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Surrey greenlights 8 companies to open 12 cannabis storesThe stores must operate under a framework council approved last spring, which bans them from within 200 metres of schools, community centres and other cannabis businesses.CannabisNov 5
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Calgary police search for suspect in cannabis store robberiesPolice say the man is a suspect in up to six cannabis store robberies and one liquor store robbery between July 30 and Sept. 24, 2024.CrimeSep 26
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Calgary police lay charges in string of cannabis, liquor store robberiesCalgary Police have laid a total of 22 charges against a man believed to be responsible for a string of cannabis and liquor store robberies.CrimeNov 14
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Manitoba government says it needs more time to review some cannabis licencesThe Manitoba government is extending, by more than a year, a temporary moratorium on some new cannabis outlets.CannabisOct 22
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Quebec seeks injunction against illegal dumping in KanesatakeGovernment officials collected soil samples in Kanesatake last month that court documents say were contaminated with hydrocarbons.EnvironmentSep 26
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‘Looking for the Weinstein of Quebec’: impresario Gilbert Rozon’s civil trial beginsJust for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon's trial for sexual assault opened today at the Mtl courthouse, his lawyer portraying him as a scapegoat to find Quebec's Harvey Weinstein.CrimeDec 9
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11 oh-so-cozy gifts for homebodiesFrom the comfiest robe to the coziest candles.The CuratorDec 7
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Cannabis candy bust: 6 arrested as RCMP dismantle B.C. ‘criminal operation’Thousands of counterfeit cannabis-laced edibles, including chocolate bars, candies and chips with packaging resembling popular name-brand snacks.CrimeOct 29
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AGLC evaluating Camrose Casino relocation as owners are in receivershipAlberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) says Mayfield Investments owns the Camrose Casino and confirms the company is in receivership.MoneyOct 28
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RCMP dismantles largest drug superlab in Canadian history, operating in B.C.RCMP said numerous enforcement actions and search warrants were executed related to the drug superlab in Falkland, B.C., and other locations in Surrey.CrimeOct 31
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Needle in candy and cannabis-laced treats spark RCMP Halloween warningThe RCMP is warning parents to stay vigilant this Halloween after a needle was recently found in candy at a Newfoundland trick-or-treat event, and illegal cannabis-laced candy.HealthOct 31
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Alberta will not move forward with sale of liquor in grocery, convenience storesAlbertans will not be able to buy liquor in grocery and convenience stores anytime soon.ConsumerOct 2
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Kanesatake residents accused of illegal dumping say they’ve done nothing wrongQuebec government lawyers are seeking a temporary injunction to stop the dumping of contaminated soil and other waste on 17 waterfront properties.EnvironmentOct 7
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Alcohol potentially a ‘saving grace’ for Ontario convenience stores as sales beginAlcohol sales in corner stores – which officially began Thursday across Ontario – will bring a 'boost of foot traffic that we need to survive,' one shop owner says.EconomySep 5
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Cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke starts stalking horse sales processOEG Retail Cannabis, a firm operated by the owner of the Edmonton Oilers hockey team, bought the Tokyo Smoke brand from pot company Canopy Growth Corp. in 2022.CannabisSep 19
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Pot shop break-in leads Winnipeg cops to stolen vehiclesA break-in at a Winnipeg cannabis store Wednesday morning led police to the recovery of two stolen vehicles and other contraband.CrimeJul 18
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The Beer Store prepares for a ‘new chapter’ as more places sell boozeFrom Thursday, thousands of convenience stores will be allowed to sell products that were exclusive to The Beer Store, the LCBO and the Wine Rack for years.CanadaSep 3
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Vancouver mushroom dispensary back open after winning court ruling'I think it's a good ruling,' Dana Larsen, owner of Coca Leaf Cafe medicinal mushroom dispensary, said after a judge decided the City of Vancouver's bylaw charge was unfounded.CannabisAug 28
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Edmonton convenience store shut down after raid uncovers drugs, weapons: policePolice said over $200,000 in cash, weapons and drugs like cocaine and meth, along with 28,000 illegal cigarettes, was seized from Bibi 16 Convenience Store in central Edmonton.CrimeAug 7
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Video shows armed men robbing Edmonton restaurant and cannabis storeEdmonton police are asking for the public's help locating two men wanted in connection with a number of armed robberies and an armed carjacking in recent weeks.CrimeJun 21