You have just gone through a breakup and feel down tonight… To take your mind off it, you go to your friend’s party. Someone offers you to smoke cannabis. Your friend’s parents aren’t home, so everything is cool!
What do you do?
I accept
I hesitate
I refuse
I accept
You cough a little, but you think it’s pretty good! One of your friends also offers you a used vape to buy. Everyone in the group likes it, and it’s easy to hide while at school.
What will you do next time?
I take it
Because I want to be accepted by the group
Because it tastes good and it's safe
Because it's cool and legal
I don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Because it's unhealthy for my body
Because it's illegal
I hesitate
Your friends tell you it’s legal and that smoking once won’t get you addicted. They say: “Just take a puff to try it out. It’ll take your mind off your problems, especially when you’re feeling down, it’ll just make you laugh!”
What do you do?
I give in
I still refuse
I refuse
I don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Because it's unhealthy for my body
Because it's illegal
I take it
Because I want to be accepted by the group
It is best to avoid any cannabis use, but if you do anyway, do it within your limits! Start with small amounts and wait to feel the effects. The amount you consume will definitely not be the same as your friend. Don’t do it because of peer pressure, if you think it’s a no, say no!
See the next situationI take it
Because it tastes good and it's safe
Wrong!
Cannabis can have short-term effects on memory, attention span, judgment, and learning ability.
Cannabis use can have serious consequences if done before driving or in combination with other substances. In higher doses, the risks of having a “bad trip” are greater: hallucinations, paranoia, and panic attacks.
Be careful with the dosage! Edible products can take up to two hours to take effect (do not consume anything in the meantime). The concentration found in products from illegal sources is unknown.
See the next situationI take it
Because it's cool and legal
Wrong! The minimum legal age to possess and purchase cannabis and to be permitted on the premises of the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) is 21 years old.
For minors, possession of cannabis can lead to criminal or penal charges depending on the quantities in possession. Obviously, smoking cannabis in public places is also prohibited, which includes educational institutions.
As for road safety, there is zero tolerance for cannabis and driving!
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it goes against my values
Staying true to your values is essential to being an authentic person. Being part of a group of friends doesn’t mean you have to change. Stay true to yourself and make the right choice!
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it's unhealthy for my body
That's right!
Cannabis can have short-term effects on memory, attention span, judgment, and learning ability.
Cannabis use can have serious consequences if done before driving or in combination with other substances.
In higher doses, the risks of having a “bad trip” are greater: hallucinations, paranoia, and panic attacks.
Be careful with the dosage! Edible products can take up to two hours to take effect (do not consume anything in the meantime). The concentration found in products from illegal sources is unknown.
See the next situationI don't take it
Because it's illegal
That’s right!
The minimum legal age to possess and purchase cannabis and to be permitted on the premises of the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) is 21 years old.
For minors, possession of cannabis can lead to criminal or penal charges depending on the quantities in possession. Obviously, smoking cannabis in public places is also prohibited, which includes educational institutions.
As for road safety, there is zero tolerance for cannabis and driving!
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