A review of the published literature to identify the key features of rapid access models designed to improve access to and engagement with substance use treatment services, as well as the extent to which these models achieved their goals.
Matthew Young has been working in the field of substance use and addiction for over 20 years and leads CCSA’s substance use epidemiology research activities, which includes co-chairing the scientific committee tasked with estimating the economic…
Justine Renard finds the most exciting part of her career is the chance to contribute to improving the mental health of those suffering from addiction and other brain disorders. She joined CCSA in September 2019.
As a research scientist in epidemiology and health economics, with a focus on alcohol and other substances, I found your article comparing alcohol non-users to free-riders to be light on fact and heavy on opining for a bygone, Mad Men–like era,…
Ottawa, November 25, 2019
Fact: Substance use disorder is a health condition, not a choice or a moral failing.
Ottawa, November 20, 2020 — Changes in attitude, behaviour and culture are a result of continuous efforts and actions taken by all individuals.
Alcohol and tobacco together cause the most harm—by a large margin
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) is committed to treating people with disabilities in a manner that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence.
Ottawa, April 8, 2024 — The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) proudly welcomes Scott Elliott to its Board of the Directors, following a Governor in Council appointment by the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister…
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