Cannabis is a plant that's often used as medicine or as a recreational drug.
Since October 17, 2018, under federal law, individuals over 18 years of age are allowed to possess and consume recreational cannabis. However, in many cases, the provinces have further increased this age requirement. In Ontario, only individuals over 19 years of age may possess and consume recreational cannabis.
OSAP can fund your education through:
You’re automatically considered for both grants and loans when you apply for OSAP, but you have the option of declining the loan.
If you do accept OSAP’s loan, you’ll be expected to pay that money back once you finish your studies. The loan begins accruing interest six months after you graduate.
OHIP covers:
Before school starts, you and your parents will need to make sure you’re registered and placed at the right grade level. You’ll also need to pick your courses. In Ontario schools, there are many courses to choose from. Some are required (like English and certain levels of math) while others (called electives) are optional.
The tests are a way to measure your progress against a provincial standard of educational achievements. The results also show what needs improvement in the public education system, and holds educators accountable for what they're supposed to be teaching.
Students take the EQAO test at different points throughout their public education. Every student in Ontario has to take the EQAO test in:
To get your first licence (G1) you will need to take a written test.
You get consent by asking your partner(s) for permission to do something sexual.
You give consent by allowing your partner(s) to do something sexual.
If you try to be sexual with someone without their consent, you’re doing something that they haven’t agreed to, and that’s considered sexual assault or rape.
You need to give consent and get consent before doing anything, whether it’s hugging, kissing, touching, sex or anything else.
Young newcomers experience lots of mental health challenges. Many young newcomers experience anxiety or depression because of moving to a new place, adjusting to a new culture, facing language barriers and racial discrimination, which can all cause stress.
Anxiety is when you start worrying about things more than usual. You can tell if you are anxious if:
