Introduce
Motivational Assemblies Indigenous Conferences Leadership Conferences
Educate | Entertain | Enlighten
Laugh | Listen | Learn
About G
Check him out
This alpha male's been rockin the mic and commanding the stage for many years, and he always brings it. From educators to students to student leaders to Indigenous leaders, youth and young adults to the public sector and to media outlets, everyone agrees-when G speaks, people listen.
His dynamic, high-energy presentations and demanding presence completely captivate audiences and locks in the space the second he steps up. No boring presentations here—he keeps it real, keeps it loud, keeps it funny, and drops powerful motivation that actually changes lives.
What youth and young adults get from a G MASSive presentation:
- The Vibe: Hyped, dynamic, and always real.
- Zero Boredom: A dynamic, high-power speaker who actually keeps it interesting.
- The Mission: Giving them tools to level up and change their life for the better.
- Pure Motivation: The ultimate boost to help unlock their full potential.
- Real Talk: Powerful info on the stuff that actually matters.
- Game-Changing Advice: Real talk that helps them navigate life and make smart moves.
- The Blueprint: Real-world tools to help level up their life.
- Major Inspo: The ultimate hype session to help make positive, game-changing choices.
About TEEN Communications
Check it out
Teen Communications is a national non-profit on a mission to help Canadian teens, tweens, and young adults navigate the tough stuff. We team up with government, schools, student leaders, the pubic sector, reserves, Inuit & Indigenous leaders & communities. With straight talk, we tackle the heavy stuff, such as the real risks of drugs, alcohol, and impaired driving. We also tackle other real teen issues such as suicide, abuse & trauma, gambling, teen sexuality, responsible gambling, and fetal alcohol syndrome.
Our secret weapons? Edutainment. We mix entertainment with education to keep things fun, real, and useful, and all our assemblies, presentations, conferences, and workshops are culturally sensitive.
What we're about:
- Keeping it real: Real facts about substance abuse, zero judgment.
- Healthy minds and bodies: Giving young people the facts on substance abuse so they can create their own reality.
- Staying safe: Convincing young people they are not indestructible.
- Owning your future: Helping young people make healthy, positive choices so they can crush their goals.
- Living your best life: Creating cool ways to help build a bright, positive future.
- Build a future to actually be excited about.
- Ditch bad peer pressure and negative social pressures.
RAP SHEET
Recovered alcoholic and drug addict
Victim of severe childhood trauma
Started drugs and booze at age 13
Started mainlining hard drugs by age 15
Developed a $300/day addiction
Involved in an alcohol-related car accident as a teenager
Former career drug trafficker who became a major drug dealer.
Served a 7-year prison sentence for drugs and crime
Upon his release in 1999, he began speaking in schools
National youth conference keynote.
Secondary school and senior public school motivational speaker.
Youth leadership development speaker.
Aboriginal youth workshop creator and presenter.
Dynamic and effective youth communicator.
Appeared on local & national television.
Highlighted in various newspapers.
Secondary Schools
CHOOSE TO WIN
Arrive Alive Presentation
A Dangerous Teen Game
- Russian Roulette with a twist.
- Boozin' n cruisin'
- 16 or 60 DUI is WRONG.
- Odds are one in four that you will die or end up in a wheelchair.
- Worst drivers
Responsible Decision Making
- Of course, I wanna be cool, who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dweeb.
- I'm the master of my own destiny!
- Gee, I think I wanna drink & drive, get paralysed and end up in a wheelchair when I grow up.
- I'm too young to die - death is for losers.
They're Pumpin Negative Vibes
- Societal Pressures: What you see ain't what you get.
- Rock 'n Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't play gigs.
- Peer Influence: Are you going to listen to them?
The Disease of Alcoholism
- Are there really teenage alikes out there?
- The only disease you can deny having.
- The Nile (denial) isn't a river in Egypt.
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get addicted - wanna bet?
- Meet my best friend: Al Cohol
- Four stages of use
- It takes a teen 1/5 of the time to develop the disease of alcoholism as an adult.
- You ain't invincible. Trust me
Alcohol, Drugs, and the Law
- Is anyone in the house of legal drinking age or toking age?
- Come on and take a free ride - jail.
- 16 or 60 DUI is WRONG.
There is Hope and Help
Party Smart - Arrive Alive
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
- You're a Role Model
- Are Mom and Dad weirdos?
The Tragedy of Impaired Driving
- Real-life stories (video)
Alcohol, Depression & Teen Suicide
- Real-life stories
My First Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody.
How to Say No and Still be Cool
You're the Best
- You're worth it.
OSAID | SADD
ARRIVE ALIVE
Key Topics
Responsible Decision Making
Good choices lead to good things; bad choices lead to bad things.
- Of course, I wanna be cool. Who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dork!
- You’re the master of your own destiny.
- I'm too young to die: death is for losers.
- Go ahead, quit school and collect welfare all your life.
- Gee, I think I want to be an alcoholic or drug addict when I grow up.
The Disease of Alcoholism.
- Are there really teenage alkies?
- The only disease you can deny having.
Impaired Driving
- The 9th Wonder of the World: Teenagers!
- A popular teen game: Boozin' and Cruisin' or Russian Roulette with a twist.
- B.Y.O.B. — Bring Your Own Body Bag
Party Smart
- If you choose to drink at a party, try this: Lifesavers Agreement or Designated Drivers
- Taxi, please.
Alcohol, Drugs & the Law
- Is anyone 'in the house’ 18 or 19?
- Come on and take a free ride: jail.
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get hooked... Wanna bet?
- The deadly cycle.
Drug Use and Abuse
- Why do you think they call it dope, dummy?
They're Pumpin' Negative Vibes
- Societal pressures: What you see ain't what you get
- Rock 'n' Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't do gigs
- Peer influence: Are you going to listen to them?
How To Say "No" and Still Be Cool
First High School Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody
You are a Role Model
- Here's how to be really cool
There IS Hope
- AA, NA, and Alanon
You are the Best
- You deserve better.
Inuit Youth/Young Adults
NORTHERN STARS YOUTH CONFERENCE
Description & Philosophy
This culturally sensitive conference addresses some of the public health crises identified by Arctic governments and various Inuit public sector organizations. These powerful conference topics are presented within the framework of traditional teachings, e.g., IQ principles, and traditional practices such as healing and sharing circles to bring healing, well-being, and mental health.
The conference is guaranteed to improve the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of your youth and young adults. It will also reduce the harm associated with negative choices while bringing balance to their lives. Since all life is interconnected, the conference will reconnect these ones with themselves, their community, their culture, and their destiny.
If you are seeking an effective way to bring out the Sivumuaqatigiinniq (spirit of moving forward together) and the resilient & community spirit in these future leaders, this conference will help bring out ancestral & inner strength. It will assist them in overcoming their personal struggles and foster human development. It will help them to help themselves and to connect with and help others.
Smart Choices Multi-Media Presentation
RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING
- OF COURSE I WANNA BE COOL
- MASTER OF YOUR DESTINY
- QUIT SCHOOL AND COLLECT WELFARE ALL YOUR LIFE
- THE DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM
- GEE, I THINK I WANNA BE AN ALKIE WHEN I GROW UP
- TEENAGE ALKIES, REALLY?
- DENIAL IS NOT A RIVER IN EGYPT
- DRUG USE & ABUSE
- GATEWAY TO HELL
- WHY DO YOU THINK THEY CALL IT DOPE, DUMMY?
- MEET MR. T(HC)
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- I'M TOO SMART TO GET HOOKED. WANNA BET?
- THE DEADLY CYCLE
- ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE LAW
- IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSE 18 or 19?
- COME ON, TAKE A FREE RIDE: JAIL
- SOCIETAL PRESSURE
- THEY'RE PUMPING NEGATIVE VIBES
- WHAT YOU SEE AIN'T WHAT YOU GET
- ROCK N' ROLL HEAVEN: DEAD TEEN IDOLS DON'T DO GIGS
- PEER INFLUENCE: ARE YOU GOING TO LISTEN TO THEM?
- SOLVENT USE & ABUSE
- THERE IS HOPE & HELP
- AA & NA
- HOW TO SAY NO AND STILL BE COOL
- YOU'RE A ROLE MODEL
- YOU'RE WORTH IT
- You’re the Best
- MY FIRST PARTY
- GET DRUNK & PUKE ON EVERYONE
Micro Learning Topics
- ABUSE & TRAUMA
- DEFINITIONS
- BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- NON-BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- WHAT TO DO IF DISCLOSED
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- HEALING CIRCLE
- TEEN SEXUALITY
- HIV/AIDS STATISTICS & FACTS
- STI'S
- PORNOGRAPHY
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES OF PORN
- EMOTIONAL CONSEQUENCES
- SHARING CIRCLE
- QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
- MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE & CRIME
- CIGARETTES, ALCOHOL & DRUGS
- PROBLEMATIC USE OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
- SOLVENT USE
- HARM REDUCTION
- YOUTH VIOLENCE, HOMICIDE & SUICIDE
- BIPOLAR & DEPRESSION: THE ADDICTIVE CYCLE
- DRUG, ALCOHOL & OCD
- PREVENTION & INTERVENTION
- HALING &SHARING CIRCLES
- SUICIDE
- VISIBLE WARNING SIGNS
- VERBAL WARNING SIGNS
- HIGH-RISK FACTORS
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- PREVENTION/INTERVENTION
- HEALING AND SHARING CIRCLE
- RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- DO YOU LIVE WITH A GAMBLING ADDICT?
- IS GAMBLING HARMFUL?
- SHARING CIRCLE
- AND MORE
First Nations Youth/Young Adults
YOUNG WARRIOR CONFERENCE
Description & Philosophy
This culturally sensitive conference addresses some of the needs and concerns identified by NAN Health and other issues relevant to all youth everywhere.
In line with the Seventh Fire Prophecy, these powerful conference topics are presented within the framework of traditional teachings, e.g., the Seven Grandfathers and the "circle of life" concept, and traditional ways such as healing and sharing circles to bring healing, well-being, and health.
The conference is guaranteed to improve the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of your youth and young adults, reduce the harm associated with negative choices, and bring balance to their lives.
Since all life is interconnected, the conference will reconnect those in the south phase of their circular journey with themselves, their community, their culture, and their destiny.
If you are seeking an effective way to bring out the "Warrior Spirit" in these future leaders, this conference will assist them in overcoming their personal struggles and foster human development. It will help them to help themselves and to help others.
SMART CHOICES PRESENTATION
- RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING
- OF COURSE I WANNA BE COOL
- MASTER OF YOUR DESTINY
- QUIT SCHOOL AND COLLECT WELFARE ALL YOUR LIFE
- THE DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM
- GEE, I THINK I WANNA BE AN ALKIE WHEN I GROW UP
- TEENAGE ALKIES, REALLY?
- DENIAL IS NOT A RIVER IN EGYPT
DRUG USE & ABUSE
- GATEWAY TO HELL
- WHY DO YOU THINK THEY CALL IT DOPE, DUMMY?
- MEET MR. T(HC)
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- I'M TOO SMART TO GET HOOKED. WANNA BET?
- THE DEADLY CYCLE
ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE LAW
- IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSE 18 or 19?
- COME ON. TAKE A FREE RIDE: JAIL
- THEY'RE PUMPING NEGATIVE VIBES
- SOCIETAL PRESSURE. WHAT YOU SEE AIN'T WHAT YOU GET
- ROCK 'N' ROLL HEAVEN: DEAD TEEN IDOLS DON'T DO GIGS
- PEER INFLUENCE: ARE YOU GOING TO LISTEN TO THEM?
ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE FAMILY
SOLVENT USE & ABUSE
THERE IS HOPE & HELP
- AA & NA
HOW TO SAY NO & STILL BE COOL
YOU'RE A ROLE MODEL
YOU'RE WORTH IT
- BECAUSE YOU’RE THE BEST
MY FIRST PARTY
- GET DRUNK AND PUKE ON EVERYONE
Micro Learning Topics
THE WARRIOR WAY
- THE TRUE WARRIOR
- PROTECTOR
- PROVIDER
- HELPER
- UNSELFISH
- GIVER
- PRACTICES GRANDFATHER TEACHINGS
FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME (Sensitive Content)
- STATISTICS & FACT
- RISK DRINKING
- DIAGNOSIS
- PHYSICAL ABNORMALITIES
- MENTAL PROBLEMS
- BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- SOCIAL PROBLEMS
- PREVENTION
- HEALING CIRCLES
ABUSE & TRAUMA (Sensitive Content)
- DEFINITIONS
- BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- NON-BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- WHAT TO DO IF DISCLOSED
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- HEALING CIRCLE
SUICIDE (Sensitive Content)
- VISIBLE WARNING SIGNS
- VERBAL WARNING SIGNS
- HIGH-RISK FACTORS
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- PREVENTION / INTERVENTION
- HEALING AND SHARING CIRCLE
TEEN SEXUALITY
- HIV / AIDS
- STATISTICS & FACTS
- OTHER STD'S
- EMOTIONAL CONSEQUENCES
- PORNOGRAPHY
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES OF PORN
- QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
- SHARING CIRCLE
RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- DO YOU LIVE WITH A GAMBLING ADDICT?
- IS GAMBLING HARMFUL?
- SHARING CIRCLE
LEADERSHIP & CREATIVITY SYNERGY
CREATING LEADERS | LEADING CREATORS
Key Topics
- No, that's what you thought I said. Effective communication.
- Do you see what I see? Imparting the vision.
- You don't have to be an alpha male. Leading with confidence.
- Here, you do it. The power of delegation.
- The most important ‘ship” in leadership: relationSHIP
- Come, follow me. Leadership by example.
- But I don’t want to. Motivation and inspiration.
- What's the beef? Conflict and crisis management.
- The power of the to-do list.Setting goals.
- The formula for meeting deadlines.
- Successful problem solving. The secret.
- Do what you say and say what you do. Integrity
- And more...
Senior Public Schools
V.I.P PRESENTATION
SLIDE 2/2
Key Topics
Responsible Decision Making
Good choices lead to good things; bad choices lead to bad things.
- Of course, I wanna be cool. Who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dork!
- You’re the master of your own destiny.
- I'm too young to die: death is for losers.
- Go ahead, quit school and collect welfare all your life.
- Gee, I think I want to be an alcoholic or drug addict when I grow up.
The Disease of Alcoholism.
- Are there really teenage alkies?
- The only disease you can deny having.
Impaired Driving
- The 9th Wonder of the World: Tweens!
- A popular teen game: Boozin' and Cruisin' or Russian Roulette with a twist.
- B.Y.O.B. — Bring Your Own Body Bag
Alcohol, Drugs & the Law
- Is anyone 'in the house’ 18 or 19?
- Come on and take a free ride: jail.
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get hooked... Wanna bet?
- The deadly cycle.
Drug Use and Abuse
- Why do you think they call it dope, dummy?
They're Pumpin' Negative Vibes
- Societal pressures: What you see ain't what you get
- Rock 'n' Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't do gigs
- Peer influence: Are you going to listen to them?
How To Say "No" and Still Be Cool
First High School Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody
You are a Role Model
How to be really cool
You are the Best
- You deserve better.
Key Topics
Responsible Decision Making
Good choices lead to good things; bad choices lead to bad things.
- Of course, I wanna be cool. Who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dork!
- You’re the master of your own destiny.
- I'm too young to die: death is for losers.
- Go ahead, quit school and collect welfare all your life.
- Gee, I think I want to be an alcoholic or drug addict when I grow up.
The Disease of Alcoholism.
- Are there really teenage alkies?
- The only disease you can deny having.
Impaired Driving
- The 9th Wonder of the World: Teenagers!
- A popular teen game: Boozin' and Cruisin' or Russian Roulette with a twist.
- B.Y.O.B. — Bring Your Own Body Bag
Party Smart
- If you choose to drink at a party, try this: Lifesavers Agreement or Designated Drivers
- Taxi, please.
Alcohol, Drugs & the Law
- Is anyone 'in the house’ 18 or 19?
- Come on and take a free ride: jail.
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get hooked... Wanna bet?
- The deadly cycle.
Drug Use and Abuse
- Why do you think they call it dope, dummy?
They're Pumpin' Negative Vibes
- Societal pressures: What you see ain't what you get
- Rock 'n' Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't do gigs
- Peer influence: Are you going to listen to them?
How To Say "No" and Still Be Cool
First High School Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody
You are a Role Model
- Here's how to be really cool
There IS Hope
- AA, NA, and Alanon
You are the Best
- You deserve better.
Arrive Alive Presentation
A Dangerous Teen Game
- Russian Roulette with a twist.
- Boozin' n cruisin'
- 16 or 60 DUI is WRONG.
- Odds are one in four that you will die or end up in a wheelchair.
- Worst drivers
Responsible Decision Making
- Of course, I wanna be cool, who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dweeb.
- I'm the master of my own destiny!
- Gee, I think I wanna drink & drive, get paralysed and end up in a wheelchair when I grow up.
- I'm too young to die - death is for losers.
They're Pumpin Negative Vibes
- Societal Pressures: What you see ain't what you get.
- Rock 'n Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't play gigs.
- Peer Influence: Are you going to listen to them?
The Disease of Alcoholism
- Are there really teenage alikes out there?
- The only disease you can deny having.
- The Nile (denial) isn't a river in Egypt.
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get addicted - wanna bet?
- Meet my best friend: Al Cohol
- Four stages of use
- It takes a teen 1/5 of the time to develop the disease of alcoholism as an adult.
- You ain't invincible. Trust me
Alcohol, Drugs, and the Law
- Is anyone in the house of legal drinking age or toking age?
- Come on and take a free ride - jail.
- 16 or 60 DUI is WRONG.
There is Hope and Help
Party Smart - Arrive Alive
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
- You're a Role Model
- Are Mom and Dad weirdos?
The Tragedy of Impaired Driving
- Real-life stories (video)
Alcohol, Depression & Teen Suicide
- Real-life stories
My First Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody.
How to Say No and Still be Cool
You're the Best
- You're worth it.
Description & Philosophy
This culturally sensitive conference addresses some of the public health crises identified by Arctic governments and various Inuit public sector organizations. These powerful conference topics are presented within the framework of traditional teachings, e.g., IQ principles, and traditional practices such as healing and sharing circles to bring healing, well-being, and mental health.
The conference is guaranteed to improve the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of your youth and young adults. It will also reduce the harm associated with negative choices while bringing balance to their lives. Since all life is interconnected, the conference will reconnect these ones with themselves, their community, their culture, and their destiny.
If you are seeking an effective way to bring out the Sivumuaqatigiinniq (spirit of moving forward together) and the resilient & community spirit in these future leaders, this conference will help bring out ancestral & inner strength. It will assist them in overcoming their personal struggles and foster human development. It will help them to help themselves and to connect with and help others.
Smart Choices Multi-Media Presentation
RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING
- OF COURSE I WANNA BE COOL
- MASTER OF YOUR DESTINY
- QUIT SCHOOL AND COLLECT WELFARE ALL YOUR LIFE
- THE DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM
- GEE, I THINK I WANNA BE AN ALKIE WHEN I GROW UP
- TEENAGE ALKIES, REALLY?
- DENIAL IS NOT A RIVER IN EGYPT
- DRUG USE & ABUSE
- GATEWAY TO HELL
- WHY DO YOU THINK THEY CALL IT DOPE, DUMMY?
- MEET MR. T(HC)
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- I'M TOO SMART TO GET HOOKED. WANNA BET?
- THE DEADLY CYCLE
- ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE LAW
- IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSE 18 or 19?
- COME ON, TAKE A FREE RIDE: JAIL
- SOCIETAL PRESSURE
- THEY'RE PUMPING NEGATIVE VIBES
- WHAT YOU SEE AIN'T WHAT YOU GET
- ROCK N' ROLL HEAVEN: DEAD TEEN IDOLS DON'T DO GIGS
- PEER INFLUENCE: ARE YOU GOING TO LISTEN TO THEM?
- SOLVENT USE & ABUSE
- THERE IS HOPE & HELP
- AA & NA
- HOW TO SAY NO AND STILL BE COOL
- YOU'RE A ROLE MODEL
- YOU'RE WORTH IT
- You’re the Best
- MY FIRST PARTY
- GET DRUNK & PUKE ON EVERYONE
Micro Learning Topics
- ABUSE & TRAUMA
- DEFINITIONS
- BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- NON-BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS
- WHAT TO DO IF DISCLOSED
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- HEALING CIRCLE
- TEEN SEXUALITY
- HIV/AIDS STATISTICS & FACTS
- STI'S
- PORNOGRAPHY
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES OF PORN
- EMOTIONAL CONSEQUENCES
- SHARING CIRCLE
- QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
- MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE & CRIME
- CIGARETTES, ALCOHOL & DRUGS
- PROBLEMATIC USE OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
- SOLVENT USE
- HARM REDUCTION
- YOUTH VIOLENCE, HOMICIDE & SUICIDE
- BIPOLAR & DEPRESSION: THE ADDICTIVE CYCLE
- DRUG, ALCOHOL & OCD
- PREVENTION & INTERVENTION
- HALING &SHARING CIRCLES
- SUICIDE
- VISIBLE WARNING SIGNS
- VERBAL WARNING SIGNS
- HIGH-RISK FACTORS
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- PREVENTION/INTERVENTION
- HEALING AND SHARING CIRCLE
- RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING
- STATISTICS
- FACTS
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- DO YOU LIVE WITH A GAMBLING ADDICT?
- IS GAMBLING HARMFUL?
- SHARING CIRCLE
- AND MORE
Description & Philosophy
This culturally sensitive conference addresses some of the needs and concerns identified by NAN Health and other issues relevant to all youth everywhere.
In line with the Seventh Fire Prophecy, these powerful conference topics are presented within the framework of traditional teachings, e.g., the Seven Grandfathers and the "circle of life" concept, and traditional ways such as healing and sharing circles to bring healing, well-being, and health.
The conference is guaranteed to improve the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of your youth and young adults, reduce the harm associated with negative choices, and bring balance to their lives.
Since all life is interconnected, the conference will reconnect those in the south phase of their circular journey with themselves, their community, their culture, and their destiny.
If you are seeking an effective way to bring out the "Warrior Spirit" in these future leaders, this conference will assist them in overcoming their personal struggles and foster human development. It will help them to help themselves and to help others.
SMART CHOICES PRESENTATION
- RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING
- OF COURSE I WANNA BE COOL
- MASTER OF YOUR DESTINY
- QUIT SCHOOL AND COLLECT WELFARE ALL YOUR LIFE
- THE DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM
- GEE, I THINK I WANNA BE AN ALKIE WHEN I GROW UP
- TEENAGE ALKIES, REALLY?
- DENIAL IS NOT A RIVER IN EGYPT
DRUG USE & ABUSE
- GATEWAY TO HELL
- WHY DO YOU THINK THEY CALL IT DOPE, DUMMY?
- MEET MR. T(HC)
- ADDICTIVE QUALITIES
- I'M TOO SMART TO GET HOOKED. WANNA BET?
- THE DEADLY CYCLE
ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE LAW
- IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSE 18 or 19?
- COME ON. TAKE A FREE RIDE: JAIL
- THEY'RE PUMPING NEGATIVE VIBES
- SOCIETAL PRESSURE. WHAT YOU SEE AIN'T WHAT YOU GET
- ROCK 'N' ROLL HEAVEN: DEAD TEEN IDOLS DON'T DO GIGS
- PEER INFLUENCE: ARE YOU GOING TO LISTEN TO THEM?
ALCOHOL, DRUGS & THE FAMILY
SOLVENT USE & ABUSE
THERE IS HOPE & HELP
- AA & NA
HOW TO SAY NO & STILL BE COOL
YOU'RE A ROLE MODEL
YOU'RE WORTH IT
- BECAUSE YOU’RE THE BEST
MY FIRST PARTY
- GET DRUNK AND PUKE ON EVERYONE
Key Topics
- No, that's what you thought I said. Effective communication.
- Do you see what I see? Imparting the vision.
- You don't have to be an alpha male. Leading with confidence.
- Here, you do it. The power of delegation.
- The most important ‘ship” in leadership: relationSHIP
- Come, follow me. Leadership by example.
- But I don’t want to. Motivation and inspiration.
- What's the beef? Conflict and crisis management.
- The power of the to-do list.Setting goals.
- The formula for meeting deadlines.
- Successful problem solving. The secret.
- Do what you say and say what you do. Integrity
- And more...
Key Topics
Responsible Decision Making
Good choices lead to good things; bad choices lead to bad things.
- Of course, I wanna be cool. Who doesn't?
- Honestly, I'm not a dork!
- You’re the master of your own destiny.
- I'm too young to die: death is for losers.
- Go ahead, quit school and collect welfare all your life.
- Gee, I think I want to be an alcoholic or drug addict when I grow up.
The Disease of Alcoholism.
- Are there really teenage alkies?
- The only disease you can deny having.
Impaired Driving
- The 9th Wonder of the World: Tweens!
- A popular teen game: Boozin' and Cruisin' or Russian Roulette with a twist.
- B.Y.O.B. — Bring Your Own Body Bag
Alcohol, Drugs & the Law
- Is anyone 'in the house’ 18 or 19?
- Come on and take a free ride: jail.
Alcoholism and the Family Unit
Addictive Qualities of Alcohol and Drugs
- I'm too smart to get hooked... Wanna bet?
- The deadly cycle.
Drug Use and Abuse
- Why do you think they call it dope, dummy?
They're Pumpin' Negative Vibes
- Societal pressures: What you see ain't what you get
- Rock 'n' Roll Heaven: Dead teen idols don't do gigs
- Peer influence: Are you going to listen to them?
How To Say "No" and Still Be Cool
First High School Party
- Let's get drunk and puke on everybody
You are a Role Model
How to be really cool
You are the Best
- You deserve better.
response letters
Shout Out
Press Coverage
In the Media
testimonials
Trusted by All
Rhonda Doxator
C.A.R.A. Program
"He shared positive points that the youth can take and use in their own personal lives. (T)hey were hearing his positive messages."
Oneida Reserve
Janet Read
Teacher
"The student body really enjoyed the presentation. Your message is very clear, and at the level our students understand."
St. Thomas Aquinas
Dan Mireanu
OSAID President
"The crowd was mesmerized...you have an excellent way of making kids listen."
Bayview Secondary
Barb Forbes
Goldrich, ON
"Garry delivers his reality in an impactful and effective manner. Our residents are captivated by his message. I recommend Garry as an excellent speaker."
Bluewater Youth Centre
Sara Sanchez
Stratford, ON
"The speaker stresses that young people have to make their own decisions and not just do what their peers are doing"
Public Health Department
Mike Volsey
Vice-Principal
"Overall, we found that the tone of your presentation was well suited for your audience, as humorous anecdotes were always followed by a serious dose of reality. "
St. Patrick's High School
Y. Adams
Excerpts
"Awesome...really good...cool...speaking from his experience"
Langley Secondary School
McNab Student Council & Ms. D. Brown
"Your presentation was fantastic and thoroughly enjoyed by all."
Sir Allan McNab SS
A. Van Guver
Student Council
"Whyte offered powerful information to the audience"
Sarnia Collegiate Institute & Technical Schoolcontact
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