Ontario Drug Policy Research Network
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The Ontario Drug Policy Research Network provides timely, high quality drug policy research impacting societal outcomes & improving healthcare systems
Today, on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the ODPRN recognizes and celebrates the incredible contributions of women on our team and across the research and scientific community. 👩🔬
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#WomenInScience #IDWGS #HealthResearch #EvidenceInformed #ODPRN
February 11, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Today, on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the ODPRN recognizes and celebrates the incredible contributions of women on our team and across the research and scientific community. 👩🔬
www.womeninscienceday.org
#WomenInScience #IDWGS #HealthResearch #EvidenceInformed #ODPRN
www.womeninscienceday.org
#WomenInScience #IDWGS #HealthResearch #EvidenceInformed #ODPRN
New ODPRN study finds Ontario’s biosimilar policy achieved high biosimilar uptake and substantial cost savings, with most savings attributed to non-insulin biosimilars.
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
January 28, 2026 at 3:53 PM
New ODPRN study finds Ontario’s biosimilar policy achieved high biosimilar uptake and substantial cost savings, with most savings attributed to non-insulin biosimilars.
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
NEW ODPRN study found that across Canada, there was significant growth in fentanyl-containing drug seizures with multiple substances detected – most notably benzodiazepines, xylazine and potent fentanyl analogues within a single sample.
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Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
January 14, 2026 at 6:53 PM
NEW ODPRN study found that across Canada, there was significant growth in fentanyl-containing drug seizures with multiple substances detected – most notably benzodiazepines, xylazine and potent fentanyl analogues within a single sample.
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
NEW ODPRN study shows the increasing role of the potent, unregulated drug supply in opioid toxicities across Canada and explores how prescription opioid–related harms vary by population group, location, and opioid use.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:09 PM
NEW ODPRN study shows the increasing role of the potent, unregulated drug supply in opioid toxicities across Canada and explores how prescription opioid–related harms vary by population group, location, and opioid use.
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December data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 232 suspect drug-related deaths reported in December 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 232 suspect drug-related deaths reported in December 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
January 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM
December data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 232 suspect drug-related deaths reported in December 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 232 suspect drug-related deaths reported in December 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
As we close out the year, we’re sharing our latest quarterly newsletter—a year in review of ODPRN’s work and the collaborations that made it possible. Thank you to our community for your continued engagement and commitment to evidence-informed policy and practice.
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December 23, 2025 at 7:45 PM
As we close out the year, we’re sharing our latest quarterly newsletter—a year in review of ODPRN’s work and the collaborations that made it possible. Thank you to our community for your continued engagement and commitment to evidence-informed policy and practice.
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November data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 202 suspect drug-related deaths reported in November 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 202 suspect drug-related deaths reported in November 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
December 15, 2025 at 2:44 PM
November data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 202 suspect drug-related deaths reported in November 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 202 suspect drug-related deaths reported in November 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
New ODPRN study found that postpartum domperidone use is unlikely to be directly linked with new-onset psychosis and other severe mental illness.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:48 PM
New ODPRN study found that postpartum domperidone use is unlikely to be directly linked with new-onset psychosis and other severe mental illness.
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Upcoming Town Hall: The evolving role of Sublocade as a treatment option for opioid use disorder (OUD)
People can share their experiences, voice concerns, and ask questions about the growing use of Sublocade as a treatment option for OUD.
Register at
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People can share their experiences, voice concerns, and ask questions about the growing use of Sublocade as a treatment option for OUD.
Register at
ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
December 9, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Upcoming Town Hall: The evolving role of Sublocade as a treatment option for opioid use disorder (OUD)
People can share their experiences, voice concerns, and ask questions about the growing use of Sublocade as a treatment option for OUD.
Register at
ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
People can share their experiences, voice concerns, and ask questions about the growing use of Sublocade as a treatment option for OUD.
Register at
ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The @ossupor.bsky.social is hosting a new series: “OSSU World Café Conversations” dedicated to those interested in patient engagement in research. The series will consist of 3 conversation events and is open to patients, the public, researchers and other interested groups.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The @ossupor.bsky.social is hosting a new series: “OSSU World Café Conversations” dedicated to those interested in patient engagement in research. The series will consist of 3 conversation events and is open to patients, the public, researchers and other interested groups.
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Recent study shows that 60% of patients who began take-home methadone during the first month of COVID-19 returned to daily supervised dosing within six months, highlighting the need to better understand how prescriber and clinic factors influence take-home decisions.
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#NAAW
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#NAAW
November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Recent study shows that 60% of patients who began take-home methadone during the first month of COVID-19 returned to daily supervised dosing within six months, highlighting the need to better understand how prescriber and clinic factors influence take-home decisions.
odprn.ca/research/pub...
#NAAW
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#NAAW
A recent ODPRN study analyzing provincial harm reduction supply distribution revealed that public health units with the highest rates of opioid-related mortality also had among the highest distribution levels of harm reduction supplies.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
A recent ODPRN study analyzing provincial harm reduction supply distribution revealed that public health units with the highest rates of opioid-related mortality also had among the highest distribution levels of harm reduction supplies.
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The EMS opioid response dashboard has been updated on the Ontario Opioid Indicator Tool with new Q2 2025 data.
Overall, the rate of suspected opioid toxicities treated by EMS in Ontario increased in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, although trends differed across regions.
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Overall, the rate of suspected opioid toxicities treated by EMS in Ontario increased in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, although trends differed across regions.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:54 PM
The EMS opioid response dashboard has been updated on the Ontario Opioid Indicator Tool with new Q2 2025 data.
Overall, the rate of suspected opioid toxicities treated by EMS in Ontario increased in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, although trends differed across regions.
odprn.ca/ontario-opio...
Overall, the rate of suspected opioid toxicities treated by EMS in Ontario increased in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, although trends differed across regions.
odprn.ca/ontario-opio...
New research highlights: Starting OAT after a hospital-treated opioid toxicity significantly lowers the risk of a repeat overdose.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:34 PM
New research highlights: Starting OAT after a hospital-treated opioid toxicity significantly lowers the risk of a repeat overdose.
odprn.ca/research/pub...
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October data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 206 suspect drug-related deaths reported in October 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 206 suspect drug-related deaths reported in October 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
November 17, 2025 at 3:47 PM
October data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
🚨There were 206 suspect drug-related deaths reported in October 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
🚨There were 206 suspect drug-related deaths reported in October 2025 in Ontario.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
At the ODPRN, we’re committed to generating research that informs clinical and policy decisions to support the wellness of people who use drugs. During #NAAW, we recognize the importance of lived experience in shaping compassionate, effective responses.
#OUD #AddictionsAwareness #NAAW2025
#OUD #AddictionsAwareness #NAAW2025
November 17, 2025 at 3:28 PM
At the ODPRN, we’re committed to generating research that informs clinical and policy decisions to support the wellness of people who use drugs. During #NAAW, we recognize the importance of lived experience in shaping compassionate, effective responses.
#OUD #AddictionsAwareness #NAAW2025
#OUD #AddictionsAwareness #NAAW2025
NEW ODPRN study shows high variability in harm reduction supply distribution and opioid-related mortality across Public Health Units (PHUs) in Ontario.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:14 PM
NEW ODPRN study shows high variability in harm reduction supply distribution and opioid-related mortality across Public Health Units (PHUs) in Ontario.
odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social @unityhealthto.bsky.social
odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social @unityhealthto.bsky.social
NEW ODPRN study found that nearly 60% of patients who began take-home methadone treatment during the first month of COVID-19 switched back to daily supervised dosing within 6 months.
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social @unityhealthto.bsky.social
#methadone #OAT
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
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#methadone #OAT
November 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
NEW ODPRN study found that nearly 60% of patients who began take-home methadone treatment during the first month of COVID-19 switched back to daily supervised dosing within 6 months.
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social @unityhealthto.bsky.social
#methadone #OAT
Learn more at odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social @unityhealthto.bsky.social
#methadone #OAT
New 2025 Q2 data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
Note that the decrease in Q1&Q2 2025 reflects the continuation of a trend that began in Q3 2024.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
Note that the decrease in Q1&Q2 2025 reflects the continuation of a trend that began in Q3 2024.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
November 5, 2025 at 5:27 PM
New 2025 Q2 data on #opioid-related deaths in #Ontario from the OCC is now available.
Note that the decrease in Q1&Q2 2025 reflects the continuation of a trend that began in Q3 2024.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
Note that the decrease in Q1&Q2 2025 reflects the continuation of a trend that began in Q3 2024.
Data available for download at odprn.ca/occ-opioid-a...
NEW ODPRN Town Hall report on pharmacists providing Minor Ailments Services in Ontario
Read the report + listen to the audio clips from 6 of the individuals who shared live during the Town Hall.
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#minorailments #pharmacistprescribing #pharmacy
Read the report + listen to the audio clips from 6 of the individuals who shared live during the Town Hall.
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#minorailments #pharmacistprescribing #pharmacy
October 30, 2025 at 5:01 PM
NEW ODPRN Town Hall report on pharmacists providing Minor Ailments Services in Ontario
Read the report + listen to the audio clips from 6 of the individuals who shared live during the Town Hall.
odprn.ca/town-halls/m...
#minorailments #pharmacistprescribing #pharmacy
Read the report + listen to the audio clips from 6 of the individuals who shared live during the Town Hall.
odprn.ca/town-halls/m...
#minorailments #pharmacistprescribing #pharmacy
‼️ APPLICATIONS CLOSE TONIGHT ‼️
Don't forget to submit your application to the FREE ODPRN student training program!
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Don't forget to submit your application to the FREE ODPRN student training program!
Apply at odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
October 28, 2025 at 2:23 PM
‼️ APPLICATIONS CLOSE TONIGHT ‼️
Don't forget to submit your application to the FREE ODPRN student training program!
Apply at odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
Don't forget to submit your application to the FREE ODPRN student training program!
Apply at odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
New study examined trends in prescription opioid dispensing for pain across Canada and found declines that aligned with national efforts to promote more appropriate opioid use for pain management.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:54 PM
New study examined trends in prescription opioid dispensing for pain across Canada and found declines that aligned with national efforts to promote more appropriate opioid use for pain management.
odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social
@inesss.qc.ca
@unityhealthto.bsky.social
odprn.ca/research/pub...
@icesontario.bsky.social
@inesss.qc.ca
@unityhealthto.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 6:49 PM
⌛ Less than 2 weeks left to apply to the ODPRN Student Training Program!
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with leaders in the field of drug policy research and earn a certificate through the ODPRN.
There is no cost to participate in this program!
odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with leaders in the field of drug policy research and earn a certificate through the ODPRN.
There is no cost to participate in this program!
odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
October 17, 2025 at 3:56 PM
⌛ Less than 2 weeks left to apply to the ODPRN Student Training Program!
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with leaders in the field of drug policy research and earn a certificate through the ODPRN.
There is no cost to participate in this program!
odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network with leaders in the field of drug policy research and earn a certificate through the ODPRN.
There is no cost to participate in this program!
odprn.ca/about-us/stu...
October 16, 2025 at 4:49 PM