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CCSA’s Issues of Substance, a biennial conference, will have 500+ delegates in attendance when it take place this November in Ottawa. Those attending will be addictions workers, healthcare professionals, researchers, knowledge brokers, policy and decision makers, and people with direct or indirect, lived or living experience.
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…
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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…
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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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