Introducing

Summer Webinar Series

Join us this summer! We’re hosting a series of webinars focused on answering questions about improving substance use health at the community level. Small cities often have fewer resources to address substance use issues than larger centres, yet there are many innovative ways to approach and adapt solutions to their unique needs.

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New: The Drug Crisis

The drug crisis is one of Canada’s most pressing issues and is impacting communities from coast to coast to coast. Ever wonder how it became a crisis, or what can be done about it? Join us for a two-part webinar to explore and learn, featuring Dr. Alexander Caudarella, CEO of CCSA.

August 26: Part 1 — How Did We Get Here?

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September 9: Part 2 — Where Do We Go Now?

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Collaborating Effectively with Government

Thursday, August 21, 2025, 1–2 p.m. ET

Substance use is a complex issue that requires a multi-faceted response. Municipal leaders often need to work with other levels of government to achieve the changes they want to see in their communities. Learn how smaller municipalities are collaborating with other levels of government to address the substance use challenges their communities are facing.

This session will help municipal and community leaders, policy makers and researchers, public health units and program planners. It would be of interest to government agencies and funding organizations as well. 

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Community Policing and Health Partnerships

Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1–2 p.m. ET

Multisectoral collaboration between policing, healthcare and social services is critical to improving justice and health outcomes within communities, including substance use health. Learn how smaller municipalities are enhancing community safety and well-being through policing–healthcare partnerships.

Anyone involved in policing, healthcare or community services would benefit from this session. 

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Recordings Coming Soon!

Small Cities Initiative and Municipal Leaders Table

Thursday, June 26, 2025, 12:30-1:30 pm ET

Small communities are facing big issues when it comes to substance use. Learn how we are working with municipal leaders to create a pan-Canadian menu of options to guide responses to substance use crises in small- to mid-size municipalities. Discover available options and innovative ways smaller municipalities are responding to the substance use challenges affecting them most.

Perfect for municipal and community leaders interested in addressing substance use challenges in their regions, as well as policy and program planners interested in the topic.

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How Data Can Help Municipalities

Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 1–2 p.m. ET

The most effective solutions are driven by data. Learn how smaller municipalities can use different types and sources of data to identify the substance use issues most impacting their community and the best way to address them.

Ideal for anyone who wants to advocate for or implement interventions in their communities, such as municipal and community leaders, policy makers and researchers, public health units and program planners.

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Browse the CCSA Network of Websites

CCSA's Issues of Substance Conference

This biannual, national conference brings together people from across the country, including addiction workers, healthcare professionals, researchers, policy makers, and people with lived and living experience
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Canadian Substance Use Costs and Harms

This project provides comparable and up-to-date data on the costs and harms of substance use in Canada and allows people to explore and analyze the data through its data visualization tool.
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Workforce Competencies

CCSA developed measurable technical and behaviour competencies in knowledge, skills and values for the substance use workforce, providing consistent care across the wide range of settings.
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Drink Less Live More

Canada has new guidance on alcohol and your health. CCSA wants you to be able to make the most informed decisions you can about drinking alcohol.
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Lower Risk Gambling Guidelines

Learn about the world’s first Lower-Risk Gambling Guidelines to help people in Canada make informed decisions about their gambling and lessen their risk of gambling-related harms. Use the Interactive Risk Assessment Tool to assess your personal gambling choices.
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The Highway Home

This interactive website takes an experiential approach to increasing youth’s and young drivers’ awareness of the risks and harms of drug-impaired driving, using real-life scenarios involving cannabis use and driving.
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