Category Archives: Alcohol, Tobacco & Drugs

“No smoking” near playgrounds, sports fields and pools – thanks to changes in Smoke-Free Ontario Act

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Dr. Hamidah Meghani

Now that spring has arrived, many of us are once again enjoying or making plans to enjoy the outdoors, but sometimes taking your kids out to enjoy some important physical activity like playing soccer, baseball or even a swim at … Continue reading →

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The holidays are a great time to talk to your kids about alcohol

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

As stressful as the holiday season may be, I do admit to enjoying most festive rituals and traditions.  Mine include family, food, baked goods and red wine! Ahh…there is nothing like cooking a turkey and enjoying a nice glass of … Continue reading →

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Party! Party! Paarttyyyy! Help I’ve got teens!

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

O.k. We all remember being a teenager and the quest for independence. But NOW we are on the other side of the coin. WE are the parents… (Deep breath… in & out). Now I can  so relate to my own … Continue reading →

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iparent uparent we all PARENT at iparent

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

What is Halton iparent? It’s the Halton Parenting Directory on-line. It is an easy way to find information that can help strengthen and expand your parenting knowledge and skills.

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Talk to Teens about Drugs & Alcohol using Justin Bieber’s situation.

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

Here we go again. Another high-profile drug and alcohol scandal…however this time it’s not Toronto Mayor Rob Ford (not today anyway!). It’s our beloved young-hip-hop-totally-cool-locally-grown… Justin Bieber. The Biebs has got himself into some real trouble. You may be dumbfounded … Continue reading →

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