Older adults’ perceptions, behaviours, motivations, and concerns regarding cannabis consumption in Canada post-legalization

Cannabis Use in Older Adults: Guidance Gap After Legalization

By Benjamin Caplan, MD

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April 23, 2026

11 Min Read

A qualitative study highlights the older adults cannabis use guidance gap in Canada after legalization. Older adults primarily use cannabis for therapeutic reasons but face inadequate clinical support. This gap poses safety concerns and calls for better…