Saskatchewan child advocate calls for pot law changes to protect kids
SASKATOON — Saskatchewan’s advocate for children and youth says he doesn’t think federal legislation to legalize marijuana does enough to protect young people.
Corey O’Soup is urging Ottawa to consider changes to the legislation to ensure children and youth are protected from the potential harm of legalized cannabis.
According to Health Canada, the use of cannabis on a young person’s brain can have serious effects, including increased risk of suicide and depression.
O’Soup says it’s irreparable damage that cannot be ignored.