40% of Canadian marijuana users bought it illegally even after legalization: StatCan
The latest Statistics Canada report says in April, May and June, 4.9 million Canadians over the age of 15 consumed marijuana. Continue reading
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Alberta Government collects $30M from cannabis tax since legalization
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
The province raked in $30 million in cannabis tax revenue between Oct. 17, 2018, and March 31, 2019, but only netted a profit of $4.7 million. Continue reading
Cannabis banned at first Calgary Stampede since legalization
Cannabis consumption will not be allowed in the 230-acre Stampede Park, although alcohol consumption and tobacco smoking are permitted in certain areas, said Stampede spokeswoman Jennifer Booth. Continue reading
‘I did not wish to leave’: Canopy Growth’s ousted co-CEO says of abrupt exit
Constellation Brands, Canopy’s biggest shareholder, said last week that it was “not pleased” with Canopy’s recent year-end results. Continue reading
Cannabis use in Canada increased 40 per cent between 2013 and 2017: UN report
It says the increase in Canada during this time was more pronounced in adults aged 20 or older, while it declined among young people aged 19 or younger. Continue reading
8 ways we treat weed differently from alcohol. (Do any of them make sense?)
Cannabis is probably safer than alcohol. So why do we restrict it more? Continue reading
Canadian cannabis company funds digital tools to fight underage marijuana abuse
Cannabis company Canopy Growth has funded two new innovative tools meant to discourage young people from abusing cannabis. Continue reading
Health Canada changes cannabis licensing process in bid to reduce wait times
Health Canada has said that the issue is not supply, but rather the supply chain and difficulties converting raw product into packaged goods and into the hands of consumers. Continue reading
Manitoba marijuana activists seek more acceptance during 4-20 celebrations
By Alison MacKinnon Digital Journalist
Last year, the front lawn of the Manitoba legislature was filled with people advocating for marijuana legalization. This year, around 30 people were in attendance. Continue reading
Canadians paying about $10 a gram for legal pot (or $6.37 for illegal pot): StatCan
Grey-market pot is still much cheaper, a StatCan survey shows. Almost half of those who’ve stuck with illegal pot say they do so because of the cost. Continue reading