While the locations for New Brunswick cannabis stores were only recently announced, the province is moving full steam ahead, completing design plans for the retail cannabis properties expected to open this summer.
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Finance Ministers Revise Canadian Cannabis Tax Plan
While the initial Canadian cannabis tax framework was revealed on Nov. 10, 2017, provincial leaders and industry stakeholders renounced the proposed 50-50 split of cannabis taxes and so federal, provincial and territorial finance ministers went back to the drawing board, announcing the revised Canadian cannabis tax plan on Dec. 11.
Why Canadian Marijuana Legalization is Getting the Cold Shoulder
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised marijuana legalization in his 2015 campaign, and he’s making good on that promise. However, Canadian executives, aren’t happy.
Trudeau to Legalize Marijuana by July 2018, CBC Reports
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government will introduce legislation to legalize marijuana by July 1, 2018, according to a report from CBC News, a move that follows through on one of his Liberal Party’s campaign pledges.
Veterans Affairs Canada Outs Medical Marijuana Users in Mail
On Dec. 30, 2016, Canadian Armed Forces veterans began reporting a privacy breach by Veterans Affairs Canada, as the VAC sent letters to veterans in the federal medical marijuana program with “RE: Cannabis for Medical Purposes” visible in the envelope window.
Breaking News: Toronto Police Raiding Multiple Cannabis Dispensaries
On June 23, 2016, Toronto Police raided multiple medical cannabis dispensaries, with raids of Canna Clinic and Cannabis Culture’s Queen Street dispensary confirmed by CBC News.