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Safe Supply: Concept Document
Report
This report is a general outline of the "safe supply" concept, of what safe supply is, and the role of safe supply in drug policy. The purpose of thi…
Source : Canadian Association of People who Use Drugs (CAPUD)Format: PDF
Published: 2019
Topics: Harm reduction, Safe supply
Community-Driven Harm Reduction Programs in Canada
Webinar
This webinar highlights novel, low-barrier approaches to harm reduction programs, how these programs are being delivered, and the lessons that have b…
Source : CATIEFormat: Audiovisual
Published: 2020
Topics: Harm reduction, Other approaches
The Harm Reduction Model of Drug Addiction Treatment
Video
From supervised injection sites to methadone clinics, Mark has been an early adopter and leader of various harm reduction efforts in Vancouver, BC. T…
Source : TEDFormat: Audiovisual
Published: 2018
Topics: Harm reduction, Background information on harm reduction
An Evidence Brief: Needle and Syringe Exchange Programs
Academic article
The purpose of this evidence-based implementation framework is to assist leaders, service providers, and policymakers to fully and effectively implem…
Source : Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research (CISUR)Format: PDF
Published: 2019
Topics: Harm reduction, Harm reduction supplies
Connecting: A Guide to Using Harm Reduction Supplies as Engagement Tools
Guide
Harm reduction supplies are an important tool to build relationships and support interactions between clients and staff. Connecting: A Guide to Using…
Source : Ontario Harm Reduction Network (OHRN)Format: PDF
Published: 2020
Topics: Harm reduction, Harm reduction supplies
Supervised Consumption Services for Acute Care Hospital Patients
Academic article
Access to supervised consumption services is recommended across the treatment continuum for people with opioid use disorder. The hospital environment…
Source : Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ)Format: PDF
Published: 2020
Topics: Harm reduction, Safe consumption sites
Supervised Consumption Services: The Basics
Academic article
Supervised consumption services (SCS) are an important health service designed to improve the health of people who use drugs. SCS are a core componen…
Source : WHY SCSFormat: PDF
Published: 2021
Topics: Harm reduction, Safe consumption sites
Myths & Facts About Supervised Consumption Services
Fact sheet/infographic
Research shows that SCS can also help improve safety in the surrounding community, that they have no negative impacts on crime, and that they can hel…
Source : WHY SCSFormat: PDF
Published: 2021
Topics: Harm reduction, Safe consumption sites
Rapid Access Models for Substance Use Services: A Rapid Review
Report
There has been a proliferation of new models to facilitate access to substance use services and supports in several jurisdictions across Canada. Exam…
Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)Format: PDF
Published: 2020
Topics: Equity centered approaches, Treatment and harm reduction
Best Practices Across the Continuum of Care for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
Report
This report, developed to inform Health Canada's Federal, Provincial and Territorial Treatment Task Group, outlines the standard of service that shou…
Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)Format: PDF
Published: 2018
Topics: Equity centered approaches, Best practices and guidelines