Pubdate: Tue, 20 Sep 2005
Source: Chilliwack Progress (CN BC)
Contact:  2005 The Chilliwack Progress
Website: http://www.theprogress.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/562
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/meth.htm (Methamphetamine)
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IMPACT OF METH 'CANNOT BE OVERSTATED' SAYS MAYOR

Getting relevant information out to the community on crystal meth is
key in the fight against the street drug, says Chilliwack Mayor Clint
Hames.

The city and RCMP are joining forces to host a Crystal Meth Awareness
Forum on Oct. 11 at Evergreen Hall.

"The impact of crystal meth production and addiction on our community
cannot be overstated," says Mayor Hames. "We hope by taking an active
approach, we can help raise awareness about this issue and encourage
our citizens to get involved in prevention."

Angela Marshall, a youth and family therapist with Fraser House
Alcohol and Drug Outpatient Society will be the keynote speaker.

She works with youth aged 13 to 24 and offers a frank presentation
using images, paraphernalia demonstrations and discussion to increase
awareness and understanding of the effects of crystal meth.

"The Chilliwack RCMP are committed to taking proactive measures in the
fight against crystal methamphetamine in order to prevent it from
having such significant impacts as it has in other urban areas in the
Lower Mainland," says RCMP Supt. Dale McGowan. 
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