Fundamental elements for this quadrant include:
Contributions to Indigenous Reconciliation
Organizations in Canada are working to advance reconciliation and implement the recommendations made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Making real progress requires ongoing investment, commitment and effort. We need to move beyond words and take brave steps. As individuals, employees and employers, we can take important actions to establish respectful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples and tour work is informed by First Nations, Inuit and Métis experience, under their leadership. (Note: Contributions to Indigenous Reconciliation overlaps into Culture of Respect, Equality and Compassion)
Responding to Current Community Needs (Real Need)
Community focus is a core tenet of accountability. High performing organizations use a deep understanding of community needs to drive decision making. We invest in projects based on the needs identified or requests received from key players and our audiences.
Diverse Voices and Viewpoints
Reaching deep across various perspectives is important to help us shape and support effective programs, projects, and initiatives. Forming and maintaining strategic partnerships and having the “right” people at the table avoids creating echo chambers of like-minded people.
Learn more about the other three Quadrants of Culture:
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Guidance, Tools and Resources
CCSA produces research-based publications, tools, and resources to support evidence-based decision-making on substance use health issues. Select your area of interest from the categories below to learn more:
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Substances
CCSA produces a variety of substance use- and addiction-related publications for researchers, policy makers and health service providers. We provide guidance to decision makers through harnessing the power of research, collecting and organizing knowledge, and bringing together diverse perspectives.
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Health and Public Safety
CCSA conducts research, develops tools and resources, and produces targeted materials to support evidence-based decisions and public policy. Review our key resources on health and public safety in relation to substance use health and addiction issues.
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People and Communities
CCSA is dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and communities, focusing on the impact of substance use across the lifespan, the perspectives of people with lived experience, and the roles of stigma, sex and gender, and educators in substance use health.
