Cannabis, like any other drugs, can be harmful to your health. The risks are increased when:
- use begins in the teen years;
- cannabis is used on a daily or near-daily basis;.
- the person using cannabis has a personal or family history of substance use and/or mental health problems are also at an increased risk for experiencing harms related to cannabis use.
Check out some of the health risks highlighted by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA).
Sometimes we need to talk about why, how much, or how often we, or a family member, uses drugs or alcohol. If you or a loved one is experiencing difficulty with alcohol use, drug use or coping, visit our Where to Get Help page for a listing of supports and services.
