Letter to the editor: We need to change how we talk about alcohol Dear editor, We are entering the season of big outdoor events. These events bring people together, raise funds for important causes, and in some cases, are promoted … Read More
TEMISKAMING SHORES – About 85 per cent of high school students in Temiskaming say’s it easy to receive caring and warmth from their parents, and that their parents know their friends. But only one-third rate their mental health as good … Read More
Planet Youth introduced to Kirkland Lake council… Read More
Within the last year, Planet Youth Timiskaming has accomplished a lot! To read about our latest project update, please visit: https://www.timiskaminghu.com/…/Planet%20Youth%20Update… Planet Youth is a 5-year pilot journey based on the Icelandic Prevention Model, a proven approach to reduce alcohol … Read More
January 10, 2024 – For immediate release 561 students completed the Planet Youth Survey Planet Youth Timiskaming is a new 5-year pilot project based on the Icelandic Prevention Model, a world renowned, community-based approach to supporting the wellbeing of youth … Read More
Thank you to our local students and schools for participating in the 2023 Planet Youth Timiskaming Survey! All 5 high schools took part, and 561 grade 10 and 11 students have told us about their experience growing up in Timiskaming. … Read More
Did you know that all high schools in Timiskaming District are administering the Planet Youth survey in Grade 10 and 11 classrooms during the month of November? The survey is the main tool that our communities will use to make … Read More
The Timiskaming District Board of Health endorsed Planet Youth and the Icelandic Prevention Model (IPM) as a local strategy to reduce youth substance use at their April 5, 2023 meeting. The board received a briefing report prepared by staff at … Read More
