Ottawa, January 17, 2023 — According to the new Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health, 3–6 standard drinks a week represents a moderate risk to your…
As an organization that conducts science and research, CCSA is dedicated to learning. As a learning organization, we are humbled by how much more we need to learn and understand from First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
A class of medications used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity could help treat substance use disorders. GLP-1s, made popular by brands like Ozempic and Wegovy, show real promise in helping people curb cravings for substances like alcohol and…
“Don’t wait to seek help: Virtual care to support Canadians is available now,” urge mental health and substance use organizations
Ottawa, February 28, 2018 — On behalf of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA), I commend the Government of Canada for its strategic investments to address substance use and addiction in the…
Ottawa, April 25, 2019 — People who use cannabis regularly — one or more times per week over a period of months or years — could be at greater risk of developing psychosis or schizophrenia, according to a new report by the…
The Chair of CCSA’s Board of Directors, Vaughan Dowie makes the announcement and looks back on her remarkable career.
December 14, 2021
Dear colleagues,
St-Jean, R., Stefaniak, A., Salmon, M. M., Tabri, N., Wood, R. T. A., & Wohl, M. J. A.
Ottawa, July 10, 2018 — The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) is pleased to announce the appointments of Julie Menten and Daniel Hogan to its Board of Directors. Ms. Menten and Mr. Hogan will serve as members-…
The toxic drug crisis is gripping every part of our country. While it seems very different from town to town, and from coast to coast to coast, one thing is consistent: We are ill-equipped to truly tackle the issue at the community level.
