Summarizes the effects of sedatives on driving behaviour and the implications for youth. The report indicates that young drivers are at high risk of crash involvement and that sedatives can cause delayed reaction time and drowsiness while driving…
Outlines potential risks from alcohol and cannabis use during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how alcohol and cannabis use can affect the immune system and how measures such as physical distancing can increase alcohol and cannabis use.
Examines key issues and policy implications of substance abuse in Canada in 2005. The study compiles suggestions from experts and policy makers in the substance use disorder field, and comes in the wake of the renewal of Canada’s Drug Strategy.…
Visually presents substance use trends and describes whether expected substance use aligned with actual substance contents. Data were collected from harm reduction sites in seven regions across Canada that participated in the Community Urinalysis…
Illustrates data on substance use treatment in the Northwest Territories in 2017–2018. Data includes the number of people in treatment for substance use, what substances people are receiving treatment for, the median age and the proportion of…
Presents stimulant use trends and describes whether expected substance use aligned with actual substance contents. Data were collected from harm reduction sites in seven regions across Canada that participated in the Community Urinalysis and Self…
Reviews research about edible cannabis products, cannabis extracts and cannabis topicals. Findings of the report include the health and safety risks these types of cannabis products have that are different from the risks associated with dried…
Summarizes a journal article to which CCSA contributed that highlights the social and economic costs associated with driving under the influence of cannabis. Data indicates that collisions resulting in fatalities, injuries and property damage…
Highlights recommendations and initiatives to address high-risk drinking and harms related to alcohol on campuses.
Illustrates data on substance use treatment in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2017–2018.
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