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Juno Award winner Mitch Dorge, former drummer of Grammy-nominated Crash Test Dummies, is bringing his In Your Face and Interactive presentation to John Paul II Collegiate in North Battleford Wednesday, April 30 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The presentation is tailored to the needs of the participating schools. Topics covered include drug and alcohol awareness, peer pressure, driving safety, bullying and goal setting.

The presentation at John Paul II Collegiate is one stop on a tour of the area this week that will include Glaslyn Central School Tuesday, McLurg High School in Wilkie Wednesday from 9 to 11 a.m. and Maymont Central School Thursday from 9:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Dorge's tour is in response to youth living in the information age being bombarded with more information and controversy than ever before; young Canadians are forced to make important social and educational decisions every day, too often without the support of positive and credible mentors. Dorge is out to shed some light on the power of positive thinking and self-awareness in an innovative and interactive campaign to engage Canadian youth, presented in partnership with The Co-operators.

Dorge, who has partnered with The Co-operators since 2007, takes his unique, thought- provoking presentation about responsible decision making to high schools across the country. He sought out the insurance co-operative for its emphasis on youth empowerment.

"It was a natural fit," Dorge says of his partnership with The Co-operators. "They were looking for innovative ways to engage young people and offer them alternative perspectives on important decisions. This was a great opportunity for us to work together."

Co-operators client support representative Sharon Manson says she understands the impact Dorge will have on students in local schools.

"As a rock star and a very charismatic individual, Mitch is just the type of person who can get through to teenagers and make a real difference in their lives," stated Manson "That's why I'm thrilled to help bring Mitch to North Battleford and surrounding area."