Depression is a common mental disorder and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. In Canada, more than 5% of the population meet the criteria for major depression in any given year. Many are now finding cannabis as a better solution to treat their depression alongside traditional therapy and activities. There are many treatments for depression. However, it often takes a significant amount of trial and error from health professionals to find effective treatments that don’t have unmanageable side effects. Additionally, despite these treatments being available, 76 – 85 percent of people do ..read more

Cannabis has been used medically for many years. Still, since legalization of weed, cannabis use in Canada has increased massively for medicinal purposes. So, what are the most common reasons for Canadians to use cannabis? 1 Cannabis for Insomnia Psychiatrist Dr. Randhawa at the University of British Columbia’s sleep disorders clinic notes that approximately 30% of people experience symptoms related to a sleep disorder. Generally, this means experiencing difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. According to the Canadian Community Health Survey, 18% of those who fit the criteria for insomni ..read more

In recent years, Cannabis (particularly CBD) has been connected to weight loss. When you think about cannabis stereotypes, there are probably a few things that immediately come to mind. Most of us probably conjure up the image of a ‘stoner’ sitting on the couch watching trashy TV surrounded by a mountain of snacks. Of course, stereotypes come from somewhere, but this does not even come close to painting the entire picture of cannabis or cannabis users. There is so much diversity both among cannabis plants as well as cannabis users. In a society that puts significant value on weight loss, which ..read more

Cannabis is increasingly being considered a means of managing addictions, particularly since traditional treatments are often unsuccessful and relapse often occurs. Additionally, cannabis is associated with less risk than other substances. Addiction is a significant issue in Canada. In the last Canadian drug survey in 2012, more than 21% of Canadians met the criteria for a substance use disorder – that is, almost 8 million people. The cost to Canadian taxpayers is approximately $20 billion a year, with roughly $3.3 billion of that from healthcare costs – this is only a couple billion less than ..read more

The legalization of cannabis has given more seniors the motivation and opportunity to start using medical cannabis for managing the symptoms associated with ageing and other ailments such as chronic pain, insomnia, Alzheimer’s disease, and so much more. Long-term prescription medication use can have challenging and potentially damaging side effects. So, it’s no wonder that many people, including seniors, are looking for alternatives.  How Cannabis Can Make Life Easier as You Age Recent studies show cannabis use has been steadily increasing among people over the age of 65 years ..read more

Cannabis, particularly CBD, is on the radar of most, if not all, major beauty brands. You might be asking yourself whether or not it’s worth all the hype. We think it is! Cannabis topicals are a great way to treat your skin regardless of whether or not you’re looking for a regular moisturizing lotion or a solution to more significant skin problems. Before sharing some of our favourite cannabis topicals for skincare, we will outline what topicals are, how they work, and the research supporting their use for skincare.  What are Cannabis Topicals? Cannabis topicals are products, like cream ..read more

The view of cannabis in sports has changed significantly over the last several years. It has been widely discussed at the Tokyo Olympics this summer. Athletes, especially professional athletes, put a lot of strain on their bodies, typically over extended periods. This type of strain leads to pain and often injuries. Many athletes are looking for a safe, healthy, and natural solution for pain management. As a result, many have turned to CBD.  Cannabis and Professional Sports – Is It Legal? The government of Canada legalized cannabis for recreational use in 2018, but what does th ..read more

Cannabis has a bad-boy reputation that we’d like to undo. We, too, feel somewhat out of it when it comes to some questions about cannabis. But we also think of ourselves as thought leaders in the industry and want to offer reassurance for all things weed. So, if you’re looking for confirmation or clarification on any common misconceptions, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will answer five of the most popular weed myths.  Busting five weed myths 1. Can weed reduce my IQ? We start with this question, as many seem to wonder what smoking does to your brain. It also se ..read more

When comparing cannabis prices in Canada to the US, Canadian weed is approximately 30% cheaper. Even so, British Columbia has the best reputation across North America for growing the best cannabis for reasonable prices.   Legalization  One of the reasons Canadian cannabis is cheaper is because it has a history of legalization. Cannabis was legalized for medicinal use in Canada in 2001 and recreational use in 2018, while currently, there are only 18 states in the US that have legalized cannabis recreationally.   Why does legalization matter? A longer h ..read more

In recent news, we heard that Canada decided to open their borders to U.S. citizens/travellers, who can provide proof of vaccination. From August 9th, 2021, the borders will take a breather. Unsurprisingly, perhaps, this relaxation doesn’t extend to the idea of travelling with cannabis.  Cannabis has now been legal in New York state since April 2021 and all of Canada since October 2018. It remains illegal to bring cannabis across the border due to concerns created by smuggling cases between the two countries. “We had an incursion that came via helicopter that landed in Grand Island ..read more