August 1, 2024 – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is launching a Community Alcohol Survey for residents aged 16 and older to share their attitudes, behaviours and knowledge about alcohol and health. The survey opens on August 1, 2024, and participants can enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
“Our last local alcohol survey was conducted in 2014, and the alcohol landscape has changed significantly since then,” said Dr. Matthew Tenenbaum, Associate Medical Officer of Health. “This survey provides residents with the opportunity to express their experiences and perceptions around alcohol, which will be instrumental in shaping future health initiatives.”
The Community Alcohol Survey is an important step in understanding residents’ knowledge about alcohol’s risks. This is of particular importance in light of the release of Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health in 2023 and recent changes to the availability of alcohol for Ontarians. Data and insights into how the community’s behaviours align with the updated guidance and the impact of broader access will help in the development of effective programs and services tailored to the needs of the WDG community.
The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, and responses are anonymous. For more information and to take the survey, visit wdgpublichealth.ca/alcohol-survey.
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