Families for Addiction Recovery

We are a national charity that supports parents and caregivers of children struggling with addiction.

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[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

We will no longer be active on X. Thank you for your support and engagement over the years.

#FARcanada #FamiliesForAddictionRecovery #WeUnderstand

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

"After the Lisbon City Council introduced restrictions earlier this year...neighbourhood associations say that these measures fall short and now want public drinking banned altogether to protect residents' rights to rest and safety."
https://t.co/evWWbKObMS

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

Alcohol delivery is thought to amplify the already increased risks of drinking alcohol at home. Richard Piper outlines Alcohol Change's campaign on this, while also reflecting on the UK's elevated alcohol deaths and research on nolos. @AlcoholChangeUK
https://t.co/7KT4Xkky9S

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

"India's southern state of Tamil Nadu, one of biggest alcohol markets in ​the country, has ordered the closure ‌of 717 state-run retail stores, roughly 15% of its outlets, citing public welfare."
https://t.co/kQacyfWXYY

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

"Hazardous alcohol use is highly visible in popular YouTube videos, which rarely include accurate risk information or explicit harm‑reduction messages." The study analysed a total of 278 videos viewed a total of 75m times.
https://t.co/HJRlCRdGs2

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

"These findings indicate that alcohol consumption, especially at high levels, may contribute to impaired lung function and increased risk of airflow limitation, typical of asthma and COPD."
https://t.co/eZ06wT1xB1

[CCSA @CCSACanada]

A new report from @GreoInsights, CCSA and MHRC highlights that young adults in Canada are at a greater risk of experiencing gambling-related harms, especially through online gambling.

Explore the findings and recommendations: https://t.co/Z5J3hY3XbQ

[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

@senatorbrazeau Thank you for your advocacy!

[Toula Kourgiantakis @DrKourgiantakis]

@CoDoc442 We now need coroner’s reports on suicides associated with cannabis, including those occurring during psychotic episodes. Some deaths occur years after a first episode of cannabis-induced psychosis, and the link is frequently not captured in reports.

[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

Looking forward to this!

[Toula Kourgiantakis @DrKourgiantakis]

@JohnnyKStack Looking forward to presenting the insights of parents, youth, and service providers about youth cannabis use in Canada with Angie Hamilton, ED @FARCANADA. Thanks for the invitation @JohnnyKStack !

[Eli's Place @elisplacecanada]

Today we celebrate Eli Cooper’s birthday and the lasting impact of his bright, caring spirit. Eli was known for his quick wit, endless curiosity, and the warmth he brought to those around him.

We carry his light forward, working every day to make this vision a reality.

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

The two-year health labelling delay given in this report based on an anonymous leak has now been unofficially confirmed, disappointing health advocates.

[Toula Kourgiantakis @DrKourgiantakis]

But on highway 401 where people are really driving the Ontario gov is promoting alcohol. @PHAC_GC @PublicHealthON @TOPublicHealth

[Toula Kourgiantakis @DrKourgiantakis]

I saw 1st “public education” sign on cannabis since legalization. Sign on cannabis & driving at subway station where people aren’t driving. Promotion by retailer Ontario Cannabis Society encourages us to visit site 🤔@PHAC_GC @TOPublicHealth @PublicHealthON

[CCSA @CCSACanada]

This morning, Bryce Barker, Senior Knowledge Broker, joined @CBCMaritimeNoon to discuss whether corner stores should sell alcohol, how it could impact drinking habits, and ways to keep sales responsible. 🎧 Listen here: https://t.co/Bqwuw55blT

[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

@wcaforum Great conference! Well done.

[Raghu Venugopal MD @raghu_venugopal]

I support buying Ontario products and shutting the market to US liquor. But promoting cannabis and boosting liquor sales by reducing prices - as an ER doc - is stupid policy. We have a raging drinking problem Ontario. Let me tell you frankly. @robferguson1 https://t.co/3JThzLNvCU

[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

"The Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority has announced that it is in the process of drafting a new law aimed at partially banning the advertisement of alcoholic beverages on social media platforms." It banned ads on TV and radio five years ago.
https://t.co/pNUAcyxjgN

[Western Canada Addiction Forum @wcaforum]

✨ Get ready for something BIG at #WCAF2025! ✨

We’ve lined up some incredible keynote panels that you won’t want to miss. 

🔗 https://t.co/SqIOa1R5bh

#wcaforum2025 #WesternCanadaAddictionForum #addictionmedicine #IndigenousHealth #TraumaInformedCare #MentalHealthMatters

[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

#RecoverOutLoud

[Chief Jeff Copenace @ChiefCopenace]

Ten years ago, I entered Addictions Treatment for the first time.

I struggled with stigma and kept my struggles a secret.

But later I learned that if you are open and honest about your addiction; That even your worst enemies will cheer for you. ❤️

Ask for help. Don't give up.

[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

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[Families for Addiction Recovery @FARCANADA]

We will no longer be active on X. Thank you for your support and engagement over the years.

#FARcanada #FamiliesForAddictionRecovery #WeUnderstand