Refusal Skills Classroom Activities
This resource was developed to be used by educators for grades 4 to 8 to teach refusal skills to use when students face peer pressure.
Substance Use
Substance Use Trivia and Jenga Game
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Opioids
As the opioid crisis in Canada continues to escalate, youth need information to make informed decisions about harm-reduction substance use strategies versus an abstinence only approach.
Alcohol
It is important for youth to be informed of what is known about the harms alcohol use during adolescence can increase the risk of negative health outcomes and social harm.
Cannabis
It is important for youth to be informed of what is known about the harms of cannabis as cannabis use during adolescence can increase the risk of negative health outcomes and social harm.
Smoking and Vaping
Educating youth about substance use is important to help them develop skills and knowledge to make healthier choices. Even though vaping is considered to be less harmful than smoking, there are still risks for youth to consider.