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02
Sep
Ending the toxic drug crisis means addressing racism and colonialism
Read moreAuthors: Cheyenne Johnson (Tootinaowaziibeeng First Nation, pictured right) is Executive Director of the BC Centre on Substance Use and Dr. Nel Wieman (Little Grand Rapids
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28
Aug
Courageous Conversations
Read moreLed by and for Indigenous Peoples, Courageous Conversations builds strength-based community support during a time of unprecedented challenges. Courageous Conversations, hosted by Corrina Chase, is
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13
Aug
Alcohol Harm Reduction
Read morePhoto: Brittany Graham (middle right) and members of the Eastside Illicit Drinkers Group for Education, Rob M. (left) Ron K. (middle left) and Loretta B.
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16
Jul
Mentorship in Medicine
Read moreMore than six million Canadians will develop a substance use disorder in their lifetime, yet substance use typically features briefly in medical and nursing school
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14
Jul
Researchers launch study into COVID-19 vaccine uptake and efficacy in vulnerable urban populations
Read moreFor many people experiencing homelessness and poverty, the impacts of COVID-19 have amplified the health and social harms they face every day. This is especially
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24
Jun
Seeing Beyond the Behaviour
Read moreFor Meaghan Thumath, looking beyond someone’s substance use and understanding the root cause is key in providing care for people experiencing addiction. “I really grew

