Explains what drug checking is, what it does and how it helps people. Also addresses how drug checking benefits communities and explores public concerns about it.
Cannabis, Mental Health and Substance Use Health: Research Knowledge Exchange Event March 1, 6 and 7, 2023, Summary Report
Illustrates data on substance use treatment in the Northwest Territories in 2016–2017. 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…
The annual conference of the Canadian Society of Addiction Medicine (CSAM) and the International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) brings together more than 700 leaders, researchers, and clinicians in addiction medicine to share, collaborate,…
Illustrates data on substance use treatment in Nova Scotia 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 males and females…
Overview of facts, tips and resources to help Canadians cope with stress, anxiety and substance use during COVID-19. Topics covered include the signs and symptoms of anxiety or stress, and coping mechanisms like square breathing.
This publication has been archived on the CCSA website and was current when it was published. It is available for reference or research purposes.
Illustrates data on substance use treatment in New Brunswick 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 males and…
Explains what involuntary treatment is and examines its effectiveness by focusing on the evidence, legislation and diverse perspectives about it.
Highlights how drinking alcohol increases the risk of dying before the age of 75 (also known as premature death). With simple visuals, shows how many people out of 1,000 could die early based on the number of standard drinks they consume each…
The City of Edmonton's Traffic Safety section is proud to host T2019, the 22nd International Council on Alcohol, Drugs and Traffic Safety (ICADTS) Conference.
Doug Beirness’ career achievements derive from an interest in how alcohol and drugs affect people, especially their driving skills. He is CCSA’s leading expert on impaired driving.
