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Type, aroma and THC ranges come from public strain references and the partner listing; they are not lab results for a specific batch.

How to choose edibles

Look at two numbers: the dose per piece and the total THC in the pack. Divide the total by the number of pieces and decide how much one portion should be before you start. A 400 mg bar with 20 squares holds 20 mg a square, and a 500 mg bag of 10 gummies holds 50 mg a gummy — many times a beginner dose.

Dose, timing and duration

  • Starting dose: Health Canada’s guidance for people new to edibles is to look for products with 2.5 mg of THC or less.
  • Onset: effects usually appear within 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the full effect can take up to 4 hours. Ottawa Public Health notes that the slower onset can lead to overconsumption when people take more too soon.
  • Duration: sources vary, from about 4 to 12 hours, and some effects can last longer. Newcomers often feel stronger and longer effects from the same dose than regular users.
  • Wait: allow at least two hours before having more.

If you have taken too much

Overconsumption is unpleasant but is usually temporary. Public health and cannabis-store guidance suggests staying calm, sitting or lying down somewhere safe, drinking water, having a small snack and distracting yourself with music or a show. Get urgent medical help for chest pain, seizures, loss of contact with reality or severe agitation, or if you feel something serious is wrong. Public health agencies have noted more calls to poison control about children and pets who ate edibles, so store every pack out of reach.

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Storing edibles safely

Keep edibles in their original packaging, away from heat, and well out of reach of children and pets — infused sweets look like ordinary sweets. You must be of legal age in your province: 19 in most of Canada, 18 in Alberta and 21 in Quebec.

FAQ: Edibles

How long do edibles take to work?
Health Canada says effects usually start within 30 minutes to 2 hours and can take up to 4 hours to reach full effect. Wait at least two hours before taking a second dose.
How much should I take?
For people new to edibles, Health Canada suggests products with 2.5 mg of THC or less, and increasing slowly over several sessions. The dose per piece is stated on the product page where the partner provides it.
How do I work out the dose per piece?
Divide the total THC in the pack by the number of pieces. A 500 mg bag of 10 gummies is 50 mg a gummy.
How long do edible effects last?
Sources give anywhere from about 4 to 12 hours, and some effects can last longer. Plan to stay put and avoid driving or demanding tasks.
What should I do if I take too much?
Stay calm, sit or lie down somewhere safe, drink water and have a small snack. Get urgent medical help for chest pain, seizures, loss of contact with reality or severe agitation.
How should I store edibles?
In their original packaging, away from heat, and out of reach of children and pets.