Researchers may be closing in on exactly why cannabis is so good at countering anxiety.

A new study, published in the journal Neuron, explains that there is an anxiety generating superhighway in the brain that connects the amygdala, the brain’s emotional centre, with the prefrontal cortex, where decision making and impulse control are managed.

The more stressful the situation a person finds themselves in, the more firmly these two areas of the brain connect, quickly elevating anxiety.

For many cannabis cultivators, the strongest impetus to redesign their indoor facility is to ensure sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. And for good reason: Growing cannabis indoors can be an energy-intensive endeavor and bad for the environment. Cultivating a single crop from seed to harvest is accompanied by literal tons of carbon emissions -- not to mention high energy costs.

But before jumping into a project like this, you should be aware that designing a grow facility can be a complex process that shouldn’t be rushed. Many small yet critical details need to be considered otherwise you may be on the path to serious complications down the road.

There’s an old problem for law enforcement when it comes to cannabis, and that is trying to prove impairment definitively. A simple blood or breath test just doesn’t work like it does with alcohol. The problem is now being tackled with very new technology, including one of the most advanced driving simulators in the world — in downtown Toronto.

Tracy Milner is a former occupational therapist and co-founder and CEO of BrainFX, an Ontario-based company. It has developed a proprietary, tablet-based cognitive testing system, often used on patients with neurological problems to assess brain function and aid in rehabilitation. Milner realized the technology’s potential beyond health issues.

As of 9 a.m. on January 16, Cannabis 2.0 products will be available for purchase through the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) for the first time. 

More than 50 products will be introduced, including edibles and vapes, but topicals, most drinks and extracts are still to come. Accessories like batteries and storage containers will also be available.

The new wave of products were legalized on October 17, 2019, but are just beginning to hit the shelves as licensed producers await product approval from Health Canada. 

Cannabis has been legal for over a year now. But edibles, topicals and extracts are fresh on the market. So why not ring in the new year with the best of them?

Alberta Cannabis is the province’s only legal online store for recreational cannabis. Here’s a selected variety of prerolls, flowers, oils and softgels, some rich in CBD or THC, or some simply a funky hybrid for you to choose from!

Check out the official website of Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) for more options. 

Prerolls

Highlands by Tweed

1 preroll for $12.49

CBD patches for pain are an excellent, non-addictive option for those who need relief. Learn how they work, who should consider them, and more here.

In the 1st century, Romans boiled the roots of the cannabis plant and applied it on their skin for a variety of health concerns.

Today, we are doing the same thing but in a more technologically advanced way.

With advanced extractions processes, we now have CBD patches for pain and other health problems.

Keep reading to learn how they work, the benefits, and who might be interested in this method of taking CBD.

Edibles are flying off the shelves in Winnipeg, but analysts warn that it’s too early to tell whether the tasty new treats will prove filling or leave a bad taste in the mouth.

Cannabis-infused edibles, extracts, beverages and topicals became available in the province — and most of the country — on Dec. 17, although they have been hard to come by since then.

“We have been kind of cyclically selling out of these products,” John Arbuthnot, CEO of Delta 9 cannabis stores, told CBC. “Anecdotally, I mean, it was a very positive reception.”

A company has filed a patent for a technology that will help delivery of fat-soluble medications, including CBD.

Holista CollTech has filed its 100%-owned global patent for platform technology that will deliver many fat-soluble medications, including CBD, by creating a water-soluble delivery system.

After Canada legalized cannabis edibles, almost all cannabis companies began to focus on developing recreational products. They’re already fighting to get a head start in the edibles market. As edibles are becoming more popular among users, some experts are warning about the risks associated with consuming them.

The wait is finally over for cannabis users wanting to try THC-infused edibles.

The first shipment of cannabis gummies, chocolates, cookies and drinks arrived at pot shops across London Friday morning, with the new products ready for sale when the doors opened.

Legislation that allows for the sale of derivative cannabis products, dubbed "cannabis 2.0," went into effect on Dec. 17, 2019. And while many customers were hoping edibles would be available for Christmas, delays due to regulatory checkpoints and logistics set deliveries back.

At cannabis store J. London, located at 691 Richmond Street, there was a steady stream of customers perusing the new menu of treats and asking questions.