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Pediatric Cannabis Poisoning Stakeholder Toolkit
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Pediatric Cannabis Poisoning Stakeholder Toolkit

Publication date: 2023
Author: Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction

Presents key facts, social media graphics and messaging to help organizations raise awareness of pediatric cannabis poisoning through public education campaigns. The collateral conveys the important message of keeping cannabis edibles safely stored and out of reach from children, in the same way that we do for other dangerous household items.

Social Media Materials

Please feel free to download the following graphics and pair them with any of the sample posts for your social media platforms. Together we can keep kids safe by raising awareness around pediatric cannabis poisoning. Thank you for helping us spread the word!

You do not need permission to use these materials on your social media channels. If you want to use them for anything other than social media (e.g., PowerPoint presentation) or if you want to adapt this content, please complete our online copyright permission form.

 

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Sample post:

We make sure that children avoid dangerous situations. Why treat cannabis edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Baby gate next to plate of cannabis edibles

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Baby gate next to plate of cannabis edibles

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Sample post:

We take steps around the home to prevent dangerous situations for children. Why treat edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Wall outlet next to cannabis gummy bear

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Wall outlet next to cannabis gummy bear

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Sample post:

From making sure scissors are put away to babyproofing cupboards, we do everything we can to keep our kids safe. Why treat cannabis edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Child-proof latch on door next to cannabis brownies

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Child-proof latch on door next to cannabis brownies

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Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and can have long-term effects on their health. Be sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Medication bottle next to cannabis gummy bear

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Medication bottle next to cannabis gummy bear

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Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Make sure you and your children’s caregivers store edibles out of reach from children. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Container of bleach next to plate of cannabis edibles

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Container of bleach next to plate of cannabis edibles

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Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Disposable lighter next to cannabis gummy bear

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Disposable lighter next to cannabis gummy bear

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Sample post:

There is no difference between cannabis edibles and any other dangerous household items. Make sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Scissors next to cannabis brownies

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Scissors next to cannabis brownies

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Sample post:

Kids can’t tell the difference between regular treats and cannabis edibles. Make sure to store edibles safely and avoid consuming in front of children. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Picture of two gummy bears. Can you tell which one contains cannabis?

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Picture of two gummy bears. Can you tell which one contains cannabis?

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Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Always remember to keep your edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Warning label: Most cannabis edible poisonings happen at home.

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Warning label: Most cannabis edible poisonings happen at home.

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Sample post:

More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning. Keep kids safe and store edibles safely. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Safely and securely store your cannabis products.

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Safely and securely store your cannabis products.

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Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and can have long-term effects on their health. Be sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning.

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More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning.

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Sample post:

We make sure that children avoid dangerous situations. Why treat cannabis edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Baby gate next to plate of cannabis edibles

Download the square

Baby gate next to plate of cannabis edibles

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

We take steps around the home to prevent dangerous situations for children. Why treat edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Wall outlet next to cannabis gummy bear

Download the square

Wall outlet next to cannabis gummy bear

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

From making sure scissors are put away to babyproofing cupboards, we do everything we can to keep our kids safe. Why treat cannabis edibles differently? Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Child-proof latch on door next to cannabis brownies

Download the square

Child-proof latch on door next to cannabis brownies

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and can have long-term effects on their health. Be sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Medication bottle next to cannabis gummy bear

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Medication bottle next to cannabis gummy bear

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Make sure you and your children’s caregivers store edibles out of reach from children. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Container of bleach next to plate of cannabis edibles

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Container of bleach next to plate of cannabis edibles

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Disposable lighter next to cannabis gummy bear

Download the square

Disposable lighter next to cannabis gummy bear

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

There is no difference between cannabis edibles and any other dangerous household items. Make sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Scissors next to cannabis brownies

Download the square

Scissors next to cannabis brownies

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Kids can’t tell the difference between regular treats and cannabis edibles. Make sure to store edibles safely and avoid consuming in front of children. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Picture of two gummy bears. Can you tell which one contains cannabis?

Download the square

Picture of two gummy bears. Can you tell which one contains cannabis?

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and should be treated like anything else that could put their safety at risk. Always remember to keep your edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Warning label: Most cannabis edible poisonings happen at home.

Download the square

Warning label: Most cannabis edible poisonings happen at home.

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning. Keep kids safe and store edibles safely. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

Safely and securely store your cannabis products.

Download the square

Safely and securely store your cannabis products.

Download the rectangle for a story

Sample post:

Cannabis edibles are poisonous for kids and can have long-term effects on their health. Be sure to keep edibles out of reach, away from other food, and in child-resistant containers. Learn more at www.ccsa.ca/cannabis.

More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning.

Download the square

More kids are being hospitalized from cannabis poisoning.

Download the rectangle for a story

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