Pubdate: Tue, 22 Nov 2005 Source: Fort Saskatchewan Record, The (CN AB) Copyright: 2005 The Fort Saskatchewan Record Contact: http://www.fortsaskatchewanrecord.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/824 Author: Candace Brown, Staff Writer Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/find?241 (Methamphetamine - Canada) ABOUT FORT SASKATCHEWAN DRUG AWARENESS COMMITTEE National Addictions Awareness Week, Nov. 20-26 2005 In October 2003, a community committee was formed to raise awareness about emerging drug issues. The committee focuses on creating public awareness in regards to drug prevention, education, training and treatment. The committee is a partnership of individuals, agencies and organizations. When the committee first formed, the use and abuse of crystal methamphetamine had became a major issue. The committee focuses on heightening awareness and making a difference in the lives of people. On the first Tuesday of every month the committee meets at the Boys & Girls Club at 9:30 a.m. The committee is planning on organizing two drug awareness presentations for the year. - --- MAP posted-by: Richard Lake