Crystal Meth Society of BC = Prevention
A festive atmosphere surrounded the Crystal Meth Society
of BC’s 2009 AGM tonight as over $10,000 of prizes were
divided amongst 25 raffle prize winners and it celebrated the
announcement of its new name to the Crystal Meth Prevention
Society (CMPS).
“We are proud of the CMPS’s achievements since it began
just over four years ago. Over 45,000 students throughout B.C.
and other parts of Canada are wiser about meth through the
education of our Meth Info Show, but now we need your financial
support and donations” said CMBC President Don Monsour.
“Studies show that meth use has stabilized or is slightly
down. This decline is heartening, but while meth continues to
rob families of their loved ones we will continue our work. It’s
important to note Meth is increasingly cut into other street
drugs. Our new name as the Crystal Meth Prevention Society
will help us continue to grow and address this need.
” Member of Parliament for Esquimalt/Juan de Fuca the
Honourable Keith Martin was the guest speaker at the AGM.
“A fresh approach to drug education can provide a pivotal
moment in a persons’ decision to steer clear of drugs. For
some, a single image is all it takes,” said Martin. “The CMBC
has been tenacious in its efforts of prevention through education.
I congratulate them on the impact they have had and on
their new name. I am hopeful both community and government
give them the support they deserve.”
Of its many achievements this past year the CMPS is particularly
proud of the launch DrugAware 101 in April. A unique
program tailored to educate students in grades 4 & 5 about the
dangers of Meth.
