The ODPRN Citizens’ Panel recently launched an initiative to raise awareness and understanding of current drug policy issues experienced by the general public by providing a platform for meaningful conversation between citizens of Ontario. The ODPRN will be conducting virtual town halls with other Ontario Citizens who are invited to share stories and raise questions on topics related to drug policy research in Ontario. A moderator and a content specialist will be available to answer questions and offer insight. These discussions will be used by ODPRN and other groups to inform future research and policy priorities that incorporates perspectives of people with lived experience.
Upcoming Town Hall
The evolving role of Sublocade as a treatment option for opioid use disorder (OUD)
January 22, 2026
11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Individuals that have experience with Sublocade are invited to share your experiences. Open to anyone interested in listening and learning from those with lived experience.
Our hope is that the perspectives shared throughout this Town Hall and the accompanying summary report can support researchers in identifying patient-oriented research needs and help policymakers understand gaps and opportunities to ensure OAT policies remain responsive, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived and living experience.
Upcoming Town Hall
The evolving role of Sublocade as a treatment option for opioid use disorder (OUD)
January 22, 2026
11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Individuals that have been experience with Sublocade are invited to share your experiences.
Open to anyone interested in listening and learning from those with lived experience
Our hope is that the perspectives shared throughout this Town Hall and the accompanying summary report can support researchers in identifying patient-oriented research needs and help policymakers understand gaps and opportunities to ensure OAT policies remain responsive, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived and living experience.
Previous Town Halls
Call for Post-Town Hall Submissions
Following Town Hall events, people are encouraged to submit written or pre-recorded stories reflecting on the discussions or sharing additional experiences and insights. These submissions will be carefully reviewed and may be incorporated into future reports to further amplify the voices of those with lived experience. This ongoing engagement is vital in maintaining a continuous dialogue that goes beyond a single event. By sharing these stories, we aim to better understand the lived experiences in our communities to drive meaningful change in drug policy.
To submit experiences for any of the previous Town Halls, please contact Dana Shearer at [email protected].