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The Nova Scotia government is directing police to crack down on illegal cannabis stores across the province and wants help from Mi’kmaq chiefs to shut down on-reserve sales. Angela Capobianco reports.

Cannabis retailers could be impacted as the BCGEU strike has now expanded to warehouses. Grace Ke has the story.

The BCGEU strike has expanded to B.C. liquor and cannabis distribution warehouses. Michelle Cozzuol of Count Canna speaks with Global News Morning about the impact on cannabis retailers and customers.

The BC General Employees Union has escalated its strike action to stop government distribution of liquor and cannabis. As Grace Ke reports, while consumers might not notice right away, the already-struggling hospitality industry will take an almost immediate hit.

B.C.’s cannabis industry is bracing for impact from the strike and what it could mean for product availability. As Aaron McArthur reports, industry experts say they are still feeling the repercussions of the 2022 strike and any further action will greatly impact already-thin margins.

Northumberland OPP say officers responding to a dropped 9-1-1 call uncovered a major illegal cannabis grow-op just north of Port Hope, leading to the arrest of two people

The BCGEU is escalating its strike action again with all B.C. liquor and cannabis stores now behind picket lines. The City of Surrey is seeking an experienced health care partner to open and operate a network of community-based medical clinics and Nanaimo city council has passed a motion to support the return of rail service...

As we approach the back-to-school season and students head off to college and university, it’s important to remember that while cannabis can be legally consumed at age 19 in Ontario, some young people may encounter it earlier. Jenna Valleriani, PhD, Senior Manager of Social Responsibility & Partnerships at the Ontario Cannabis Store, joins Candace Daniel...

More research is showing that the use of high-potency cannabis may elevate the risk of dissociation, including schizophrenia. Nivrita Ganguly speaks with Dr. Leslie Buckley, Chief of Addictions at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) about what is known and not known about the link between cannabis and psychosis.

The frequent use of high-potency cannabis can elevate your risk of psychosis, including developing a schizophrenia-spectrum disorder, according to a new article published by the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Nivrita Ganguly has more on this and other top business stories in Health Matters for Aug. 11, 2025.

A new study is linking high cannabis use to increased mortality in colon cancer. Global BC Medical Contributor Dr. Birinder Narang joins Global News Morning to chat more about this issue.

The ban on homegrown cannabis was lifted today, but it comes with restrictions.

Cannabis use is increasing globally and there are global trends towards legalization. A new study is looking at potential harms from a Cannabis Use Disorder. Joining us with more is Global BC Medical Contributor Dr. Birinder Narang.

A ban on homegrown cannabis will be lifted late next week.

Craft cannabis farmers are taking over Victoria this week, as BC’s Cannabis Summit comes to the capital. This year it is promoting BC bud as a way to strengthen the province’s economy during the on-going trade war with the US. Kylie Stanton reports.

Adult-only events could soon see cannabis sales on site with a new proposed bylaw change in Calgary to bring the city in line with provincial rules. As Adam MacVicar reports, city councillors are divided on the issue. 

Alberta is looking for a new chief medical officer of health after Dr. Mark Joffe’s contract expires.  Alberta Health Services warns of possible measles exposures in Banff, Canmore and Calgary. Adult-only events could soon see cannabis sales on site with a new proposed bylaw change in Calgary

Winnipeg police say a campaign over the first three months of this year to crack down on drug-impaired drivers led to almost 100 drivers testing positive for recent cannabis consumption. Vasilios Bellos reports.

Six people are facing charges after a large-scale cannabis network with an estimated annual value of more than $16 million was shuttered by the RCMP.

The province is introducing legislation to amend laws surrounding the sale of alcohol and cannabis in Manitoba.