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Ontario launches online survey for public feedback on marijuana legalization

Marijuana is photographed at the growing facility in Markham, Ont., on Thursday, January 7, 2016.
Marijuana is photographed at the growing facility in Markham, Ont., on Thursday, January 7, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

The Ontario government has set up an online survey to gather public input as it works to develop its approach to marijuana legalization.

Attorney General Yasir Naqvi says the legalization of pot next July by the federal government will mark a big change in the country and there’s a lot at stake as the province decides how it will regulate the distribution, sale and consumption of cannabis.

READ MORE: Here’s how you will buy pot once it’s legalized in Canada

Naqvi says the province wants input from Ontarians on how it should proceed in a way that protects youth, prevents harm and keeps Ontario roads safe.

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People can fill out the online survey starting today through July 31st.

READ MORE: Provinces brace for impact of federal bill on legalizing marijuana

The province will also hold a series of expert forums and public sessions this summer on the potential impact of cannabis legalization.

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LISTEN: AM 640’s Matt Gurney and Supriya Dwivedi talk to Ontario’s Attorney General Yasir Naqvi on the launch of a public feedback survey on marijuana legalization.   

 

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