Cannabis

Everyone will have their own reason for using or trying cannabis. When it comes to youth, some of the most common reasons they give include:

Prior to the legalization of cannabis, the bi-annual Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey reported that 19% of students in grades 7 to 12 had used cannabis in the past year (2018). The rates between males and females is similar (19.6% and 18.3%, respectively).

In Ontario, as of October 17, 2018, cannabis was made legal for adults over the age of 19. For anyone under the age of 19, possessing, purchasing, and using cannabis is still illegal.

Cannabis is known by many names including marijuana, weed, pot, hash—and others. Cannabis is a plant with very recognizable leaves, which can be used to create a substance used as a drug.

Health Canada is advising Canadians who use vaping products to monitor themselves for symptoms of pulmonary illness (e.g., cough, shortness of breath, chest pain) and to seek medical attention promptly if they have concerns about their health.

There are many benefits to smoke-free spaces, including:

Key talking points and resources to help you in conversations with your clients

Key talking points and resources to help you in conversations with your clients