April 18th, 2017
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This news item is more than a year old. Links, graphics, content, medical information, and statistics may be out of date. We invite you to search, visit our homepage, or contact us to find more current information on the topic you're looking for.Marijuana is currently an illegal substance in Canada, with the exception of medical marijuana, which is prescribed by a physician.
The Canadian Lung Association believes that the decision to use marijuana for medical purposes is a decision between a physician and a patient. However, we recognize that the Government of Canada is taking steps to legalize marijuana and we would like to ensure that the regulatory framework takes into account the lung health of all Canadians.