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Talk early, talk openly about cannabis

Sarnia, ON - Talking with teens can be difficult. Talking with them about drugs can be even harder.

Get the facts, know the risks and start the conversation as Lambton Public Health and its community partners present "Talking Pot with Youth" on Tuesday, November 20 at the Lambton College Event Centre. Two free sessions will be held at 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. To register, visit https://cannabisevent.eventbrite.ca.

Lisa Clark, Health Promoter with Lambton Public Health, says "Having a meaningful conversation...

Updated smoking laws in Ontario and local reporting options

Sarnia, ON - Changes to the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 now restrict the use of cannabis and vapour products, in addition to tobacco, in many public locations.

Paul Buttery, Health Promoter with Lambton Public Health, says "Smoking cannabis and vaping of any substance is prohibited wherever smoking tobacco is prohibited."

In Ontario, it is illegal to consume tobacco, cannabis and use vapour products in the following locations:

• Any enclosed public space
• Any enclosed workplace, including workplace...

Great Big Crunch

Sarnia, ON - Today, more than 12,500 Lambton County students, led by 201 at Bosanquet Public School in Thedford, celebrated healthy food choices at school with a Great Big Crunch.

The synchronized crunch of fresh, local apples showcased the importance of healthy eating and highlighted the role of the Student Nutrition Program to provide healthy food choices.

“The Great Big Crunch is a health-packed event that celebrates nutrition and school harmony," said Leslie Palimaka, Health Promotion Assistant...

Building an integrated community care model for Sarnia-Lambton

Sarnia, ON - Thanks to a $591,300 grant from the Ontario Health and Well-Being Grant Program, Lambton Public Health (County of Lambton), and its community partners are planning to create an age-friendly community.

The two-year project will strengthen and build community support and health services identified in the Age-Friendly Sarnia Community Action Plan. Priorities include an integrated community care model for Sarnia-Lambton linking health and social sectors to support seniors, who are aging...