Cannabis, Mental Health and Substance Use Health Summary Report

The Cannabis, Mental Health, and Substance Use Health: Research Knowledge Exchange Event Summary Report presents the findings and themes discussed at an event jointly hosted by CCSA (Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction) and the Mental Health Commission of Canada. With funding from Health Canada, the two organizations supported approximately 70 research teams in exploring the potential benefits, harms, and risks of cannabis on substance use health and mental health. The event provided a platform for these research teams to share their project results, observations, and experiences. Key topics included the effects of legalization on perceptions and patterns of cannabis use, the impacts of legalization on mental health and wellness, the lived experiences of equity-deserving populations, and more. Additionally, the report discusses recommendations for future research, policy, and practice.