Police are warning residents after several youths in Collingwood were taken to hospital after consuming cannabis edibles.
Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP say the youths consumed cannabis-infused gummies and chocolate.
As a result, officers say the youths were taken to hospital for treatment.
According to police, the youths did not suffer any long-term effects as a result of the incident.
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Police say cannabis edibles are not currently available for retail however, it is legal for a person to manufacture and possess an unlimited amount in their home.
Officers say a person can only possess and share up to 450 grams of these products in public, as long as they are not manufactured with any organic solvents.
Police are warning residents that the effects of edibles are not immediately apparent, which may cause over-consumption and unintentional overdose.
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