Many local organizations in Timiskaming are partnering in the development of a community drug and alcohol strategy. Since forming in early 2021, TDAS members have worked to gather and assess available information to inform a strategy, inclusive of recommendations for action, to improve the current situation in Timiskaming (inclusive of the Municipality of Temagami).
Goal
To prevent and reduce the harms associated with substances to improve the quality of life of all Timiskaming residents.
Current Status – Community Consultation
The TDAS is not yet finalized. To create a strategy that is truly by Timiskaming and for Timiskaming, advice, feedback, and recommendations from the public are being sought. To do this, a Community Consultation Report has been developed to share draft recommended actions to address community needs and gather feedback to ensure the planning reflects what is needed in the community both in the short and long-term.
LINK TO REPORT: DEVELOPING THE TIMISKAMING DRUG AND ALCOHOL STRATEGY (TDAS) - Background Document for Public Consultation
Who is this consultation for?
Everyone! We are seeking comments from people who use or have used substances and their family and friends, folks who identify as Indigenous, community organizations, community groups, service providers and the general public in Timiskaming.
How can you provide feedback?
There are five ways to provide feedback:
1. Respond to a survey – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TDASsurvey).png)
2. Email feedback to TDAS@timiskaminghu.com
3. Mail feedback to PO Box 1090, New Liskeard, P0J 1P0
4. Drop-off written feedback at one of THU’s three locations:
- 247 Whitewood Avenue, Unit 43, New Liskeard
- 31 Station Road North, Kirkland Lake
- 63 Fifth Street, Englehart
5. Call 705-465-4895 for other options on how to give feedback
All feedback will remain confidential and can be anonymous.
Feedback will be gathered for 30 days, until July 13, 2022. A summary of our findings will be released following this date and the final TDAS will be created.
Contact Us!
Email: TDAS@timiskaminghu.com
Phone: 705-465-4895
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