Snapshot
Working to End Stigma
CCSA is hosting a series of stigma workshops in cities across Canada. These workshops involve working with local community leaders and those with lived or living experience to define, discuss and end stigma in their community of influence. The workshops will continue throughout 2019.
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CCSA Spotlight
Talking Pot with Youth: A Cannabis Communication Guide for Youth Allies
Provides introductory information and a set of exercises to engage youth in meaningful discussions and conversations about cannabis. This guide takes a harm reduction approach to talking with youth about cannabis. Its purpose is to help those who work with young people to have the right kind of con…
Event
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Issues of Substance Conference
CCSA’s Issues of Substance is the flagship event of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) that addresses issues related to substance use and addiction that affect the health and safety of Canadians. Contact CCSA Questions or comments about this event? Contact u…
Publication
Edible Cannabis, Cannabis Extracts and Cannabis Topicals: A Primer on the New Cannabis Products
Provides an overview of edible cannabis products, cannabis extracts and topical cannabis products. Outlines the differences among these products, including their use and effects.
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Addiction News Daily
June 24, 2019
| Saskatoon StarPhoenix
It's safe to administer CPR to fentanyl overdose victim, say experts
June 22, 2019
| CBC News
Canadians can soon get quick, free pot pardons — but pros expect modest uptake
June 21, 2019
| Government of Alberta