What is CBN in Cannabis?
CBN stands for cannabinol, and it is one of the many cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that interact with the body's endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in regulating various physiological functions. Here's a simple explanation of CBN: 1. Formation: CBN is not directly produced by the cannabis plant but…
General Effects of Different Cannabis Products
People always ask us about the different effects of various cannabis products. Picture it like a buffet with various dishes, each offering a unique flavor and experience. Here we offer a breakdown of a few varieties of cannabis products and some potential effects. This is of course a general overview and there could be differences…
Mirage: Craft Cannabis & Craft Service
What does it mean "Craft Cannabis?" A quick glance of our menu will show that most of our dried flower and pre-rolls have the label "CRAFT" on display. What exactly is craft and why do we focus on it so much at Mirage? Craft cannabis refers to cannabis that is grown and produced by small…
What Are Live Resin Vapes?
Live resin vapes are a type of cannabis concentrate and a method of consuming cannabis. They are a relatively new and popular product in the cannabis market. Live resin is made from fresh, frozen cannabis plants, typically right after they are harvested. The key difference between live resin and other cannabis concentrates like shatter, wax…
Mirage: Leader in Cannabis Delivery in Toronto
Did you know you can order cannabis on Uber Eats? Yes! Life just got that much easier for customers! With just a few clicks, you can have the finest cannabis products delivered to your door. Mirage Cannabis was one of the first retailers to join Uber. And now we are the undisputed leaders on the…
Mirage Wins Award!
The results are in and Mirage has been selected as one of the winners of this year's Indigo Design Awards. Iliana Sergeev of IS Design is a talented designer who collaborated with us to bring our vision of Mirage to life. This collaboration made Iliana a Silver Winner in Branding for Hemp & CBD. We…
Cannabis Lozenges
Cannabis lozenges are small, candy-like treats that are infused with cannabis. They are designed to dissolve slowly in the mouth. Lozenges offer a discreet and easy-to-use alternative to smoking or vaping cannabis. Cannabis lozenges work by slowly releasing cannabinoids into the bloodstream through the tissues in the mouth. The cannabinoids are absorbed sublingually, which means…
What are Terpenes?
Terpenes are organic compounds found in many plants, including the cannabis plant. They are responsible for the plant's aroma and flavor, and are thought to play a role in the therapeutic effects of cannabis. There are over 100 different terpenes found in cannabis, but some of the most common ones include: Myrcene - This terpene…
What is CBG in Cannabis?
Cannabigerol (CBG) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant, alongside other cannabinoids such as THC and CBD. CBG is known as the "stem cell" cannabinoid, as it is the precursor to the other cannabinoids produced by the plant. CBG has gained attention in recent years for its potential therapeutic benefits, including as an…
What is CBC in Cannabis?
Cannabichromene (CBC) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid that is found in the cannabis plant, along with other cannabinoids such as THC and CBD. CBC is one of the lesser-known cannabinoids, but it has been gaining attention in recent years due to its potential therapeutic benefits. CBC is produced by the cannabis plant in small amounts, and…
8 Ways to Reduce Harm from Smoking
Smoking cannabis is the most popular method of consumption. Smoking anything can have undesirable effects on your respiratory system, which can accumulate over time. Here are some tips for enjoying cannabis products while reducing some of the potential harms of smoking. 1. Use an actual filter when smoking joints. THC molecules are too small to…
Top Hash Products and How to Consume Them
Have you tried hash before? At Mirage Cannabis, we carry many different kinds of hash. You can come in store and talk with our amazing budtenders about any hash products, order for pick up, or delivery. Here are some common ways people enjoy hash: - by itself - with tobacco - with dried flower Hash…
What Are Infused Pre-Rolls?
Have you heard about infused pre-rolled joints? They are relativelly new types of products available at your local dispensary (i.e. Mirage). At our cannabis store, we carry a lovely selection of these kinds of joints and we are always happy to recommend you the best cannabis products suited to your needs and goals. An infused…
Top 10 Cannabis Beverages for Highdration
Cannabis beverages are rising as a much-loved method of consumption for weed lovers and explorers alike. With amazing scientific advancements and creative flavours, you are sure to enjoy these satisfying beverages with little to no cannabis taste. With nano-infusion, the cannabinoids are bound to the liquid molecule which gives a consistent flavour with each sip…
Are Edibles or Vapes Better for Me?
Are you wondering what method of consumption is best to enjoy cannabis recreationally? Mirage, your friendly local cannabis dispensary is here to guide you every step of your decision making process! Edibles We carry many different kinds of cannabis edibles: gummies, chocolates, brownies, and cookies (and don't forget beverages!). There are edibles with only THC…
Top Ten Must-Try Dried Flower Cannabis
Not all flowers are the same. If you’ve ever smoked or vaped dried flower and not felt the effects you wanted, then that strain was probably not for you. Yes, other factors could have played a role such as your state of mind/body at the moment of consumption and the surroundings. For the most part…
Top 5 Concentrates for High THC
People are always coming into Mirage store asking about high THC cannabis. The answer is: concentrates. Depending on the type of concentrates, you can consume products with THC levels close to 90%! Dried cannabis flower can only go so high on its own in terms of THC (~30% at most). Methods of Consumption: You can…
Spring Block Party
Mirage Cannabis is throwing a big party to celebrate our community! We love living and working here and now we want to party with our neighbours and friends near and far. APRIL 23, 2022 *Rain or Shine* 12 - 5 pm Join us for live musical performances by Jazz stars Delilah and Dave Sereny, Pete…
Is Unregulated Cannabis Safe?
As a licensed cannabis store, we may be biased in our preference for regulated recreational weed. Yes we want you to visit our store to receive the highest quality customer service and handpicked organic, craft, and other products–BUT most importantly, we care about our community members’ health and safety. Your local dispensaries are not the…
Indica and Sativa Labels Meaningless?
Researchers at Dalhousie university tested hundreds of cannabis strains labelled “indica” and “sativa” to find out about the chemical makeup of the plants. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ They measured THC, CBD, and terpenes (what gives off the aromas). Their findings showed that “indica and sativa labels are largely meaningless” in terms of the compounds that affect consumer experience…
Why Organic?
Companies that use organic growing practices yield high quality cannabis products that have less harmful impacts. Ammonia, heavy metals, and other chemicals are not used on certified organic products which means there is less run-off waste damaging the environment. That leads to premium quality flower that does not carry these harmful chemicals to your body…
Dispensary or Cannabis Store?
In Canada, a licensed recreational retailer is called a cannabis store. "Dispensary" is commonly used to refer to establishments that carry products for medical use. In late 2010s we saw a lot of unlicensed shops that were called dispensaries so the word also carries that history. Today the cannabis retail market in Ontario is oversaturated…
Cannabis and Mental Health
Many people use cannabis to deal with mental health issues. Cannabis stores in Canada are not legally allowed to make any medical claims regarding the use of cannabis. We can only speak to recreational consumption. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What we can do is share with our community some excellent local resources to support you! We have made…
Trailblazing Technology at Mirage Cannabis Store
We are Canada’s first cannabis retailer to use Tap2View technology! Not only do we provide you with high quality, hand picked craft, organic, and other cannabis products--at Mirage we provide an interactive, technologically enhanced shopping and learning experience. Come into our store and grab any of the display packages. Tap the item on the reader…
Methods of Consumption: Beyond the Smoke
Consuming cannabis by burning dried flower is by far the most popular method of consumption. In this post, we go over the most common ways people use cannabis, the onset (time it takes to feel the effects), duration (how long the effects generally last), and advantages and disadvantages of each. 1. Inhalation: Smoking Rolling dried…
Safe(r) Consumption
Cannabis can enrich your recreational experiences when consumed responsibly. As with any substance, there can be harmful or undesirable effects related to cannabis use. At Mirage, we support adult access to cannabis products from trusted sources. We are your local trusted source of tested cannabis products and well-researched reliable information about all things cannabis. Here…
Reimagining Retail
There is a lot of serious research out there on how to get people to buy more. As retailers, we may be drawn to these seemingly magical formulas, hoping to increase our profits. Yes we hope to run a successful, profitable business, but here at Mirage we want to earn your patronage by providing you…
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