Below are links to a range of relevant and easy-to-use cannabis resources, guides and tools for youth, parents, caregivers and teachers. 

(Also click or go to sidebar for Research Data, Legalization and Regulation, Harm Reduction and Support).

For Youth

• Legalization of Cannabis: Factsheet for Students A two-page document published by Vancouver School Board outlining some core messages for youth
• Ten Questions About Cannabis Use for Teens A current, Canadian infographic from Teen Mental Health.org
• This is Your Brain on Pot - a CBC news interactive site explaining the key impacts of cannabis on the brain.
• Marijuana Use Among BC Youth McCreary Society infographic on cannabis use based on 2013 survey data
• Is cannabis safe to use? Facts for youth aged 13–17 years Part of the Government of Canada’s “Cannabis Evidence Brief” series

For Parents and Caregivers

• Legalization of Cannabis: Factsheet for Parents and Caregivers A two-page document published by Vancouver School Board outlining some core messages for parents and caregivers
• Talking Pot CCSA Communication Guide. An extensive 2018 guide for parents on having conversations with youth about cannabis
• iMind’s Quick Guide to Drug Use One page fact sheet that outlines four factors for assessing how risky drug use can be. CARBC
• Ten Questions About Cannabis Use and Your Teen A current, Canadian info-graphic from Teen Mental Health.org
• Cannabis Use and Youth Guide for parents developed by CISUR and also available on Here to Help website.
• This is Your Brain on Pot - a CBC news interactive site explaining the key impacts of cannabis on the brain.
• Conversation Starters with Youth about Cannabis Brief suggestions on ways to approach the topic of cannabis use with youth. Developed by Supporting And Connecting Youth (SACY)
• Cannabis, Children and Youth – A Parent’s Guide Center for Addiction Research of BC guidebook for parents [2012]
• Cannabis Talk Kit: Know How to Talk with Your Teen A conservative guide for parents on discussing cannabis with their teen; developed by Drug Free Kids Canada
• Talking about Cannabis with Youth a PowerPoint presentation from SACY and the Boys and Girls Club; touches on communication skills, youth socializing, making delaying use meaningful and more 

For Teachers

• iMinds is a collection of health education resources that address multiple areas of BC's new curriculum; published by Centre for Addictions Research of BC 
• Ten questions about Cannabis Use and Your Student A current, Canadian infographic from Teen Mental Health.org
• Cycles  A classroom resource (video and guide) for secondary schools; developed by Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences (TRACE) research program with youth in British Columbia. 
• This is Your Brain on Pot - a CBC news interactive site explaining the key impacts of cannabis on the brain.
• A Question of Influence Nova Scotia school curriculum, grade 7 – 9 drug education curriculum
• Alberta Health Services Multi-grade level lesson plans and other substance use and mental health resources 
• Vancouver Coastal Health School Health Manual A list of counselling and health promotion services serving schools

"420" Cannabis Event

'420' (pronounced ‘four twenty’) is a term used mostly in North America. It refers to the consumption of cannabis (marijuana) and may be used to identify oneself with cannabis subculture. 420 observances are based on time (4:20pm) as well as date (April 20th) each year.

Vancouver Board of Education Policy:

-  When April 20th falls on a school day school attendance is expected
- Attendance will be taken, and students will be marked absent as on any other day
- For many reasons, VSB does not endorse students participating in 420

• SACY "420" 2019 document for teachers and others
• Facts, Fiction and Conversation Starters 2019 Parent Document
• VCH harm reduction "420"/cannabis use document