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Health > Medications and Treatments > Medical Marijuana

Offers information on the therapeutic use of marijuana including news releases, legislation, and research, as well as application guides and forms.


Medical Use of Marihuana

Health Canada grants access to marihuana for medical use to those who are suffering from grave and debilitating illnesses.
Source:     Health Canada

Canada's Drug Strategy: Marihuana for Medical Purposes

The Government of Canada offers compassionate access to marihuana for Canadians who suffer from serious medical conditions and for whom conventional therapies have not been successful. Health Canada also supports a research program into the safety and effectiveness of marihuana as a medicine.
Source:     Health Canada