Canada’s opioid crisis
Learn about opioids and the health risks.
End stigma
People who are stigmatised often feel ashamed, alone and judged.
Get the facts about opioids and how they can lead to overdose and death if used improperly.
Audio series: In Plain Sight
Listen to In Plain Sight, an audio series that explores the personal stories of people affected by the opioid crisis.
Stigma around substance use
You can help end the stigma that surrounds people who use drugs. Your words matter.
How the Government of Canada is responding to the opioid crisis
We are working with provinces, territories and other partners to take a collaborative approach to the crisis.
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Opioids and the opioid crisis – Get the facts
What is the opioid crisis? Quick stats on the opioid crisis. What are opioids exactly? How to respond to an overdose.
The dangers of fentanyl
Fentanyl is a very potent opioid pain reliever and can be dangerous. Know the signs of a fentanyl or opioid overdose.
Get help with problematic substance use
Are you or someone you care about struggling with problematic substance use? Help is available.
Opioids – What are they?
Opioids relieve pain. Used properly they can often help. But problematic use can cause dependence, overdose and death.
Naloxone - Save a life
Signs of an opoid overdose. How to use naloxone. Where to get naloxone.
Discover the Know More tour
Experience the online activities, order posters and awareness kits and find out about the tour.
Government actions
- Government of Canada supports efforts to better understand how substance use affects Indigenous communities
- Government of Canada invests in new measures to address the opioid crisis and emerging drug threats
- Government of Canada supports opioid overdose response training in B.C. and Yukon
- Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Special Advisory Committee on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses on Updated Data Related to the Opioid Crisis
- Government of Canada approves new treatment options for opioid use disorder and supports research, treatment and harm reduction projects in Ontario
- Government of Canada changes regulations to help prevent illegal production and trafficking of controlled substances
- Government of Canada takes further steps to address the opioid crisis in British Columbia
- Health Minister highlights research and innovation projects that help address the opioid crisis
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