“ Canadians are unfortunately not paying enough attention to the harms of alcohol.” Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer, 2018

Underage drinking is very common in Canada.  Learn more about the substance most young Canadians will try first, and get some practical suggestions on how to begin meaningful conversations with your pre-teen or teen about alcohol use.  

Download the Youth and Alcohol PDF here.   

Other Useful Resources

• Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction – CCSA
• CCSA Youth and Alcohol Summary
• MADD
• Educalcool
• Educalcool – Sooner Really isn’t Better
• Ontario Students Against Impaired Driving
• Students Against Drinking and Driving
• Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD-USA)