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Online sexual violence is a threat to young people, but help is not far. To learn more about the harms youth face online and what you can do about it, check out Cybertip.ca.

🏡💊 Did you know that many homes have medications that are easily accessible to kids? This can lead to dangerous situations, including non-medical use and even preventable hospitalizations. Let's prioritize safety! Please store ALL medications up high and out of reach. ❤️🙌

Les décès liés à l’alcool ont augmenté de 18 % pendant la pandémie lapresse.ca/actualites/sci… via @lp_lapresse

Les décès liés à l’alcool ont augmenté de 18 % pendant la pandémie lapresse.ca/actualites/sci… via @lp_lapresse

Early substance use in adolescents linked to brain structure - Earth.com apple.news/AUxxn_nV_QZWRd…

The Workforce Competencies Pre-Implementation Feedback Survey asks questions about what your organization needs to successfully implement CCSA’s #competencies. Your answers will help develop future competencies that will provide you the resources you want. bit.ly/3BaWtus

Empower your child to stay strong and avoid substance use with the power of meaningful conversations. By regularly connecting with them and building their confidence, you're setting them up for success. 💪 #EmpoweredKids#ParentingSupport #PositiveRelationships

The opioid crisis has a 'hidden' brain injury epidemic ottawacitizen.com/feature/opioid… via @ottawacitizen

Respect sets the tone for success at school! Whether it’s through polite behaviour, valuing differences, or respectful communication. Let’s work together to create a positive learning environment. youtu.be/uvrS3ZgoWb4?si… #RespectInAction #DDSBCommunity #DDSBRespect

Alcohol sales coming to Ontario corner stores by September | CBC News - Potentially increasing availability for youth under 19 😖 cbc.ca/news/canada/to…

Teens who use marijuana are more likely to suffer psychotic disorders, study finds nbcnews.com/health/health-…

Tobacco industry ‘aggressively’ targeting youth with ‘manipulative’ tactics: WHO - National | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/10519793/…

A couple of students from Sir William Stephenson Public School prepare to partake in a Virtual Reality game called “In Your Shoes” as part of the launch of Teen IRL Empowerment and Prevention Program by Victim Services of Durham Region. @SWS_PS

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Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Make sure you and your children’s caregivers store edibles out of reach from children. Learn more at ccsa.ca/cannabis #cannabis #PublicHealth

- Are you a parent or caregiver? - Do you ever wonder: "How should I have conversations with my kid(s) about healthy relationships?!" - See below for an amazing opportunity to learn how! survey.ucalgary.ca/jfe/form/SV_3O…

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