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Trudeau Sets a Date: Canada Will Legalize Cannabis on October 17
The Prime Minister expressed hope that Canada's cannabis retail systems will be ready to do business on the date of legalization.
The Canadian Press - June 20, 2018Canadian Government Rejects 13 Changes to Cannabis Act
Among the rejected proposals are calls to ban home-grown cannabis and 'cannabis swag.'
The Canadian Press - June 13, 2018Ontario to Revamp Cannabis Regs, Allow Private Retailers
The provincial government is expected to make an announcement as early as next week, outlining a plan to let the private sector own and operate cannabis shops.
The Canadian Press - July 27, 2018Days Into Legalization, Canada Is Already Running out of Cannabis
Shortages could last up to at least six months.
The Canadian Press - October 19, 2018Bumper Crop Bust: Ontario LP Faces Charges for Overproduction
Police are working to identify production licence holders growing excessive amounts of cannabis under Health Canada authorizations.
The Canadian Press - August 6, 2018Articles contributed to Leafly (by most recent)
Legal cannabis celebrates its first anniversary in Canada: What’s next?
This week marks the first anniversary of Canada's recreational cannabis legalization, meaning it's a good time to review what's happened over the year.
The Canadian Press - October 17, 2019Lottery for Next Wave of Ontario Cannabis Stores Being Held Today
More cannabis stores are on the horizon.
The Canadian Press - August 20, 2019CannTrust Shares Dip, Second Cannabis Facility Rated Non-compliant
CannTrust continues to boil in hot water as their second cannabis production facility failed to pass Health Canada's latest inspection.
The Canadian Press - August 13, 2019Canada’s First Legal Outdoor Grow-Ops Awaiting Licenses
“We were biting our fingernails a bit. You can’t change the season outdoors."
The Canadian Press - May 17, 2019Vets Lobby to Expand Canadian Cannabis Laws to Include Pets
Veterinarians want to prescribe medical cannabis to their pet patients, helping owners navigate health issues and improve quality of life.
The Canadian Press - May 15, 2019Toronto Wolfpack to Launch Line of CBD Products for Athletes
The Toronto rugby team say they are the first pro sports team to enter the CBD-infused products marketplace.
The Canadian Press - May 13, 2019New Brunswick Considering Privatization After Cannabis NB Loss
“Certainly a loss of $12 million in six months, we’re not going to continue with that activity.”
The Canadian Press - May 2, 2019Seth Rogen is Launching a Canadian Cannabis Brand Called Houseplant
Coming to stores in British Columbia in April!
The Canadian Press - March 27, 2019