RADAR CANNABIS PROJECT

RADAR was awarded a two-year grant (Sept. 2020-Sept. 2022) from the Mental Health Commission of Canada to conduct a participatory video project on cannabis use among people with mental health issues. The aim of this project is to produce three educational documentary videos about cannabis use and mental health, with the intention of informing the public and reducing stigma around these topics.

All three videos were completed in February 2022 and are now available on our YouTube channel. The videos (each around 10 minutes in length) are in English, but contain French and English subtitles. We held a well-attended virtual premiere screening on February 16th, 2022 which included a lively panel discussion with the film directors and producers.

If you would like to organize a private screening to your organization with a panel discussion (in-person or virtually), please contact Rob Whitley at robert.whitley@mcgill.ca

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Weeding through the Myths: Cannabis 101

An introduction to cannabis and its usage, and an exploration of the origins of the stigma, prejudices, discrimination, myths and stereotypes associated with cannabis use.

Medical Cannabis for Mental Health

A documentary investigating the reasons why people with mental health issues use cannabis, specifically with regards to impact on their everyday functioning, with excerpts from people who use cannabis and academic experts.

Joint Forces: Cannabis Use, Chronic Pain and PTSD among Canadian Veterans

A documentary examining the medical use of cannabis among Canadian military veterans to help with PTSD and chronic pain, with interviews with veterans and academic experts.