Ontario weed

• COVID-19 pandemic a ‘boon’ for legal cannabis in Canada as marijuana industry turns two

  Since Canada legalized recreational cannabis on Oct. 17, 2018, legal sellers and producers have struggled to compete with the black market, but there have been recent gains in the licensed industry.

  Canada

  Oct 17, 2020
• Ontario government considers cannabis lounges, cafes as part of future open market

  The Ontario government is consulting on the possibility of "consumption venues" as well as special occasion permits that would apply to outdoor festivals and concerts.

  Cannabis

  Feb 10, 2020
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• Ontario cannabis retail rules present confusion for industry players

  The provincial government yesterday shed more light on its framework for Ontario's private cannabis retail marketplace, and it is poised to introduce related legislation today.

  Politics

  Sep 27, 2018
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• Smiths Falls cannabis company Tweed prepares for privatized pot sales

  Workers at Tweed — Smiths Falls' large cannabis producer — react to pot privatization.

  Canada

  Aug 14, 2018
• Employees will be trained and ready for Ontario pot store openings: Union

  The head of the union tapped to represent workers in Ontario cannabis stores says his members will be well-trained and ready to go by next July, the target date for federal legalization of recreational pot.

  Canada

  Sep 10, 2017
• Licensed marijuana producer says LCBO pot stores a good step toward eliminating black market

  Canopy Growth's president says it will take some time for the government's distribution model to scale up, but it and other producers which already sell online can help serve those who don't have an outlet nearby.

  Canada

  Sep 8, 2017
• Ontario to sell marijuana in 150 government-run stores; must be used in ‘private residences’

  The process of purchasing recreational cannabis will closely mimic the one currently in place at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario.

  Canada

  Sep 8, 2017