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Alcohol Policy Consulting with Dr. Thompson
Learn how Dr. Thompson can assist your educational institution in navigating the complexities of alcohol regulations.
Study: How do Atlantic Canadian Universities perform in campus alcohol policies?
ANTIGONISH, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA --- The Campus Alcohol Policy Project (CAPP), led by Dr. Kara Thompson, Director of the SHEA (Substance...
Webinar - Strengthening Alcohol Policies on Atlantic Canadian Campuses
This webinar will present an overview of the findings from the Campus Alcohol Policy Project funded by Research Nova Scotia.
The Battle Against Big Alcohol
A presentation for the 3rd Annual Nova Scotia Alcohol Policy Forum held on June 13 & 14 2023.
High Risk High Reward Funding Awarded
Dr. Kara Thompson & an interdisciplinary team received a grant to study the effectiveness of alcohol warning labels in a real-world setting.
A Night for the Blue and White
StFX hosted a gala celebrating past, present, and future contributions to the health and wellbeing of Nova Scotians. Learn more.
Marketing and Availability: Optimizing policy to protect public health
Dr. Thompson delivered a virtual presentation at the first-ever PEI Alcohol.
2nd annual NS Alcohol Policy Forum
Dr. Thompson presented for the 2nd year in a row at the NS Alcohol Policy Forum. This year her presentation was titled “#Dontpinkmydrink...
Funding for Updating Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines
CCSA has received funding from Health Canada to lead an initiative to update Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines (LRDG). The...
Dr. Kara Thompson - 2021 Winner of the President's Research Award
Our very own Dr. Kara Thompson is the 2021 winner of the President's Research Award! Click here to learn more
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