Stigma Primer for Journalists
A helpful writing tool designed for journalists and news editors, making it easier to produce accurate, non-stigmatizing stories about people with substance use disorders or have used substances.
Forging Connections, Igniting Change – CCSA 2023-2024 Annual Report
Outlines CCSA’s activities in fiscal year 2023–2024 and provides the auditor’s report.
Impaired Driving in Canada
Presents an overview of Canada’s impaired driving laws and data on the extent of both alcohol- and drug-impaired driving in Canada.
Administrative Sanctions for Alcohol and Drug Use by Drivers
Provides an overview of administrative sanctions for alcohol and drug use by drivers.
Alcohol Deficit in Canada: 6 Things You Need to Know
Defines the alcohol deficit as the difference between what the government earns in tax revenue from the sale of alcohol and how much it spends on harms related to alcohol.
Resources for Reducing Substance Use Harms
Offers resources and information for students related to substance use, specifically stigma, alcohol and cannabis.
Summit on Family Medicine’s Role in Improving Health Outcomes for People Who Use Substances: Meeting Report
Summarizes the Summit on Family Medicine’s Role in Improving Health Outcomes for People Who Use Substances event co-hosted by CCSA and the University of Toronto Department of Family and Community M
Gambling Availability and Advertising in Canada: A Call to Action
Outlines the policy changes in Canada that led to the increase in gambling availability and advertising, and analyses why these changes are likely to increase gambling participation and gambling-re