Research

Cannabis and 'classical' psychedelics could act on similar receptors

While there's only limited data on the effects of cannabis in minors, researchers suggest it as an alternative to surgery in severe cases

But weed farmers face barriers to many of the subsidies and services afforded to other agricultural businesses

Whether dressing up for a night on the town, or curling up for a scary movie at home, many will supplement their celebrations with weed

But terpenes might be tempering the process

Data was collected via the Strainprint app, and is some of the first research of its kind to focus on regulated products

Since edibles have only been legal in Canada since 2019, there's a lack of scientific data

Several of the common smell-producing compounds in cannabis are associated with analgesic properties, and have attractive safety profiles

It’s the first federal grant to be awarded for psychedelic treatment research in 50 years

After a spike in demand for research, the DEA is proposing increased quotas for controlled substances including MDMA, LSD, psilocybin and cannabis

A majority of physicians aren't equipped to talk about medical cannabis, and patients often look for information elsewhere

Taking sublingual oils proved beneficial for chronic pain, nausea, anxiety and a list of other common ailments

On average, unregulated bud tested had 10%-lower THC than advertised

A study linked self reports of being stoned with time and movement in young adults

The firm says expenses will increase as research and 'important progress' continues

According to data firm BDSA, rapid expansion of US markets is the primary driver of cannabis sales growth over the next 5 years

The Cross-Party Group on Medical Cannabis hopes to shed light on developing treatments

The research relied on an inaccurate timeframe and didn't distinguish between legal and illegal products, critics say

Recreational sales make up the bulk of transactions, but patients stick to the medical system for a number of reasons

Researchers say their intention isn't to fearmonger, but to educate the public on potential risks

Concerns were raised that cannabis would spike accidents, especially among youth, but data show otherwise

Researchers identify 3 animals of concern because their habitats overlap with illicit sites that use toxic pesticides

The agency says it supports research into the substances and it's necessary for the FDA to approve new quotas

According to Canadian researchers, cannabis can help people cut the country's most fatal dependency

A 5-year project led by university researchers will study pot as a treatment for opioid use and dependency on methadone or suboxone

In a new study, two popular detection devices never mistook CBD for THC

Surveys from pre- and post-legalization show that heavy consumers are less likely to buy legal Canadian weed due to cost and access

A new report shows differing preferences between Canadians and Americans, as well as men and women

By perpetuating false narratives about fentanyl, lives are put at risk, advocates argue

Researchers are looking at the potential pros and cons of cannabis use on procreative fitness

If a remote worker is getting high at home during the pandemic, it’s usually during a break or near the end of a shift

40% of Canadians say they support brick-and-mortar weed stores

An international team of scientists discovered that all modern-day pot evolved from 'basal cannabis', first smoked in ancient China more than 12,000 years ago

Psilocybin has a restorative effect on neurons in frontal areas of the brain, according to researchers at Yale University

The data firm's projected market size for Canada remains at US$4B

$2M will go towards 18 research projects focusing on cannabis use among BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, veterans and individuals living with severe mental illness

Current naming conventions have added confusion to the poorly understood genetic background of the thousands of varieties in existence today

'For the last 12 to 18 months, these drugs are just stronger and stronger,' says BC paramedic

The psychedelic movement is no longer about anecdotes, experts say

Results come from the IMAGEN study, a large sample group tracked over time in 4 European countries