ISSUE

Global armed conflict can affect population health, health equity, and health systems in Canada and Windsor-Essex. Recent military conflict in the Middle East has resulted in civilian harm, disrupted global energy markets and environmental damage. These impacts can be felt locally through higher living costs, food insecurity, increased stress, and added pressure on health and social services. 

PREPARED BY: Administration

DATE: June 25, 2026

BACKGROUND

There was a meeting of the Board Finance and Audit Committee with KPMG on June 16, 2026. The following reports were reviewed by the Committee:

Position Statement – Harm Reduction, A Key Component of a Comprehensive Substance Use Approach

Position of Community Drug Strategy for the City of Greater Sudbury

May 1, 2026

Greetings,

Re: Community Drug Strategy for the City of Greater Sudbury Position Statement – Harm Reduction, A Key Component of a Comprehensive Substance Use Approach

Today the Community Drug Strategy for the City of Greater Sudbury is pleased to share with you our Position Statement – Harm Reduction, A Key Component of a Comprehensive Substance Use Approach.

15 May 2026

Via Email

Senator Rosemary Moodie
Chair, Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science, and Technology

Dear Senator Moodie:

In Support of Alcohol Labelling Policy (Bill S-202)