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Health committee I'm going to echo that, but I have just one thing to point out. Again, we would have to look at this a little more in depth, but I know that even when we've looked at some of the lessons learned from Colorado and Washington, they stated that individuals express that when there
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee To what you read out from the bill? Again, I would probably have to look into that a little more. I know that—
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee Yes, of course.
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee I can speak to the education piece and highlighting its importance, as you said. Coming from when I worked the front-line, I have had the opportunity to go out to schools, albeit for many years we had difficulties even going into schools. The fact that we are moving towards leg
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee Yes, education needs to start. One of the biggest keys to prevention is bringing that education forward, and not just for youth, but for parents, educators, or those who are working alongside youth. They are a population that's important. However, I think something that also nee
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee We would like to conclude by thanking you for the opportunity to convey the ideas and recommendations of our members. Further recommendations related to the legalization of the recreational use of cannabis can be found in our position paper, which we've left with you today, title
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee Thank you, Michelle. I'd like to start off by indicating our support for the federal task force on cannabis legalization and regulation's objective to protect young Canadians by keeping marijuana out of the hands of children and youth. As I'm sure has been shared with you tod
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad
Health committee In terms of keeping our roads safe, it's important to note that we know that impaired driving is a leading criminal cause of death and injury on our roadways, and cannabinoids are among the most common psychoactive substances found in deceased and injured drivers in Canada. We a
September 13th, 2017Committee meeting
Elena Hasheminejad