Small Cities 2026 Webinars

We’re hosting a new series of webinars focused on answering questions about improving substance use health at the community level. Small cities often have fewer resources to address substance use issues than larger centres, yet there are many innovative ways to approach and adapt solutions to their unique needs. Learn more about how these programs can help your city.

These webinars are perfect for municipal and community leaders interested in addressing substance use challenges in their regions, as well as policy and program planners interested in the topic.
 

National Wastewater Drug Surveillance (NWDS) Initiative: Helping Canadian cities respond to the drug crisis

Featuring:  Samantha Lancione, Senior Analyst, Health Canada
English: Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 1–2 p.m. ET
French: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12–1 p.m. ET
 

Learn how this initiative is helping communities better understand their local drug supply and provide insights into emerging drug trends. NWDS is enhancing how Canada detects and understands the illegal drug market by analyzing wastewater for over 600 substances. This session will also highlight opportunities for municipal participation and the benefits of taking part in this national initiative.

 

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Understanding Drug Checking Data and its Application to Local Solutions

Drug checking involves the systematic analysis of unregulated drug samples to identify their chemical contents, including contaminants such as fentanyl, benzodiazepines, and other substances increasingly present in the unregulated drug supply. Learn all about our drug checking resources, part of our evidence-informed suite of substance use surveillance tools. 

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Introduction to Brain Story Training — Science to Strengthen Communities

Explore how early experiences shape brain architecture and influence outcomes such as mental health, substance use, and resilience across the lifespan. This webinar highlights the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative’s Brain Story training — a free, self-paced online learning program that translates decades of neuroscience into practical knowledge about brain development, stress, resilience, and lifelong health. 

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Leveraging National Surveillance Networks for Local Action and Collective Impact

Learn about the Canadian Community Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (CCENDU), a nationwide substance use surveillance network. CCENDU’s surveillance, alerts, and trend reports can support local planning, emergency overdose response, and community safety efforts. Discover how real-time insights on the unregulated drug supply can bolster your community’s ability to respond proactively to substance related harms and better inform people who use drugs what’s in the current drug supply
 

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