Health Canada Recalls Cannabis Gummies Over Incorrect THC Levels
Health Canada is recalling a brand of cannabis gummies sold in four provinces after discovering the amount of THC inside did not match what was shown on the package.
The recall affects Wintermint Chillows and Cinnamon Chillows cannabis extract gummies. According to Health Canada, the gummies contain more THC—the main chemical in cannabis that causes a “high”—than the label says. The products were sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario.
The alert warns that some pouches contain more than 10 mg of THC, and the amount can vary a lot from one pouch to another. This makes it hard for users to know how much THC they are consuming.
Health Canada says this could lead to “over-intoxication” and short-term negative health effects. Possible symptoms include:
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confusion
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trouble thinking clearly
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anxiety or panic
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feeling faint (low blood pressure)
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rapid heartbeat
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problems with movement or focus
In more serious cases, too much THC could cause paranoia, delusions, or hallucinations.
Anyone who has these recalled gummies is asked to stop using them right away. They should return them to the store where they were purchased or throw them away safely so children and teens can’t access them.
Since cannabis was legalized in 2018, several products have been recalled in Canada for incorrect THC levels on the label.
