WHAT IS THC?

THC is short for tetrahydrocannabinol, THC is the most common cannabinoid in cannabis which is responsible for the way our brain and body responds to cannabis, causing the High.

WHAT IS CBD?

CBD is short for cannabidiol. CBD affects various processes in your body but does not produce a high or intoxicating effect.

HOW DO I CONTACT THE LICENSED PRODUCER OF MY PRODUCT?

The licensed producer of every product provides their name and contact details on the product label, including an email address and phone number. Label also includes a lot number. Lot number is required if making a product inquiry.

DO CANNABIS PRODUCTS HAVE AN EXPIRY DATE? 

Cannabis labels list the date that the cannabis was packaged, which indicates when the finished product was placed and sealed in its final packaging. Expiry dates, which are directionally used to communicate the stability of the product in regards to potency, are not mandatory in Health Canada regulations, so some licensed producers will provide them, but many do not.

If the product is properly stored in a dark, dry place and in an airtight container, it should maintain its full potency until opened.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THC AND TOTAL THC ON A CANNABIS PRODUCT LABEL?

“THC” refers to the number of active cannabinoids contained in the product at the time of purchase before it is heated by vaping, smoking or cooking.

“Total THC” refers to the levels of active cannabinoids in the cannabis after it has been prepared for consumption by heating through vaping, smoking or cooking. The “Total” cannabinoid content numbers are most helpful in identifying the potential potency that the product may have when consumed.

HOW DO I UNDERSTAND THE THC AND CBD CONTENT DISPLAYED ON MY CANNABIS PRODUCT LABEL?

In its natural state, cannabis has a low level of active cannabinoids. When cannabis is decarboxylated, either through heating or processing, its cannabinoid levels increase. So, the CBD and THC content are displayed on every product label in two ways.

On package labels, the first numbers, listed as “THC” and/or “CBD”, represent the active cannabinoid levels in the cannabis as purchased. Dried cannabis will have a low level of active cannabinoids because it hasn’t been heated yet.

The second numbers are listed as “Total THC” and “Total CBD.” These figures represent the active cannabinoid levels in the cannabis when ready for consumption. Because oil and capsule products have been processed (and the cannabinoids heated already), the second and first numbers will be the same between products.

HOW LONG WILL CANNABIS STAY IN MY SYSTEM?

This always depends on how much you consume, how you consume it and your genetics, age, personality, gender and other personal biological factors. Effects can take up to 24 hours to fully dissipate, but THC can be detectable in the bloodstream for up to seven days or more, depending on several factors, including frequency of use.

There are few reports of secondary intoxication (i.e. from secondhand smoke or vape), but it also depends on a number of factors, including dose and ventilation of the space.