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. The guide explains how using person-first language…
Synthesizes the results of CCSA’s meeting in collaboration with Health Canada, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction, the Public Health Agency of Canada, and diverse partners to…
Report at a glance examining perceptions of relationships with healthcare providers in a virtual environment from people in Canada who used virtual services and supports for substance use, substance use disorders and concurrent disorders and…
Summarizes findings from two published journal articles we co-authored on growing cannabis at home before and after legalization. It also identifies areas for further research.
Provides resources to promote National Addiction Awareness Week 2018.
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…
Ottawa, October 16, 2018 — Even though close to 6 in 10 Canadians report they have tried it, the majority of Canadians have no interest in consuming cannabis-based products once they become legal in 24 hours, according to a…
Goodman, S., Leos-Toro, C., & Hammond, D.
Thompson, K., Watt, M., Goldstein, A., Asbridge, M., DeWolf, D., Cooper, S., Macdonald-Spracklin, R., & Frank, D.
Offers resources and information for students related to substance use, specifically stigma, alcohol and cannabis.
Petra Schulz is a co-founder of Moms Stop the Harm, a national organization that advocates for evidence-based drug policy.
