Residential Smoke Alarms
April 1, 2012Smoke alarms are small, self-contained electrical units that signal an alarm warning when detecting the presence of smoke or fire.…
Driving and Personal Electronic Use
March 24, 2012Under section 214 of the British Columbian Motor Vehicle Act, it is illegal to use any hand-held device while operating…
Marijuana and Driving
March 23, 2012Marijuana (also known as cannabis) is a widely used drug, particularly among young people. Marijuana use among Canadian youth has…
Drinking and Driving
March 23, 2012Alcohol and other substances impact a driver’s ability to make accurate judgments. It can slow reflexes, making accidents much more…
Binge Drinking
March 22, 2012Binge drinking has increased over the last decade, especially with youth between the ages of 15 to 25. A 2003…
Energy Drinks
March 22, 2012Energy drinks provide physical and mental stimulation for short periods of time. Popular energy drinks in Canada include Monster, RedBull,…
Ecstasy Use: An Information Guide for Parents and Youth Workers
March 22, 2012Ecstasy is a recreational drug often used at house parties, raves, or nightclubs. Ecstasy is commonly referred to as MDMA…
Ecstasy: The Party is Over
March 22, 2012Ecstasy is a recreational drug often used at house parties, raves, or nightclubs. Ecstasy is commonly referred to as MDMA…
Fentanyl
March 22, 2012Similar to morphine, fentanyl is a synthetic opiate used to treat patients with extreme chronic pain. Sometimes it is used…
Ketamine
March 22, 2012Ketamine is most often used legally as an anesthetic by veterinarians and doctors. Recent research suggests that ketamine may also…
