Cannabis is known by many names including marijuana, weed, hash—and others. Cannabis refers to the greenish or brownish material that comes from the dried flowering tops and leaves of the plant, Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica.
Things are changing in Canada with regards to the use of cannabis. Regardless of how you feel about the legalization of non-medical cannabis, it is important for us all to increase our efforts to reduce the health risks from use. Let’s focus on the known facts and take positive actions to help everyone stay safe.
Using cannabis can have harmful effects on your own health, as well as your relationships, and your child’s health and development.
Driving after using cannabis is illegal and it more than doubles your chance of motor vehicle collision. It is just as bad as drinking and driving. If you choose to use cannabis, be smart about it and don’t drive high.
Talking to your child or teen about marijuana can be challenging, but talking openly with your child, letting them know they can talk to you about cannabis, and being non-judgmental will go a long way.
Just as with alcohol or tobacco, cannabis is not a harmless substance. The only way to avoid any harm is by not using cannabis. If you choose to use cannabis, it’s important for you to be informed of things you can do to lower your risk of harm.
Just as with alcohol or tobacco, cannabis is not a harmless substance. It’s important for you to be informed of what is known about the harms of cannabis use so you can reduce your health risks.
Cannabis is known by many names including marijuana, weed, pot, hash—and others. Cannabis refers to the greenish or brownish material that comes from the dried flowering tops/buds & leaves of the plants, Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica.
