Toxic Drugs in Algoma: Community Assessment and Next Steps

Report
by
Algoma Public Health

Release Date

2024

Geography

Canada

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

Yes

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

No

Findings/Key points

The purpose of this report is to provide a general understanding of the toxic drug crisis, how it is being experienced in Algoma, and what we can do as a community to respond. It is critical to ensure that local response efforts are evidence-informed, well-coordinated, integrated, and adapted to meet evolving needs. We hope that readers will gain a deeper understanding of the situation and how they (as an individual or community-based agency) can influence positive change.

Keywords

Barriers and enablers
Equity
Illegal drugs
Harm reduction
Overdose
Peer/PWLLE program involvement
Safer supply
Stigma
Substitution/OAT
Treatment/recovery
Wrap-around services