The publications in this section feature CCSA experts speaking in the media on the impacts of COVID-19 on substance use. For ease of navigation the articles have been categorized into a series of topics. CCSA cannot vouch for the accuracy or currency of the information in these resources. Inclus…
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The information on COVID-19 and substance use in this section focuses on activities and procedures that people and service providers might consider once measures to contain the virus, such as physical distancing, are relaxed. Resources are classified according to their focus on Resuming Activities,…
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Information and resources on sex-, gender-and diversity-based analysis as it relates to the substance use and addiction field.
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Information and resources about opioids, including use, risks, harms and legal status.
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Contact information for the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.
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Stigma Videos Stigma impacts all aspects of treatment for people living with opioid use disorder. This animated video explores these impacts and how we can work together to move beyond stigma. To access English subtitles please click on the CC button on the bottom right of the video. …
Addiction and Mental Health Care: Resources to Support Collaboration is a compilation of successful collaborations between the addiction and mental health sectors in Canada, along with tools and resources to support such collaborations. As we address the need for more collaboration between menta…
Helping Young People Who Use Opioids Video Series CCSA in partnership with Alberta Health Services has created a series of videos that look to improve understanding on: A youth-centred approach for treatment; How to assess youth with opioid use disorder; Opioid agonist treatment (OAT) …
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) prides itself on being an independent, neutral, nonpartisan and trusted third-party expert on substance use and addiction. Our work is always firmly rooted in science and sound methodology, and driven by compassion. As an organization, our w…
The information on COVID-19 and substance use in this section comes from resource collections, academic publications, policies and guides from the federal, provincial and territorial governments as well as professional organizations. CCSA cannot vouch for the accuracy or currency of the informat…