts who took part in the anti-drug documentary Through
a Blue Lens shot in part by Vancouver police officers and the National Film
Board, Gadbois died Tuesday of a drug overdose.

"She had a generous heart," said Const. Al Arsenault, who had become close
to her while shooting the film.

"She was determined her story be made public to keep kids from the hellish
life of drug abuse that she lived."

Gadbois, 32, had tried numerous times to get off drugs, but was unable to
do so, even at the risk of losing an arm to infection due to needle use.

"Even though she was very strong, her addictions were stronger than she
was," said her mother, Betty Anne Joy.

"I feel she's a hero because of her work on the film, and the legacy it
leaves."

Through a Blue Lens is one of the most successful NFB films, having been
shown around the world.

Gadbois is also survived by her stepfather, Ken Joy, her siblings, Michelle
and Justin Gadbois, and a number of other relatives.

A memorial service is planned for this weekend.

Another subject of the movie, April Reoch, 25, was found dead and stuffed
into a cloth bag outside her East Hastings social housing building last
Christmas Day.

A large memorial was held for her, which police and friends attended.

Ian Mathieson Rowe, 39, was charged in her death.