Cannabis Made Clear
Can Cannabis Relieve Menopause Symptoms?
Insomnia, depression, anxiety, mood swings: Find out why people are turning to cannabis to relieve their menopause sy... Read More Can Cannabis Relieve Menopause Symptoms?
Cannabis and Sleep
Ever wondered how consuming cannabis and cannabinoids like THC and CBD affects your sleep? It’s not a simple answer. Read More Cannabis and Sleep
Cannabis and Your Pet
Cannabis can have both toxic and therapeutic potential for domestic animals, including cats and dogs. Learn how to sp... Read More Cannabis and Your Pet
Cannabis and Heart Health
Time for a pulse check: Examine the latest research into how consuming cannabis, and particularly smoking it, may imp... Read More Cannabis and Heart Health
The Effect of Cannabis on the Lungs
Most people know smoking isn’t healthy, but what are the effects of smoking cannabis on the lungs? Is smoking cannabi... Read More The Effect of Cannabis on the Lungs
Meet OCS’s 2023 Social Impact Fund Community Partnership Teams
Meet the partner groups for the OCS’s inaugural Social Impact Fund. The Social Impact Fund (the Fund) provides financ... Read More Meet OCS’s 2023 Social Impact Fund Community Partnership Teams
How Does Age Affect Your Cannabis Experience?
As with all cannabis consumption, safety and understanding how different products work is essential to having a posit... Read More How Does Age Affect Your Cannabis Experience?
What’s Changed After Five Years of Legal Cannabis in Canada?
It's the fifth anniversary of cannabis legalization in Canada. How has this changed the illicit market, and how have ... Read More What’s Changed After Five Years of Legal Cannabis in Canada?
Is Cannabis a Gateway Drug?
Some people believe cannabis can lead to other drugs, but what does the research say? Read More Is Cannabis a Gateway Drug?
Why Do Some People Choose to Consume Cannabis While Others Do Not?
Puff or pass? Explore common motivations behind the choice to consume — or to abstain from — cannabis. Read More Why Do Some People Choose to Consume Cannabis While Others Do Not?
Mixing Cannabis With Alcohol and Other Substances: What You Need to Know
Combining cannabis with other substances can have adverse health effects. Find out what the risks are associated with... Read More Mixing Cannabis With Alcohol and Other Substances: What You Need to Know
What Is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome?
Abdominal pain, nausea and cyclical vomiting may all be tell-tale signs of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). Un... Read More What Is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome?
Tolerance Breaks: What Are T-Breaks and Do They Work?
When it comes to cannabis, taking a tolerance break (also known as a T-break) is one way to reset your body’s respons... Read More Tolerance Breaks: What Are T-Breaks and Do They Work?
Short- and Long-Term Health Effects of Cannabis Use
Cannabis education can be key to reducing the possible long- and short-term effects of cannabis consumption. Learn ab... Read More Short- and Long-Term Health Effects of Cannabis Use
Cannabis Consumption: 10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk
Consuming cannabis comes with potential health, social and legal impacts, but there are practical ways you can reduce... Read More Cannabis Consumption: 10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk
Resources and References
Here are just some of the trusted sources we consulted to create Cannabis Made Clear, as well as resources you can re... Read More Resources and References
How to Talk to Youth About Your Cannabis Consumption
Speaking to youth about their cannabis consumption is only half of the conversation. Be prepared — the youth in your ... Read More How to Talk to Youth About Your Cannabis Consumption
The Importance of Trusting Your Source
When you buy legal cannabis from an authorized source, you can trust what you’re getting and where it comes from. Her... Read More The Importance of Trusting Your Source
Learn What’s Legal (and What’s Not) for Ontario Cannabis Consumers
Yes, cannabis is legal in Canada, but there are limits on possession, sales, consumption and travel. Here are some ti... Read More Learn What’s Legal (and What’s Not) for Ontario Cannabis Consumers
How To Be Sure You’re Purchasing Cannabis from a Legal Source
You may be purchasing from an illegal store or website and not even know it. Here’s how to spot the differences so yo... Read More How To Be Sure You’re Purchasing Cannabis from a Legal Source
Consuming Cannabis: Topical Application
Cannabis can be consumed in many ways, each with its own pros and cons. Discover how applying cannabis topically affe... Read More Consuming Cannabis: Topical Application
How to Talk to Youth About Cannabis
As a trusted adult, it’s hard to know how to engage in meaningful conversations about cannabis with the young people ... Read More How to Talk to Youth About Cannabis
The Effects of Cannabis on the Brain
While cannabis can be consumed in a responsible way, there are still inherent risks with regular use — including to t... Read More The Effects of Cannabis on the Brain
A Guide to Non-Judgmental Harm Reduction Messaging for Youth
Providing youth with evidence-based information about the risks of cannabis — with zero judgment — is the best way to... Read More A Guide to Non-Judgmental Harm Reduction Messaging for Youth
Cannabis and the Developing Brain
With millions of neurons still organizing themselves in the growing brain, regular cannabis use in adolescence can ha... Read More Cannabis and the Developing Brain
Cannabis for Medical Uses
The legal use of cannabis for medical purposes in Canada predates its legalization for recreational purposes. Here’s ... Read More Cannabis for Medical Uses
How to Spot Unregulated Cannabis Products
There may be more than just cannabis in that cute candy-coloured package you picked up online. Learn about the potent... Read More How to Spot Unregulated Cannabis Products
A Guide to Legal Product Labels
When you buy legal cannabis products, you’ll find lots of essential information on the packaging — here’s what it all... Read More A Guide to Legal Product Labels
Consuming Cannabis: Ingestion
Cannabis can be consumed in many ways, each with its own pros and cons. Discover how ingesting cannabis affects the w... Read More Consuming Cannabis: Ingestion
Tackling Objections: 10 Responses to Try When Speaking with Youth
Youth might try to cut the conversation short — or avoid it altogether — but talking about cannabis frequently, openl... Read More Tackling Objections: 10 Responses to Try When Speaking with Youth
Cannabis, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
As with alcohol or tobacco, consuming cannabis while trying to conceive or while pregnant and/or breastfeeding carrie... Read More Cannabis, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Cannabis Use Disorder
Explore the potential effects of regular and heavy cannabis consumption, the risks of overconsumption and where to ge... Read More Cannabis Use Disorder
