

Alcohol use climbing faster on Island
Alcohol consumption is climbing at a faster rate on Vancouver Island than in other regions in B.C., according to the Centre for Addictions Research of B.C. at UVic. Centre director Tim Stockwell suggests the Island’s higher rate, measured between 2002 and 2009,...
Energy Drinks and Alcohol – A Risky Combo at the Bar
Since the introduction of Red Bull in the U.S. in 1997, the market for high-caffeine energy drinks has grown exponentially. And it didn’t take long for young co-eds to concoct alcoholic, high-energy mixtures. From “Jager Bombs” (Jagermeister and Red Bull) to “Red Bull...
LifeRing – Unsung Islander – Jessica Russell
The Cridge Young Parent programs is very proud of Jessica. Over the last few years, she has overcome many challenges. In this TV spot, which aired on CHEK TV March 4th, Jessica talkes about her roll in bringing the LifeRing program to Kawanis House in Victoria, BC....