Thanks to ShawTV for the spot.

See the video here

The chief medical examiner of Alberta confirmed today that a number of ecstasy related deaths can be linked to a tainted batch of the drug.

Without getting into a lot of big names and biology, the tainted batch contains a new chemical that actually takes a little longer to ‘kick in’ which means people will take more doses to get their desired effect. Oh and this new chemical is more likely to produce seizures and death.

This all boils down to the question.

Do you trust your drug dealer?

If anyone can answer yes, then how about this. In nearly every case you are not buying from the actual producer so then the question is

Do you trust your drug dealers dealer?

The report says that this batch of ecstasy is 5x more toxic than usual. Maybe that means there is a 500% chance it will ruin your life.

See the Calgary Hearld for the full report.

Welcome 2012!

If you are making your new years resolutions to do things like loose weight, get fit, eat better, make more money, live happier, and generally improve your life, maybe it’s also time to think about how you talk with your kids.

It has been proven again and again that parents that talk with their children on a regular basis about important issues like, gangs, bullies, drugs, online safety, and healthy relationships help their kids to make informed and positive decisions.

To help get things started we have put together a short list of resources for you to help make some of these important conversations easier.

Gangs

getalife.ca

Bullies

stopbullying.gov

bullyfreealberta.ca

Drugs

drugfacts4youngpeople.com

kidshealth.org

Online Safety

netsmartz.org

If you know of any other great resources that aren’t on the list please let us know!