It’s no secret that cannabis helps combat veterans. But THC isn’t the only cannabis compound that may help those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), pain, and other symptoms. CBD, a non-intoxicating compound produced by the cannabis plant, may also help. RELATED STORY The VA Can’t Provide Cannabis to Veterans With PTSD, so This Group […]
Hormones are powerful chemicals that are constantly fluctuating and influencing the ways in which our bodies respond to our environments. Sex hormones, and in particular those produced in the ovaries, have been shown to play prominent roles in regulating cognitive and behavioural functioning of cisgender women.* There are two studies that examine the relationship between […]
A Denver initiative that would have made it the first city in the country to decriminalize hallucinogenic psilocybin mushrooms was trailing in the polls as early results were announced Tuesday night. The measure was losing, 54% to 45%, in early election returns on Tuesday night. As of 8:30 p.m., Initiative 301 was down by 54% […]
Welcome to Leafly’s live 4/20 coverage for 2019! As has become tradition, we’ll be updating you throughout the day with rolling coverage of news, events, and other bits and bobs to keep you informed and entertained no matter how you’re spending this most storied day in cannabis. Check back often! We’ll be posting live reports […]
Six months since Canada legalized cannabis across the country and it would seem that Canadian cannabists are keen to incorporate the leafy greens into their daily routines. More than 70% of American and Canadian cannabis consumers over the age of 21 consume cannabis daily, according to a survey released today by Leafly Canada and Kantar, […]
Since the nineties, cannabis consumers have marked 4/20 by gathering at squares and parks across Canada to collectively call for policy reforms, fair treatment, and destigmatization. By definition, it has always been a protest—though, given the amount of cannabis at these events, the mood is always jovial. But with cannabis now legal under the Cannabis […]
This new chain of cannabis stores is spreading like wildfire! Fire & Flower’s store in Ottawa’s Byward Market is the first in Ontario to open its doors but the brand also boasts an outpost in Kingston and, soon, one in Toronto. Photos by Jesse Milns for Leafly The chain is already prolific out west where […]
Canada’s first 4/20 following legalization is almost here, and progress has never smelled so sweet! The holiday for cannabists isn’t just a day for public displays of affection toward this wonderful plant, it’s also a day when dispensaries traditionally give back to their customers by offering sweet deals on cannabis products of all kinds. In Canada, […]
4/20 is fast approaching and this year being Canada’s first-ever day feteing legal cannabis is a pretty big deal deserving of a big celebration. Giant bats, fat cannons, or as some might say, doinks, have historically been among the most sensational sights at marijuana marches, but are they legal under the new federal regulations? The answer […]
Finding the best receptacles to hold your prized stash can be tricky. Following the regulation and rebranding of cannabis in Canada, many are searching for a balance of fashion and function. Gone are the days of cartoonish styles, low-quality materials, and stiff price-points—times have changed, and so have standards. With that, we’ve rounded up some […]
