Beyond Boredom QuickNote #2: Boom Times in Hinton, Alberta–The Benefits and Challenges of a Changing Economy

Report on relationship between alcohol and drug issues and economic and social structure, and implications of non-union employment on community health

Note on the five main features identified as risk factors for substance abuse in Hinton; divergent sectors, high income, shift work, transience, union

Note on solutions offered by research participants for substance abuse problems; education, early intervention, supportive workplaces, detox centres.