Cannabis Impairment & Driving
What is cannabis? Cannabis is a drug that comes from the cannabis sativa plant and is used for both medical and recreational purposes. The cannabis plant contains chemical substances known as cannabinoids which can affect cell receptors in our brains and the bodies. The most well-known cannabinoid is THC, which is the component responsible for […]
Top 8 Medical Cannabis News & Research Stories from Q3 2021
With a plethora of cannabis news and research being published daily, we wanted to share with you some interesting and important stories that have come out in the last few months. Please feel free to send us stories to share in our next Q4 update by email at Marketing@apolloresearch.ca! Have a favourite story? Share it […]
Medical Cannabis Now: Mythbusters Edition
Hi everyone and welcome to our 15th episode of Medical Cannabis Now! Today, we wanted to cover common myths and misconceptions around cannabis, especially medical. As cannabis was considered illegal for so many years, not only did it hinder research, but facts around the plant were generally restricted to word of mouth, which led to […]
The History of Apollo & Medical Cannabis Research in Canada
Welcome to the 13th episode of Medical Cannabis Now where we’ll be talking about the history of Apollo and medical cannabis in Canada. As a research facility and a medical cannabis clinic, cannabis research is a large part of our practice and a pillar stone in how we find success with our patients. Medical Cannabis […]
How to Claim Medical Cannabis on Tax Returns
How to Claim Medical Cannabis on Your Tax Return **Please note this is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. You should consult your financial advisor, accountant, lawyer, or tax specialist if you have any questions about filing your taxes. Since the legalization of medical cannabis in Canada, citizens have become more receptive […]
What to Expect From an Online/Virtual Medical Cannabis Appointment
What’s an online/virtual medical cannabis appointment, and why are you offering them? Apollo’s virtual appointments provide Canadians with access to a healthcare practitioner who is able to prescribe medical cannabis anywhere across the country. The appointment offers great convenience, as it can be completed from the comfort of your own home and is conducted through a […]
How to Get a Medical Cannabis Card in Canada
What is a medical cannabis card? A medical cannabis card is more accurately called a Medical Document, which can be thought of as a medical cannabis prescription. This prescription, required by Health Canada, allows you to access medical cannabis directly from a licensed producer (LP). A doctor or, in some provinces, a nurse practitioner completes […]
A Day in the Life of: A Manager at Apollo
Author: Sourena Saneei, Clinic Manager “The more intensely we feel about an idea or a goal, the more assuredly the idea…will direct us along the path to its fulfillment.” – Earl Nightingale My day starts when I first arrive at the clinic with a brief huddle with the Reception, Triage and Patient Care Specialist teams […]
Cannabis Act, ACMPR, and More: Canadian Cannabis Regulation Simplified
MMAR, MMPR, ACMPR, Cannabis Act; The world of cannabis regulation can be difficult to navigate with the regular updates to Canadian law. Apollo is here to help you understand the landscape in 2020, and ensure that you have the resources you need to stay educated. Access & updates to The Cannabis Act as per […]
Free Educational Video Sessions: Medical Vs. Recreational
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