Community Looks to Harm Reduction
Mar 02, 2010
(News Release) VICTORIA – A panel of experts will present information on how Victoria might reduce the harm caused by drug misuse and addiction. The evidence-based approach to the problems will involve discussion with members of the community on how we can help with harm reduction.
What: Discussion: Hometown Harm Reduction
Where: City Council Chambers/Antechamber
When: Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 7 to 9 p.m.
The panel consists of Don MacPherson, former Drug Policy Coordinator for the City of Vancouver and author of the “Four Pillars Drug Strategy”, Bernie Pauly, Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing and a Research Fellow at the Centre for Addictions Research BC at the University of Victoria, and Mark Haden, a Clinical Supervisor from the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority Addiction Services. The event will be moderated by Jody Paterson, writer and communications strategist with a passion for social issues.
The event is open to the public. Registration is not necessary. Refreshments will be served.