Next week is National Poison Prevention Week and, with the recent legalization, the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is focusing on cannabis safety around children.

Cara Zukewich is the child injury prevention coordinator with the Sask Prevention Institute. She says there are a few signs to watch for if you suspect a child has ingested cannabis.

"If you see any nausea or vomiting, any sleepiness, weakness or dizziness, those are signs that you might need medical attention," shared Zukewich.

It is important to note that cannabis that is ingested takes longer than smoked cannabis to affect the body and brain and can take 30 to 60 minutes to have an effect.

Zukewich suggests storing cannabis in a locked space out of reach of children.

"Certainly labelling anything that does contain cannabis and talking with family members and friends who care for your children to store them safely."

The majority of unintentional poisonings in Saskatchewan are due to drugs and medication. There were 28 cannabis related calls for kids under 19 to the provincial poison control centre last year. 

More tips from the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute can be found HERE.