Author: Hoppy History

Before 1908, Canada, like many other countries, had relatively lax regulations regarding the legality of drugs, and several substances that are now considered illegal were readily available and even used for various purposes. It’s important to note that during this time, the understanding of the risks and effects of these substances was limited, and societal norms and regulations evolved over the years. Here are a few examples of substances that were legal in Canada before 1908 but are now illegal or heavily regulated: Opium: Opium was relatively common and available for various medicinal and recreational purposes in Canada before the…