Commission Board members represent a variety of occupations and come from communities throughout the province. The Commission reports to government through the Honorable Shirley McClellan, Minister of Community Development.
Policies outline the social context and research findings around a specific topic.
They then state key principles that broadly guide the Commission in conducting its operations and providing services. Through policies and positions the Commission provides credible direction and response to alcohol, drug, and gambling topics and issues arising within its mandate. The Board reviews policies and positions every one to three years, to ensure that they remain current and relevant, reflecting the latest research findings from the addictions literature as well as input from staff, external experts, key stakeholders and communities. The Commission recognizes the value of harm reduction strategies in providing a pragmatic response to the immediate health and safety risks associated with substance use and gambling. Relative to our role and mandate, the Commission is committed to working in partnership with individuals, communities, and other service providers to develop and implement programs that minimize the harms related to continued substance use and gambling, without condoning or promoting use.