With the clock ticking, we have many questions, few answers on Ontario’s marijuana plan
As legalization nears, answers to very basic questions about Ontario’s plan to sell legal marijuana aren’t forthcoming. Continue reading
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Metro Vancouver mayors concerned about tight timeline on pot legalization
“They say it’s coming, they say there’s money to assist, but it’s not here. Whether it’s here by October, that’s anybody’s guess,” said Delta Mayor Lois Jackson. Continue reading
Who wins, who loses from later-than-expected marijuana legalization date
The government had initially promised eight to 12 weeks for final preparations. That’s been extended to 17 weeks, and not everyone will be happy. Continue reading
As legalization nears, Ontario’s marijuana retailer halts ‘non-critical’ hiring
As it prepares to sell marijuana legally on October 17, Ontario’s government-run cannabis monopoly has stopped ”non-critical’ hiring. What counts as ‘non-critical’? It’s not clear. Continue reading
Marijuana to be legal in Canada starting October 17, Trudeau confirms
Recreational marijuana will officially become legal in Canada on Oct. 17, 2018, the prime minister announced on Wednesday afternoon. Continue reading
Are video games, not urine tests, the key to addressing pot in the workplace?
Urine tests are intrusive and don’t detect cannabis intoxication very well. But what if testing for workplace impairment looked completely different? Continue reading
Beaconsfield to become latest Montreal suburb to crack down on smoking in public
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
Soon, smoking will only be allowed on streets, sidewalks and alleys in Beaconsfield. Continue reading
Pot legalization bill back in Senate’s hands as feds race ticking clock
The clock is ticking on the federal government’s hallmark legislation to legalize marijuana. Continue reading
Pot … or not? Small provinces much more prepared for Day 1 of legalization
Marijuana legalization is almost a done deal, but some provinces are far readier than others. (Spoiler: New Brunswick is really ready. Here’s why.) Continue reading
Home-grown pot remains the sticking point for the Senate: Sen. Tony Dean
The issue of home-grown marijuana will remain the biggest hurdle next week as the Senate and House of Commons try to get the bill legalizing marijuana passed into law. Continue reading
