Outlines the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours to deliver evidence-based, compassionate, empathic care for people with substance use health concerns. Specifically intended for providers who do not specialize in substance use health (e.g., family physicians, nurse practitioners) but who can play a key role in initiating and facilitating access to care. 

The Publicly Available Specification (PAS) was developed according to the guidelines set out by the Standards Council of Canada. It is publicly available for viewing and downloading in Canada, online at no-fee for the identified life cycle in downloadable PDF format in both of Canada’s official languages.