OMA Submission on Health Canada s Proposed Regulations for Additional Cannabis Products. February 2019
|
|
- Ella Dalton
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 OMA Submission on Health Canada s Proposed Regulations for Additional Cannabis Products February 2019
2
3 OMA Submission on Health Canada s Proposed Regulations for Additional Cannabis Products The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the proposed regulations for additional cannabis products, namely edible cannabis (including beverages), cannabis extracts and cannabis topicals. This submission intends to propose recommendations to the key issues and questions identified by the federal government. The OMA s recommendations on the proposed regulations are based on public health and harm reduction approaches. Recommendations and key learnings from other stakeholders, including other jurisdictions and the Canadian Medical Association were considered when this submission was written. As an overarching principle, the OMA would like to reiterate that despite its popularity, recreational cannabis is associated with several negative health risks, especially for those who use it frequently or begin to use it at an early age. These health impacts include addictive consequences, a range of respiratory and circulatory diseases and disorders, cognitive effects as well as harmful effects on the mental health of some individuals. The health risks caused by recreational cannabis use can best be avoided by abstaining from cannabis use. The OMA supports much of the proposed regulations and the intent of the regulations to establish protection around the legalization of additional cannabis products. The federal government, for the most part, has introduced appropriate safeguards given the evidence that is currently available regarding recreational cannabis. That said, the OMA feels it is important to note that there is a need for more research on recreational cannabis and at this time there is a gap in knowledge. As such, greater research is needed. The content of this submission will focus on specific sections of the proposed regulations (and will be divided as such), namely: THC limits, Product Ingredients and Flavouring, Packaging and Labelling, and Additional Considerations. Page 1 of 7 November 2018
4 THC Limits Legalizing additional recreational cannabis products gives the federal government an opportunity to regulate the substance as well as mitigate some of the associated health risks. A key element to regulating recreational cannabis is to set a limit on the amount of THC allowed in each product. Canada has a unique opportunity in regulating recreational sales as it can implement progressive regulations based on lessons learned from other jurisdictions that have legalized cannabis. The proposed regulations from the federal government do outline strict THC limits for each new class of cannabis products. While, the OMA supports the proposed implementation of restrictions on THC limits, stricter limits would be more in line with a harm reduction approach. If we look to other jurisdictions for lessons learned, we would predict that cannabis-infused edibles will have a strong hold in the cannabis market share. Since legalizing cannabis in both Colorado and Washington states, they have seen continued growth in sales of cannabis edibles (1). In fact, sales of cannabis-infused edibles had increased by 134% in the first quarter of 2015 compared to the same period in 2014 (1). Cannabis-infused edibles have a broad appeal for several reasons. First, novice cannabis users often find cannabis-infused edibles such as brownies and cookies attractive (1). Secondly, restrictions on where cannabis can be smoked in both public and private spaces may increase interest in the edible market (1). This is noteworthy as it is not yet clear if the same restrictions on where cannabis can be smoked will apply to edible cannabis. Lack of regulation around edible products in Colorado s initial phase of legalization led to several unintended public health consequences, including accidental overconsumption and overdoses, increased emergency room visits and calls to poison control lines (1). A key lesson learned from other jurisdictions to best avoid the unintended consequences is to implement strict THC limits and portion sizes for cannabis-infused products (1). Should the proposed regulations be passed, no more than 10 mg of THC will be permissible per package of edible cannabis product and 1000 mg of THC per package of cannabis extracts. No guidance on serving size is outlined in the proposed regulations other than a limit of 10 mg per unit of cannabis extracts intended for ingestion. While the proposed THC limits per serving size are within the limits of other jurisdictions, they are higher than what many cannabis advocates would suggest for first time users when applying a harm reduction approach. This is critical given that no guidance for serving or dosage sizes is outlined in the proposed regulations. Should the THC limit be set at 10mg for edible cannabis products and 1000 mg per package of cannabis extracts, guidance should be outlined for dosage and serving size. The recommended serving size for both edible cannabis products and cannabis extracts should be 5 mg of THC, which is in line with a harm reduction approach. Recommendation 1: The recommended serving size for edible products (solid or beverage) should be 5 mg of THC/serving. Page 2 of 7
5 Product Ingredients and Flavouring Parameters around product ingredients and product flavours are also key elements that must be regulated to mitigate some of the negative health impacts of recreational cannabis use. The federal government has introduced appropriate safeguards to restrict caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, added vitamins and minerals, sugar, colours and sweeteners to the new classes of cannabis products. The OMA supports the federal government s decision to implement restrictions on certain flavours, such as dessert or confectionary flavours, that are often appealing to youth. The flavouring restrictions are outlined to be consistent with rules that apply to vaping products under the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act. That said, there is evidence that banning all flavoured tobacco, including menthol, has shown to be an effective public health measure to reduce uptake in regular use. The federal government should apply lessons learned from banning flavoured tobacco to underpin the flavouring ban for cannabis products. Recommendation 2: All flavouring should be restricted for cannabis extract (ingested or inhaled) products. Labelling and Packaging In addition to regulations on THC limits, product ingredients and flavours, labelling and packaging are key components to ensuring the negative health impacts of recreational cannabis use are mitigated. The federal government has introduced proposed regulations for the new classes of cannabis to have specific label requirements on top of the already required primary plain packaging and labelling requirements. The OMA is in support of the additional requirements set out in the proposed regulations. If passed, these regulations will necessitate edible cannabis products to have similar labelling requirements to food, including a cannabis-specific Nutrition Facts Table, will prohibit the new classes of cannabis to associate with alcoholic beverages and from making health and cosmetic benefit claims and/or claims of being part of a specific diet. That said, there is no guidance in the proposed regulations to ensure serving size and/or dosage is included in the label. As noted in the THC Limits section of this submission, suggested serving and dosage sizes are recommended and should be clearly marked on product labels. Further, the way in which cannabis is consumed will impact when the user feels the effect. This is especially important when considering individuals consuming cannabis-infused edible products where it can take several hours for THC to take full effect. In some cases, this has led to users consuming more cannabis when the desired effect has not been felt and resulted in stacked dosing of cannabis and consequently accidental overconsumption or overdoses. Warning labels on products where a delayed effect is likely should outline that a postponed result is expected to best avoid users from overconsuming THC or overdoses. Moreover, with additional classes of cannabis legalized, there is room for consumer confusion on the quantity of the product in Page 3 of 7 November 2018
6 question. This could also lead to overconsumption and overdoses for individuals using new classes of cannabis products. To avoid or limit such incidents, labels should include an equivalency factor, that outlines the quantity of the given cannabis product that is equivalent to one gram of dried cannabis. Finally, the proposed regulations include allowances for small product packages to have the ability to use peel-back or fold-out labels to display certain required information. The OMA believes that public health warnings on recreational cannabis products should be a core component to public education. Front of the label packaging should be standard regardless of the product package size. Recreational cannabis products labelling regulations should be in line with federal tobacco products labelling regulations that state that 75% of the front and back of cigarette and little cigar packages be covered in health warning messages. Recommendation 3: Serving size (for edible products) and recommended dosage (for cannabis extract and topical products) should be included on the product label. Recommendation 4: Edible product warning labels should outline that there may be a delayed effect or that the user may not feel the full effect of consuming cannabis immediately. Recommendation 5: A gram equivalency factor is considered as an additional requirement for labels. Recommendation 6: Recreational cannabis product labelling regulations should be in line with federal tobacco products labelling regulations that state that 75% of the front and back of cigarette and little cigar packages be covered in health warning messages. Additional Considerations Minimum age for possessing, using and purchasing recreational cannabis The federal government has outlined that one of the key reasons for legalizing cannabis is to protect youth and to establish safeguards so that illegal cannabis is not accessible to underage individuals. In order to achieve this goal, a minimum age to purchase, possess, and use recreational cannabis has been set at 18 with the ability for provinces and territories to adjust the minimum age upward. Establishing a minimum age has been an important control measure for both alcohol and tobacco in Canada. Regarding a minimum age for recreational cannabis, the government must focus first and foremost on health risks. There is strong evidence showing recreational cannabis use impacts brain development. It is known that the brain continues to develop through early adulthood, until the age of 25 (3,4). Adopting a minimum age of under 25 for recreational cannabis use ignores scientific evidence around the negative health impacts on brain development. Therefore, the OMA advocates that the federal government reconsider the minimum age for purchase, possession and use of cannabis and adjust it to 25. Page 4 of 7
7 Recommendation 7: The minimum age for purchasing, possessing and using recreational cannabis should be reconsidered and set at 25, given the negative impact that recreational cannabis can have on health, particularly on brain development. Regulating recreational cannabis sales There must be strict regulations implemented on the marketing of recreational cannabis, using the current regulations for marketing tobacco as the minimum. Regulatory frameworks that address marketing for tobacco, vaping products and recreational cannabis should be updated in lockstep. Recommendation 8: There must be strict regulations implemented on the marketing of recreational cannabis, using current regulations for marketing tobacco as the minimum. Planning public education and research It is critical that the federal government integrate the additional cannabis products into existing public education campaigns and or develop new campaigns for edible cannabis and cannabis extracts and topicals. Regardless of whether the government expands its current campaign or develops a new one, any public education campaign should use a public health approach that focuses on prevention and increasing awareness of the risk factors associated with recreational cannabis use. General education and awareness campaigns should be geared toward the general public. More focused public education should be developed to target youth as well as specific populations that are more at risk for cannabis use and its adverse effects (5). Current public education materials should be updated, and revised campaigns and materials should be deployed before the new classes of cannabis become legal. Successful campaigns used in the past have increased awareness of the health impacts of tobacco and alcohol and have led to greater public knowledge around the issues as well as a decrease in the number of users. Principles from these campaigns could serve as a foundation to underpin current and future work around public awareness of the harmful risks of recreational cannabis use, no matter the consumption method. Physicians play a critical role in planning and executing education on harmful health impacts that cannabis can have. Patients turn to physicians as a trusted voice on a wide array of health issues, including the impacts of cannabis in all forms of consumption. However, to date, there have been insufficient resources allocated to properly research cannabis use at a national level. This lack of evidence-based information poses a public health risk and leaves physicians ill-equipped to inform and best support patients. Recommendation 9: Public education campaigns should be developed or updated to integrate additional cannabis products. Public education campaigns should focus on prevention and increasing awareness of the risk factors associated with recreational cannabis use and should be deployed before additional cannabis products become legal. Recommendation 10: The federal government should invest in necessary research to inform physicians and health care providers about the health impacts of recreational cannabis use. Page 5 of 7 November 2018
8 Summary of Recommendations 1. The recommended serving size for edible products (solid or beverage) should be 5 mg of THC/serving. 2. All flavouring should be restricted for cannabis extract (ingested or inhaled) products. 3. Serving size (for edible products) and recommended dosage (for cannabis extract and topical products) should be included on the product label. 4. Edible product warning labels should outline that there may be a delayed effect or that the user may not feel the full effect of consuming cannabis immediately. 5. A gram equivalency factor is considered as an additional requirement for labels. 6. Recreational cannabis product labelling regulations should be in line with federal tobacco products labelling regulations that state that 75% of the front and back of cigarette and little cigar packages be covered in health warning messages. 7. The minimum age for purchasing, possessing and using recreational cannabis should be reconsidered and set at 25, given the negative impact that recreational cannabis can have on health, particularly on brain development. 8. There must be strict regulations implemented on the marketing of recreational cannabis, using current regulations for marketing tobacco as the minimum. 9. Public education campaigns should be developed or updated to integrate additional cannabis products. Public education campaigns should focus on prevention and increasing awareness of the risk factors associated with recreational cannabis use and should be deployed before additional cannabis products become legal. 10. The federal government should invest in necessary research to inform physicians and health care providers about the health impacts of recreational cannabis use. Page 6 of 7
9 References 1. A framework for the legalization and regulation of cannabis in Canada: the final report of the Task Force on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Government of Canada; Dec, Available from: 2. Banning flavoured tobacco products - Canadian Cancer Society [Internet]. [cited 2019Jan28]. Available from: 3. Lebel C, Beaulieu C. Longitudinal Development of Human Brain Wiring Continues from Childhood into Adulthood [Internet]. Journal of Neuroscience. Society for Neuroscience; 2011 [cited 2019Feb4]. Available from: 4. Caballero A, KY Seng. Association of cannabis use during adolescence, prefrontal CB1 receptor signaling, and schizophrenia Frontiers in Pharmacology. 3: Cannabis Policy Framework. (2014). [ebook] Toronto: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. [cited 2019Feb4]. Available from: abispolicyframeowrk.pdf Page 7 of 7 November 2018
Ontario Medical Association. Recommendations to the Ministry of the Attorney General on Recreational Cannabis Consultation
Ontario Medical Association Recommendations to the Ministry of the Attorney General on Recreational Cannabis Consultation OMA Recommendations to the Ministry of the Attorney General on Recreational Cannabis
More informationProposed Amendments to the Cannabis Regulations: Edible Cannabis, Cannabis Extracts and Cannabis Topicals
Proposed Amendments to the Cannabis Regulations: Edible Cannabis, Cannabis Extracts and Cannabis Topicals Health Canada s 2019 Regulatory Consultation 1 Purpose The purpose of this presentation is to provide
More informationAddition of Edibles and Other Products to Federal Cannabis Legislation
HL3.03 REPORT FOR ACTION Addition of Edibles and Other Products to Federal Cannabis Legislation Date: February 12, 2019 To: Board of Health From: Medical Officer of Health Wards: All SUMMARY On October
More informationAn Overview of the Government of Canada s Approach to Legalize, Regulate and Restrict Access to Cannabis. February 2018
An Overview of the Government of Canada s Approach to Legalize, Regulate and Restrict Access to Cannabis February 2018 I m here today to provide 1 2 3 Context for the Government of Canada s plan to legalize,
More informationAn Overview of the Government of Canada s Approach to Legalize, Regulate and Restrict Access to Cannabis
An Overview of the Government of Canada s Approach to Legalize, Regulate and Restrict Access to Cannabis I m here today to provide 1 2 3 Context for the Government of Canada s plan to legalize, regulate
More informationOffice of the Chief Medical Health Officer
September 26, 2017 RE: BC Cannabis Regulation Engagement Vancouver Coastal Health s s support the legalization and regulation of cannabis. Please find below our submission to the British Columbia Cannabis
More informationThe Tobacco and Vaping Products Act: Implications for E-Cigarette Point-of-Sale Promotion
The Tobacco and Vaping Products Act: Implications for E-Cigarette Point-of-Sale Promotion Background: E-Cigarette Point-of-Sale Promotion September 2018 Key Message: Vaping e-cigarettes can lead to dependence,
More informationFDA s Action Agenda to Reduce Tobacco Related-Cancer Incidence and Mortality
FDA s Action Agenda to Reduce Tobacco Related-Cancer Incidence and Mortality Lawrence Deyton, M.S.P.H., M.D. Director, FDA Center for Tobacco Products June 11, 2012 FDA s Vision To make tobaccorelated
More information2018 OAAS CONVENTION. Fair s and Marijuana. Shawn LaPalm
2018 OAAS CONVENTION Fair s and Marijuana Shawn LaPalm The information provided here after was up to date as per the presentation date. Due to ever evolving legislative changes at the Federal, Provincial
More informationCannabis Legalization August 22, Ministry of Attorney General Ministry of Finance
Cannabis Legalization August 22, 2018 Ministry of Attorney General Ministry of Finance Federal Cannabis Legalization and Regulation The federal Cannabis Act received Royal Assent on June 21, 2018 and will
More informationCannabis Legalization in Alberta
Cannabis Legalization in Alberta Regulation and Supply Chain Roundtable #3 Discussion Topics Potential for cannabis cafes or lounges Public education priorities Potential for economic development Alberta
More informationPA Consultation Document: Cannabis
Page 1 of 8 PA Consultation Document: Cannabis Contact Information City Organization Stakeholder Name London Middlesex-London Health Unit Linda Stobo, Program Manager Chronic Disease Prevention and Tobacco
More informationYukon s Proposed Framework for. Legalized Cannabis 30 GRAMS MINIMUM AGE
Yukon s Proposed Framework for Legalized Cannabis 30 GRAMS x4 MINIMUM AGE Overview The Government of Yukon has begun developing a new act to regulate cannabis in response to federal legislation planned
More informationCannabis Regulations Response and Update on Cannabis Legalization
Page 1 of 5 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On 2018 October 17, Bill C-45, The Cannabis Act, came into force legalizing non-medical cannabis in Canada. Non-medical cannabis is now legal in limited forms, including dried
More informationCannabis use carries significant health risks, especially for people who use it frequently and or/begin to use it at an early age.
Background: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) released recommendations for the Legalization of Marijuana (with restrictions and regulations) on October 8, 2014. Addiction Services of Thames
More informationCOMMITMENT TO A TOBACCO ENDGAME IN ONTARIO
COMMITMENT TO A TOBACCO ENDGAME IN ONTARIO Our Ask That the Ontario government: Renew their commitment to achieving the lowest smoking rate in Canada Align the Smoke Free Ontario Strategy with the proposed
More informationRyan Smith, Community Planning Department Manager
Report to Council Date: April 9, 2018 File: 1200-40 To: From: Subject: City Manager Ryan Smith, Community Planning Department Manager Cannabis Regulatory Options Report prepared by: Kimberly Brunet, Planner
More informationMitch Zeller, Director, Center for Tobacco Products, FDA September 19, 2013 Kansas Public Health Association
Regulatory Public Laws Compliance & Education Policies Science & Enforcement & Communications The FDA Center for Tobacco Products (CTP): Its Role in Reducing Tobacco Use Mitch Zeller, Director, Center
More informationMARIJUANA: EXPLORING THE PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACH
MARIJUANA: EXPLORING THE PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACH CIPHI CONFERENCE OCTOBER 2 ND 2017 FAREEN KARACHIWALLA, MD MPH CCFP FRCPC ASSOCIATE MEDICAL OFFICER OF HEALTH KFL&A PUBLIC HEALTH DISCLAIMER This presentation
More informationCannabis Retail Store Licensing in Ontario. General Committee December 10, 2018
1 Cannabis Retail Store Licensing in Ontario General Committee December 10, 2018 Item 1 Item 2 Item 3 Item 4 Item 5 Item 6 Item 7 Item 8 Item 9 Item 10 Item 11 Item 12 Presentation Outline Federal Regulatory
More informationCannabis Legalization and Regulation in British Columbia Discussion Paper
Cannabis Legalization and Regulation in British Columbia Discussion Paper Introduction In 2015, the federal government committed to legalizing non-medical cannabis in Canada. On June 30, 2016, it established
More informationCannabis Legalization
Cannabis Legalization Meeting with Education Stakeholders October 26, 2018 Agenda 1. Welcome and Introductions (EDU) 2. Overview of Federal and Provincial cannabis legislation (MAG) 3. Overview of Licence
More informationLegalization of Cannabis: The Way Forward
Percent 2018/05/03 Legalization of Cannabis: The Way Forward W. O. McCormick Academic Day Hon. A. Anne McLellan, PC, OC, AOE Friday, April 27 2018 Current Context 40 Past year cannabis use, by age group,
More informationHealth Policy Committee
Health Policy Committee Jeff Kolbasnik (Acting Chair) Greg Athaide Atul Kapur Rachel Kupets Kamila Premji Carlisle Whitby Ottawa North York Ottawa Joanne McNamara Dara Laxer OMA, Chief, Advocacy & Public
More informationCannabis Legalization and Regulation
Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Presentation to alpha Ontario Public Health Unit Collaboration on Cannabis February 24, 2017 Elena Hasheminejad and Allison Imrie 1 Overview The Ontario Public Health
More informationRNAO response to proposed regulation under Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017
RNAO response to proposed regulation under Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 Submission to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care March 2, 2018 158 Pearl Street, Toronto, ON M5H1L3. Ph. 416 599 1925. Toll-free
More informationPolicy Options for the Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes
Policy Options for the Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes Consultation submission Your details This submission was completed by: Address: (name) Mark Forsyth (street/box number) 3 Queens Wharf (town/city)
More informationMarijuana Legalization Public Health Considerations & Municipal Options
Marijuana Legalization Public Health Considerations & Municipal Options This brief provides the potential public health impact of increased access to marijuana based on experiences of states that have
More informationSUBJECT: Cannabis legislation and implications for the City of Burlington
Page 1 of Report CM-11-17 SUBJECT: Cannabis legislation and implications for the City of Burlington TO: FROM: Committee of the Whole City Manager's Office Report Number: CM-11-17 Wards Affected: All File
More informationA PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACH TO THE LEGALIZATION, REGULATION AND RESTRICTION OF ACCESS TO CANNABIS
A PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACH TO THE LEGALIZATION, REGULATION AND RESTRICTION OF ACCESS TO CANNABIS POSITION STATEMENT OCTOBER 2017 THE VOICE OF PUBLIC HEALTH The Canadian Public Health Association is the independent
More informationLegalization and Regulation of Recreational Cannabis PRESENTATION LPPANS NOVEMBER 22, 2017
Legalization and Regulation of Recreational Cannabis PRESENTATION LPPANS NOVEMBER 22, 2017 2 2 Purpose for Today Review: Timeline Overview of Federal Legislation Consultation update Next Steps 3 Nova Scotia
More informationHealth Canada s Proposed Approach to Managing Caffeinated Energy Drinks
Health Canada s Proposed Approach to Managing Caffeinated Energy Drinks October 2011 Food Directorate, Health Products and Food Branch 1 Table of Contents Background... 3 Assessment of the Potential Health
More informationJanuary 19, Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Secretariat Address locator 0602E Health Canada Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9
January 19, 2018 Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Secretariat Address locator 0602E Health Canada Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9 By email: cannabis@canada.ca RE: Proposed Approach to the Regulation of Cannabis
More informationMARKETING STANDARDS FOR MEMBERSHIP
MARKETING STANDARDS FOR MEMBERSHIP The Vapor Technology Association (VTA) is a leading national trade association in the electronic cigarette and vapor product industry. VTA represents the manufacturers,
More informationRECREATIONAL CANNABIS LEGALIZATION IN ONTARIO
RECREATIONAL CANNABIS LEGALIZATION IN ONTARIO SUPPORTING SCHOOLS AND CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCILS Extraordinary lives start with a great Catholic education. 1 Overview of Cannabis Legalization When cannabis
More informationWebinar. Restricting Marketing to Children: an update from Health Canada. February 28, 2017
Webinar Restricting Marketing to Children: an update from Health Canada February 28, 2017 HOUSEKEEPING For audio, dial-in to the teleconference line - Call-in TOLL-FREE number: 1-877-413-4790 (Canada and
More informationElectronic cigarettes: A new era for tobacco harm reduction Adapted for SW Specialist Nurses for Children in Care meeting 17 January 2017
Electronic cigarettes: A new era for tobacco harm reduction Adapted for SW Specialist Nurses for Children in Care meeting 17 January 2017 Russ Moody Health & Wellbeing Programme Lead Public Health England
More informationThe federal legislation, Cannabis Act that legalizes recreational cannabis comes into effect on October 17, 2018.
City of Mississauga Q&A What is cannabis? Cannabis or Marijuana is commonly used to refer to parts of a cannabis plant, such as the leaves or flowers. Cannabis is used in many ways including smoking, vaporizing,
More informationBrief Submitted to the Health Canada Consultation on Regulations for Cannabis Edibles, Extracts and Topicals
www.ccsa.ca www.ccdus.ca Brief Submitted to the Health Canada Consultation on Regulations for Cannabis Edibles, Extracts and Topicals Introduction The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)
More informationMARIJUANA LEGALIZATION. INITIATIVE STATUTE.
PROPOSITION MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION. OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY Legalizes marijuana under state law, for use by adults 21 or older. Designates state agencies to license and regulate marijuana industry.
More informationMarijuana Legalization Update
Marijuana Legalization Update PJ McCann, Esq. Deputy General Counsel February 14, 2018 1 Context Many moving parts in Cannabis Control Commission (CNB) regulatory process Information and recommendations
More informationFrequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Legal 1. Can I use cannabis? You can legally use cannabis if you are 21 or older. You can also use cannabis if you are 18 or older and have a current qualifying physician s recommendation
More informationUNITED STATES REGULATION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS. Presented by Mitch Zeller Center Director FDA Center for Tobacco Products
UNITED STATES REGULATION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS Presented by Mitch Zeller Center Director FDA Center for Tobacco Products May 24, 2016 OVERVIEW OF TODAY S PRESENTATION Highlights of the Deeming Final Rule
More informationCannabis 101: Industry landscape and the road to edibles. Presented by: Glenn Fraser Date: May 10, 2018
Cannabis 101: Industry landscape and the road to edibles Presented by: Glenn Fraser Date: May 10, 2018 CANADA & GLOBAL DOMINANCE Global cannabis landscape Global cannabis consumption The U.S. roadmap Canadian
More informationLegalization of Cannabis- Overview
Legalization of Cannabis- Overview Presentation to Regional Council Education Workshop February 15, 2018 Joy Hulton, Regional Solicitor 1 Overview Background Federal Cannabis Framework Provincial Legislation
More information420 ADVISORY MANAGEMENT
THE CANNABIS ACT: WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR CANADIANS? 420 CLINIC, LTD. OBJECTIVES At the end of the session, you will be able to: 1) Understand the ramifications of recreational cannabis legalization 2) Understand
More informationLegalization of Recreational Cannabis
Legalization of Recreational Cannabis Private Recreational Cannabis Retail Storefronts December 11, 2018 History of Cannabis Legalization April 13, 2017 Federal Bill C-45, otherwise known as the Cannabis
More informationCopyright Canadian Nurses Association 50 Driveway Ottawa, Ont. K2P 1E2 CANADA
BRIEF SUGGESTED AMENDMENTS TO THE TEXT OF BILL C-45: AN ACT RESPECTING CANNABIS AND TO AMEND THE CONTROLLED DRUGS AND SUBSTANCES ACT, THE CRIMINAL CODE AND OTHER ACTS Brief Prepared for the Standing Committee
More informationREDUCING YOUTH ACCESS AND APPEAL OF VAPING PRODUCTS CONSULTATION ON POTENTIAL REGULATORY MEASURES
REDUCING YOUTH ACCESS AND APPEAL OF VAPING PRODUCTS CONSULTATION ON POTENTIAL REGULATORY MEASURES APRIL 2019 Health Canada is the federal department responsible for helping the people of Canada maintain
More informationLegalization and Regulation of Cannabis Enforcement Challenges
Legalization and Regulation of Cannabis Enforcement Challenges Thomas Carrique Deputy Chief of Operations Deeds Speak Overview Criminal Market & Organized Crime Legal vs. Illegal Use of Cannabis Road Safety
More informationCity of Oshawa Comments to the Provincial Government Concerning Cannabis Consumption
Public Report To: From: Report Number: Council in Committee of the Whole Jag Sharma, City Manager, Office of the City Manager CNCL-18-04 Date of Report: February 14, 2018 Date of Meeting: February 20,
More informationPolicy Options for the Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes
Policy Options for the Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes Consultation submission Your details This submission was completed by: (name) Philip Hope / Assoc Prof Chris Atkinson Address: (street/box number)
More informationJulia Dilley, PhD Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division & Multnomah County Health Dept.
Matthew Farrelly, PhD Center for Health Policy Science and Tobacco Research, RTI International Julia Dilley, PhD Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division & Multnomah County Health Dept. Daniel Vigil,
More informationThese documents were created to support the work of the Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators. We welcome prevention teams at
These documents were created to support the work of the Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators. We welcome prevention teams at institutions of higher education to utilize these documents
More informationUPDATES FROM THE FDA CENTER FOR TOBACCO PRODUCTS (CTP)
UPDATES FROM THE FDA CENTER FOR TOBACCO PRODUCTS (CTP) Mitch Zeller, J.D. Director, FDA May 4, 2017 CENTER FOR TOBACCO PRODUCTS AGENDA Update on Regulations and Guidances: Deeming Update on Science Update
More informationLEGALIZING & REGULATING CANNABIS IN SASKATCHEWAN
LEGALIZING & REGULATING CANNABIS IN SASKATCHEWAN Cynthia Bojkovsky, Jason Childs, George Hartner & Kathleen McNutt The Current Cannabis Context Cannabis is the most commonly used illegal drug in Canada
More informationDiscussion points on Bill S-5
Disclaimer: The following document was developed to provide a brief set of discussion points for individuals wishing to discuss Bill S-5 with policy makers, politicians, senators or their advisers. It
More informationPrince Edward Island: Preparation for Cannabis Legalization
Prince Edward Island: Preparation for Cannabis Legalization Prince Edward Island: Preparation for Cannabis Legalization The Government of Prince Edward Island has an obligation and an opportunity to actively
More informationAppearance before House of Commons Standing Committee on Health as part of its Study on the Government s Role in Addressing Prescription Drug Abuse
Opening Statement Appearance before House of Commons Standing Committee on Health as part of its Study on the Government s Role in Addressing Prescription Drug Abuse Dr. Chris Simpson, President-elect
More informationLegalization of Cannabis: Let s Protect Future Generations POSITION PAPER
Legalization of Cannabis: Let s Protect Future Generations June 3rd 2017 Contents FOREWORD 4 1. THE POLITICAL CONTEXT 5 2. THE CLINICAL CONTEXT 7 The development of the human brain 7 The effects of consuming
More informationCannabis Legalization in San Francisco
Cannabis Legalization in San Francisco A Health Impact Assessment Office of Policy and Planning The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided funding for this work through the Health Impact
More informationCorporate Development Committee Report
To: From: Corporate Development Committee Report To the Chair and Members of the Corporate Development Committee Jyoti V. Zuidema, Solicitor and Corporate Counsel Date: December 7, 2018 Subject: CD-18-98,
More informationREGULATING CANNABIS IN NUNAVUT A Proposal for Consideration and Discussion
REGULATING CANNABIS IN NUNAVUT A Proposal for Consideration and Discussion This document sets out some of the main ideas behind the Government of Nunavut s (GN) proposal to control recreational cannabis
More informationThe Economics of Smoking
The Economics of Smoking One of the potential problems (from an economic perspective) with smoking is that there may be an externality in consumption, so there may be difference between the private and
More informationTorkin Manes LegalPoint
LegalPoint JULY 2017 Marijuana and the Canadian Workplace The possession, use and sale of marijuana in Canada presently remains unlawful under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, but its use for medical
More informationOCSA HEALTH CANADA NOTICE OF INTENT - Vape Products
March 19, 2019 Manager Regulation Division, Tobacco Products Regulatory Office Tobacco Control Directorate, Controlled Substances and Cannabis Branch Health Canada 0301A, 150 Tunneys Pasture Driveway,
More informationCannabis, the law, and housing
Cannabis, the law, and housing Lauren Blumas, Iler Campbell LLP lblumas@ilercampbell.com December 6, 2017 Overview The medical marijuana framework right now Recreational cannabis - impending legalization
More informationCannabis: What Parents/Guardians and Caregivers Need to Know
Updated December 2018 and Caregivers Need to Know This Info-Sheet on recreational cannabis is for parents/guardians and caregivers of youth in grades 6 to 12. It provides information about cannabis, cannabis
More informationLegalization of Recreational Cannabis. Mary Ellen Bench City Solicitor, City of Mississauga November 26, 2018
Legalization of Recreational Cannabis Mary Ellen Bench City Solicitor, City of Mississauga November 26, 2018 October 17, 2018 recreational cannabis legalized (Canada) Ontario allows on-line purchases April
More informationCANNABIS AND CANADA S CHILDREN AND YOUTH CPS Podcast
CANNABIS AND CANADA S CHILDREN AND YOUTH CPS Podcast Developed by KEON MA and Dr. CHRISTINA GRANT for PedsCases.com July 6, 2018 INTRODUCTION: Keon: On June 21, 2018, Bill C-45, also known as the Cannabis
More informationCORPORATE POLICY MANUAL. 1. SCOPE 1.1 Authority This policy is issued under the authority of the Senior Executive Team.
C-37 CANADORE COLLEGE CORPORATE POLICY MANUAL TITLE: Substance Use Policy Recreational Cannabis and Alcohol EFFECTIVE DATE: October 12, 2018 1. SCOPE 1.1 Authority This policy is issued under the authority
More informationUpdate on the Legalization and Regulation of Cannabis. January 8, 2018 Regular Meeting of Delta Council
Update on the Legalization and Regulation of Cannabis January 8, 2018 Regular Meeting of Delta Council Regulatory Authority for Cannabis Federal authority: Cultivation & Manufacturing Licensing, inspection,
More informationSubmission to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health and Children
Submission to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health and Children on Outline Heads of the Public Health (Standardised Packaging of Tobacco) Bill Jan 2014 1 Contents 1. Introduction... 3 2. Executive
More informationCannabis Legalization Proposed Bylaws
2018 April 03 Page 1 of 7 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On 2017 April 13, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-45, An Act respecting cannabis and to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal
More informationOntario s Doctors Help You Make Informed Decisions: Clearing the Air About Adult Use Cannabis
Ontario s Doctors Help You Make Informed Decisions: Clearing the Air About Adult Use Cannabis Originally Written: September, 2015 Updated: June, 2018 Clearing the Air About Adult Use Cannabis There has
More informationCMA Response: Health Canada s Medical Marihuana Regulatory Proposal. Submitted to the Office of Controlled Substances Health Canada.
CMA Response: Health Canada s Medical Marihuana Regulatory Proposal Submitted to the Office of Controlled Substances Health Canada February 28, 2013 A healthy population and a vibrant medical profession
More informationLegalization of non-medical Cannabis OPSBA Update September 08, 2017
Legalization of non-medical Cannabis OPSBA Update September 08, 2017 Purpose To provide an update on the Ministry of Education s (EDU s) work in relation to the expected legalization and regulation of
More informationTobacco Control. (Update 2008)
Tobacco Control (Update 2008) CMA POLICY Tobacco is an addictive and hazardous product, and the number one cause of preventable disease and death in Canada. Canada s physicians, who see the devastating
More informationLife s brighter under the sun MEDICAL CANNABIS AND GROUP BENEFITS PLAN COVERAGE
Life s brighter under the sun MEDICAL CANNABIS AND GROUP BENEFITS PLAN COVERAGE With the legalization of recreational cannabis upon us in Canada, our conversation about cannabis use is changing. It s not
More informationburden of tobacco Key Findings about the Use and Consequences of Tobacco in Peel
1 burden of tobacco Key Findings about the Use and Consequences of Tobacco in Peel BURDEN OF TOBACCO: THE USE AND CONSEQUENCES OF TOBACCO IN PEEL REPORT OVERVIEW This report is intended to highlight the
More informationAMA Submission House of Representatives Standing Committee on Health and Ageing inquiry into the
AMA Submission House of Representatives Standing Committee on Health and Ageing inquiry into the Tobacco Plain Packaging Bill 2011 Trade Marks Amendment (Tobacco Plain Packaging) Bill 2011 July 2011 As
More informationMr José Manuel Barroso President of the European Commission Rue de la Loi 200 B-1049 Brussels. Courtesy translation
Mr José Manuel Barroso President of the European Commission Rue de la Loi 200 B-1049 Brussels Courtesy translation Parliament of Denmark International Secretariat Christiansborg DK-1240 Copenhagen K Phone:
More informationA Public Health Framework for Legalized Retail Marijuana: Avoiding a New Tobacco Industry
A Public Health Framework for Legalized Retail Marijuana: Avoiding a New Tobacco Industry Stanton A.Glantz, PhD Professor of Medicine Director, Center for Tobacco Control Research & Education 9/20/2017
More informationModel. Medical Access to Marihuana first established on a case by case basis using exemptions
Table 1: Legal Framework for Cannabis in Canada Legal Framework Section 56 Exemptions under Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (1999) Marihauna Medical Access Regulations (MMAR) 2001 Marihuana for Medical
More informationCOUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE. March 29, Table of Contents
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE March 29, 2018 Table of Contents Item From Subject Page 1 Grant Zillotto, Manager of By- Project 940 1 Law Enforcement, Licensing & Animal Services 2 Town of Milton OLA/FOPL
More informationThe Shifting Federal Regulation of Cannabis Products
The Durham Bar 2019 CLE Program The Shifting Federal Regulation of Cannabis Products Erica M. Jackson, FDA Partner K&L Gates February 6, 2019 Copyright 2018 by K&L Gates LLP. All rights reserved. OVERVIEW
More informationCANNABIS IN CANADA. Prepared by: Shaun Casey, CEO Richard Hong, VP Sales OUR VIEWS ON BILL C-45 - TO THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON HEALTH
CANNABIS IN CANADA OUR VIEWS ON BILL C-45 - TO THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON HEALTH VAPING RATHER THAN SMOKING INTRODUCING THE CLOSED SYSTEM Prepared by: Shaun Casey, CEO Richard Hong, VP Sales St. Catharines,
More informationAlberta s System for Legalized Cannabis. alberta.ca/cannabis
Alberta s System for Legalized Cannabis Cannabis Milestones April 2017: Federal legislation proposed to legalize cannabis by summer 2018 June 2017: Alberta began public engagement Oct. 2017: Alberta released
More informationAdvancing the Tobacco Endgame: Evidence and Progress. alpha Board Meeting April 24 th, 2015 Robert Schwartz
Advancing the Tobacco Endgame: Evidence and Progress alpha Board Meeting April 24 th, 2015 Robert Schwartz Overview OTRU work in previous year recap Ontario important measures, but still incremental Developments
More informationCannabis and the Workplace AMCTO Zone 1 October 11, 2017
Cannabis and the Workplace AMCTO Zone 1 October 11, 2017 Presented by: Stéphane Thiffeault General Manager, Corporate Services County Clerk and Solicitor Presentation Outline 1. Bill C-45 : Cannabis Act
More informationDear Minister Farnworth
Attn: Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Secretariat November 1, 2018 Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General File: 4912 PO Box 9285, Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9J7 Via email: cannabis.secretariat@gov.bc.ca
More informationFrequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions The Halton Regional Police Service, in collaboration with the Region of Halton Health Department, has created a collection of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding how Bill
More informationACHIEVING SMOKEFREE AOTEAROA BY2025
ACHIEVING SMOKEFREE AOTEAROA BY2025 Monitoring and evaluation plan CONTENTS Acknowledgements 1 Introduction 2 Logic model 3 Sources of information 4 Monitoring progress towards the SFA 2025 goal 4 System
More informationAPPROVED = a Majority of subcommittee members present voted yes on the recommendation
Public Health Subcommittee Meeting 11.27.2017 Voting Record APPROVED = a Majority of subcommittee members present voted yes on the recommendation Listed in the order voted on; Establish a consistent product
More informationWHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control
WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control When WHO was established in 1948, its Member States incorporated the power to negotiate treaties into its Constitution. This power remained dormant until 1996,
More informationMarijuana 101. Cristal Connelly- Marijuana Prevention & Education Consultant Washington State Department of Health- Community Based Prevention
1 Marijuana 101 Cristal Connelly- Marijuana Prevention & Education Consultant Washington State Department of Health- Community Based Prevention Overview The Law Today s Marijuana Medical Vs. Recreational
More informationAGENDA. 9:00 Sign-in and introductions 9:15 Marijuana 10:30 Break 10:45 Opioid Prevention 11:30 Discussion & Wrap-Up
AGENDA 9:00 Sign-in and introductions 9:15 Marijuana 10:30 Break 10:45 Opioid Prevention 11:30 Discussion & Wrap-Up Marijuana: Preventing Youth Use Juliet D Alessandro, Healthy Communities Specialist Today
More informationPROPOSED APPROACH TO THE REGULATION OF CANNABIS SUMMARY OF COMMENTS RECEIVED DURING THE PUBLIC CONSULTATION
PROPOSED APPROACH TO THE REGULATION OF CANNABIS SUMMARY OF COMMENTS RECEIVED DURING THE PUBLIC CONSULTATION Health Canada is responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. It ensures
More informationSUBSTANCE USE GUIDELINES
SUBSTANCE USE GUIDELINES Approved by: Academic Coordinating Committee Authorizer: Vice President, Finance and Corporate Services Reference Code: OHSS28 V1 Effective Date: 10/17/2018 PURPOSE The purpose
More informationPLANNING IMPLICATIONS FOR CANNABIS LEGISLATION. Zone 7 & 8 Spring Workshop April 19, 2018
PLANNING IMPLICATIONS FOR CANNABIS LEGISLATION Zone 7 & 8 Spring Workshop April 19, 2018 Legislative History Legislative History Legislative History Current Status Cannabis currently only permitted for
More information