CAPSA

06/21/2026

Today on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate and honour the cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada. May we take time to listen, learn, and recognize the strength, resilience, and leadership of Indigenous communities today and every day.

06/18/2026

Mark your calendars!📅
CAPSA is excited to launch the 2nd annual National Substance Use Health Week of Action!
This year's theme, "Inspiring Innovation Through Integration – Connecting Communities to Care," highlights the power of collaboration in strengthening substance use health systems and improving access to care across Canada.
This week will feature messages from CAPSA and partners nationwide, inviting everyone to join the conversation on Substance Use Health and improving access to compassionate, evidence-based care for all. We will cap off the week in Ottawa with our annual Working on Wellness Festival (WOW Festival).
To learn more and access our communications toolkit scan the QR code below!

06/17/2026

Calling all students! This is your chance to showcase your research at WOW Festival 2026. Share your work, build knowledge translation skills, and connect with professionals across health and community sectors. Abstracts due August 4, 2026.

06/11/2026

"Through my involvement on CAPSA’s Board, I contribute to healthcare becoming more human and inclusive, improving outcomes for communities nationally and internationally."-Shipra Chauhan

06/09/2026

Are you interested in eliminating the stigma associated with substance use and
substance use disorder and contributing to the Substance Use Health of people in
Canada?
CAPSA is currently seeking applicants to fill multiple vacancies on its governance board
of directors. Whether you are an ally or a person with lived or living experience with
substance use disorder, we are interested in connecting with you.

Are you interested in eliminating the stigma associated with substance use and substance use disorder and contributing to the Substance Use Health of peopl

06/08/2026

« Grâce à mon engagement au sein du conseil d’administration de CAPSA, je contribue à rendre les soins de santé plus humains et inclusifs, améliorant ainsi les résultats pour les communautés à l’échelle nationale et internationale. »-Shipra Chauhan

06/04/2026

Appel à participation à un groupe de discussion pour les prestataires de services travaillant auprès des jeunes dans le domaine de la santé mentale et/ou de la santé liée à l'usage de substances !
(Disponible en anglais et en français)

Pour plus d'informations, veuillez contacter [email protected]

06/04/2026

"Fostering inclusive, equitable practices in substance use health, where culture and belonging are central, is a key reason for my involvement with CAPSA."-Beth Robertson

06/03/2026

Focus Group Opportunity for Service Providers Working With Young People in Mental Health and/or Substance Use Health!
(English and French options available)

For more information, contact [email protected]

06/02/2026

We know that men don't like to talk about IT but that doesn't mean they don't need to. For Men's Mental Health Month, let's all create space for men to talk about their mental health, seek support and support one another.