Halifax Regional Police have raided a downtown cannabis dispensary in Halifax.
Officers could be seen loading large bags of cannabis into the back of a police van shortly after 2:30 p.m.
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Nearly a dozen police members took part in the raid, with officers placing a “closed” sign on the Farm Assists door as they left, locking it behind them.
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Halifax Regional Police have confirmed the raid but were not able to provide specific details on what was seized or if anyone had been arrested or charged at this time.
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In Nova Scotia, the only licensed retailer of cannabis is the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation.
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