Alcohol harm — the negative consequences of alcohol consumption — is a serious and growing health concern and a leading cause of injury and death in Canada. This report provides an overview of Canada-wide variations in alcohol consumption (including alcohol sales and heavy drinking) and alcohol harm using CIHI’s new Hospitalizations Entirely Caused by Alcohol indicator. It also identifies populations at risk of harm and looks at the provinces’ and territories’ alcohol policies.
How to cite:
Canadian Institute for Health Information. Alcohol Harm in Canada. Accessed March 19, 2024.