Peel Regional Police are concerned their communications staff are going to be overtaxed with calls from the public asking questions about the new cannabis legislation once pot becomes legal Oct. 17.

“Please do not call 911 when you have questions about the legalization of marijuana,” stressed Peel Regional Police Supt. Manny Rodrigues at a news conference in Brampton Tuesday, Oct. 16.

Rodrigues noted 911 is for emergencies only, so if there is an immediate danger, such as someone driving while high, that’s the only time this emergency number should be used.

So, who do you call for everything else? That depends. Here’s a quick guide: