Oak Bay Community Conversations: Youth Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Event Location: 

Dave Dunnet Community Theatre at Oak Bay High School, 2121 Cadboro Bay Road

Event Date: 
Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
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Parents, youth, and the community are invited to join the conversation!  

Participation is free and open to the public.  

• What leads youth to substance use? 

• What helps reduce risks? 

• How can you talk about substance use in your family?  

•  Learn what resources are available to help in these important conversations. 

Special Guest Speaker:

• Hon. Rob Fleming, Minister of Education 

Featured guests:  

• Cindy Andrew, Helping Schools Program Consultant, Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research  

• Reg Fleming,  Island Health Discovery Youth and Family Services Coordinator 

• EJ Weston, 18 year old LGBTQ+ and Mental Health Advocate

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