Even though cannabis was legalised across Canada in 2018, it wasn’t until 2019 that we finally saw shelves stocked with cannabis edibles. Consumers can choose from gummies, chocolate bars, flavoured drinks, and more.
If you’re trying to cut back on smoking, or you’re looking for a tasty snack that packs a punch, cannabis edibles may be right for you. But consuming edibles is markedly different from smoking or vaping cannabis. Before you try it, here are a few things to note:
In Canada, specific laws surround the production and marketing of edible cannabis. We’re going to explain how edibles are regulated in The Great White North:
Packaging
You won’t see bright labels and creative packaging when you’re purchasing edibles. To make these products less appealing to children, the labels must be plain and basic. Brands are prohibited from using too many colours or vibrant patterns.
The label itself needs to include the THC and CBD content of the product. In addition, it will feature health warnings from Health Canada.
Potency
There’s a limit on how potent edibles can be. No more than 10-milligrams of THC are permitted in these products. This restriction is designed to prevent people from accidentally overconsuming edibles.
It is prohibited to add substances like alcohol, nicotine, or vitamins and minerals to edible cannabis products.
Safety
Just like dried cannabis, edibles need to be packaged in childproof containers. Secure packaging prevents a young child from mistaking a package of cannabis gummies for a snack. It also keeps edible cannabis out of reach of pets.
Possession Limit
Just as you can only legally carry a certain amount of dried cannabis, you can only carry so much edible cannabis on you in a public space. In Canada, the legal possession limit is 450 grams of edible cannabis. Carrying any more than this is considered a criminal offence.
Preventing Cross-Contamination
If you have plans to order your favourite cannabis-infused beverage in a restaurant, we have bad news for you. In Canada, restaurants cannot serve any food or drink that contains cannabis.
When it comes to manufacturing edibles, it cannot be done in the same facility where other products are created. And to prevent the risk of food-borne illnesses, edible cannabis cannot contain raw meat, fish, or poultry.
Edible cannabis comes in all sorts of forms—these days, there are chocolate bars, tea bags, and soft baked goods. Interested in giving edibles a shot? The Joint has a cannabis shop on Henderson with a wide selection of tasty edibles. On our website, you can sort by brand name or THC content.
At The Joint, we always have something in stock for you; check out our online store today!
