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Medical cannabis registrations declining

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.

5 charged in New Brunswick following 2021 dispensary raids

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Five people from Quispamsis, New Brunswick, have been charged following a drug investigation in Quispamsis and Saint John.

How edible extracts are getting around the 10mg limit

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The Cannabis Act attempted to take decades of global cannabis innovation and distil it into a few manageable categories that ensure Canadians remain safe and…

Rogue Processing

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Rogue Processing offers state-of-the-art, client-focused, eco-friendly, cost-effective co-packing services to Canadian cannabis companies.

Survey shows increase of drivers in Ontario consuming cannabis edibles

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A newly released survey from the Canadian Automobile Association South Central Ontario shows about one-quarter of drivers in the province say they had recently consumed…

Toronto police raid unlicensed dispensary, seize products and arrest 6

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.Updated information recently provided by Health Canada shows…

Manitoba looking to repeal 6% fee for cannabis retailers

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The Manitoba government is looking to repeal its 6% social responsibility fee to help the legal market better compete with the illicit market.

Budtenders union announces new membership

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A union representing budtenders in BC has added two new stores to their membership in recent weeks. 

Newfoundland and Labrador now allows cannabis vape sales

Consumers in Newfoundland and Labrador will now be able to purchase cannabis vape pens through the legal cannabis market.

Quebec sold nearly $140 million worth of cannabis in Q2

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The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) has released its most recent quarterly report for sales between June 19, 2022 and September 10, 2022.

More testing needed to address heavy metals in vapes, say researchers

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A new study showing evidence of high levels of heavy metals in vape pens suggests the government should require more testing and labelling to help…

BC credit union receives award for cannabis campaign

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A BC credit union has received two awards for a campaign that highlights the unequal treatment of cannabis businesses by banks in Canada.

Ontario police identify youths connected to cannabis store break-ins

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One Ontario youth is facing charges in relation to several separate break and enters in the London area, dating back to mid-September, while police search…

OPP seize large quality of cannabis, cash, mushrooms and more

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Police in Ontario have arrested five and seized large quantities of cannabis and mushroom products, along with other drugs, weapons, cash, and more. 

Micro cannabis licences continue to grow in popularity

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Micro cannabis licences continue to be the most popular licence type in Canada, with more than half of the 185 licences issued so far this…

Study: No significant increase in youth cannabis use following legalization in Canada

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A recent study by researchers in Newfoundland and Labrador shows some changes in youth use rates and perceptions of cannabis one year after legalization. 

Consumer perception of legal market improving, still has a way to go

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In the first three years of legalization, Canadian cannabis consumers have had increasingly positive views of legal cannabis products when compared to illegal cannabis products…

Taiwan police intercept shipment of Canadian cannabis

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Police in Taiwan say they have arrested five people in connection to a large illicit shipment of cannabis from Canada.

Crafting the perfect infused pre roll

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Since infused pre-rolls began to hit the Canadian market late last year, they’ve been gaining popularity. While consumers are enticed by the promise of boosted…

Bill proposes changes to cannabis excise tax remittance timelines

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Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance have introduced a bill that, among many other issues, includes proposed changes to the federal excise duty…

Winnipeg police investigating reports of illicit edibles in Halloween candy

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Winnipeg police say they received at least half a dozen confirmed reports of cannabis edibles that were found in children’s Halloween candy.

Israeli company completes cannabis seed shipment to Canada

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An Israeli agri-tech company recently completed its first-ever shipment of medical cannabis seeds to a licensed producer in Canada.

Cash, cannabis seized from illicit Moncton dispensary

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NB Law enforcement executed a search warrant and seized about $136,000 worth of cannabis, products and currency from an illegal cannabis dispensary.

London, Ontario-area cannabis stores face string of break-ins

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Several cannabis stores in London, Ontario, say they have been the victims of break-ins in recent days and weeks.

OPP nab apparent illicit cannabis delivery driver

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Police in Aurora, Ontario, say they seized numerous illicit cannabis products that were discovered during a RIDE sobriety check 

Ontario’s cannabis “flow-through” system is beginning to take off

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The Ontario Cannabis Store’s program that allows retailers to order certain products not stocked by the OCS warehouse is finally beginning to gain traction. 

Alberta Municipalities calls for limits on medical cannabis grows in residential areas

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.Updated information recently provided by Health Canada shows…

Police in Newfoundland hope to locate owner of 2 pounds of ditch weed

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.Updated information recently provided by Health Canada shows…

Uber Eats to offer delivery platform for three Toronto cannabis stores

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Uber Eats will begin offering cannabis deliveries for three Toronto cannabis stores starting Monday, October 17.

One request for medical cannabis coverage approved, another denied 

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One worker in Nova Scotia has had their request for coverage for medical cannabis approved, while another has been denied. 

Ontario issues warning to cannabis stores regarding product diversion

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued a warning today to cannabis retailers in the province about a company that says it’s buying…

Cannabis NB adds new locations, province moves to next stage of private store licensing

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Cannabis NB recently announced it has opened two new stores, adding to its 20 current fill-time locations: one in Saint John and one in Moncton. 

HC: Data on commercial cannabis licence applications and licences

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Health Canada recently released data showing how many applicants are in the licensing queue, how many licences are submitted, and the total number of licence…

Cannabis, mushrooms, cigarettes, cash seized from unlicensed dispensary in Moncton, NB

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Peace officers with the New Brunswick Department of Justice and Public Safety, with support from the Codiac Regional RCMP, executed a search warrant in Moncton…

Prince George RCMP investigating after three break-and-enters reported at three cannabis stores

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Police in Prince George, BC, say they have arrested three are still looking for two other suspects following three recent break-ins at cannabis stores

BC to begin accepting cannabis farmgate licence applications on November 30 

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British Columbia’s Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch announced today that they will be accepting Producer Retail Store (PRS) licence applications beginning at the end of…

OCS launches new Buy Legal public education campaign

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The Ontario Cannabis store has launched a “Buy Legal” public education campaign to inform consumers about the difference between legal and illegal cannabis. 

Cannara Biotech recalls Nugz Old School Hash for inaccurate labelling

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Quebec cannabis producer Cannara Biotech has issued a product recall for their Nugz Old School Hash (Cuban Linx) cannabis extract, sold through the Ontario Cannabis…

FINTRAC releases report on money-laundering related to illicit cannabis sales, production

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FINTRAC, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada, says they have uncovered numerous instances of money laundering efforts related to illicit cannabis operators, especially…

Dykstra Greenhouses recalls one lot of Darkest Side of the Moon 2.5g Pre-Rolled Joints Dried Cannabis

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Dykstra Greenhouses has recalled their Darkest Side of the Moon 2.5 gram Pre-Roll—sold in Manitoba and Ontario—due to a labelling issue. 

Motif Labs Ltd. issues voluntary recall for Boxhot Glowstick 510 Batteries

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Ontario producer Motif Labs Ltd. has issued a voluntary recall for their Boxhot Glowstick 510 Batteries due to reports of the batteries overheating when charging.  

Superior Court of Quebec issues injunction to limit union “pressure tactics” against SQDC

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The Superior Court of Quebec has issued an interim injunction order aimed at limiting certain strike actions currently aimed at some Société québécoise du cannabis…

Police take enforcement action at an illegal cannabis dispensary in Lac La Hache, BC

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Police in BC raided an unlicensed cannabis dispensary in Lac La Hache on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 seizing approximately $60,000.00 in illegal cannabis products and…

Stats Canada releases new report on cannabis cultivation at home

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Statistics Canada released new data today on home cultivation that looks at its impact on Canada before and after legalization. 

The SQDC reports net income of $20.5 million for its first quarter ended June 18, 2022

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Sales of cannabis at the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) generated $54 million for the Quebec government for its first quarter ended June 18, 2022,…

Cannabis NB begins process for ten new private cannabis stores

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New Brunswick has opened ten opportunities to bid on public tenders for new private cannabis stores in the province.

Court approves $2.31 million settlement in Organigram pesticide case

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The Supreme Court of Nova Scotia has approved a $2.31 million settlement following a class action lawsuit filed against New Brunswick cannabis producer Organigram for…

BC bought $420 million worth of (legal) cannabis last year

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British Columbians purchased nearly 85 thousand kilograms of legal cannabis last year, spending more than $420 million.

BCGEU stands down job action at LDB warehouses

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The BCGEU announced today that it is ending the current job action at the BC Public Service worksites, following a return to the bargaining table…

Labour tribunal declares recent strike action against SQDC location illegal

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The Administrative Labor Tribunal (TAT) has issued an order declaring a recent strike at the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC)’s Aylmer retail location illegal. 

BC again moving forward with direct delivery

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The BC LDB is once again moving forward with direct delivery registrations following a week-long suspension of the program due to issues relating to the…

Abbotsford police issue warning of home invasions of cannabis grow sites

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Police in Abbotsford, BC, say they have responded to eight home invasions at licensed medical cannabis grow operations within the City of Abbotsford over the…

Local products, more stores help increase cannabis sales in Nova Scotia

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Nova Scotia saw a 10% increase in cannabis sales in the first quarter of this year, bringing in $27.3 million in sales from April 1…

Edmonton police seize cannabis, cannabis products, psilocybin following investigation into illicit online retailer

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The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) says they have seized a large quantity of illegal cannabis plants and products, along with nearly a kilogram of psilocybin,…

Recall of XMG Cola and Ellevia extract for packaging, labelling issues

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Health Canada issued two new cannabis product recalls on August 17, one for Truss’ XMG Cola cannabis beverage and another for Mera Cannabis’ Ellevia THC…

Mars Canada wins lawsuit against illicit online cannabis sellers using “Skittles” branding

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Candy manufacturer Mars Canada Inc. has won a lawsuit against several illicit online cannabis retailers in Canada who have been selling products using logos and…

Strike could impact BC LDB, BC Cannabis Stores

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The union that represents nearly 33,000 staff in BC’s Public Service Agency—including the BC LDB and BC Cannabis Stores—issued a 72-hour strike notice to the…

OCS beginning a small number of deliveries following distribution disruption

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The Ontario Cannabis Store says their distribution centre is in the process beginning a limited number of deliveries following a disruption with a third-party distribution…

BC civil forfeiture office seeks to seize property, cash connected to three illicit cannabis websites

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BC’s director of civil forfeiture is seeking to confiscate cash and eight properties worth nearly $7 million that are alleged to be connected to three…

British Columbians increasingly purchasing cannabis from legal sources

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BC has released its newest survey on cannabis use, the first since 2018, showing changes in the cannabis market and consumer habits. 

Unlicensed dispensary raided in Oshawa, minutes away from several legal stores

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.Updated information recently provided by Health Canada shows…

Health Canada releases CBD report: Report of the Science Advisory Committee on Health Products Containing Cannabis

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The report, compiled over the past few years by Health Canada’s nine-member external Science Advisory Committee on Health Products Containing Cannabis for human and animal…

Updated: Purileaf recalls NightNight Pomegranate Sunset Shot

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Ontario cannabis producer Purileaf has issued a voluntary recall for their NightNight Pomegranate Sunset Shot.

Licensed cultivation area, cannabis production continues to increase across Canada

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Health Canada has released their most recent cannabis sales data report, as well as providing corrected figures from a past report.

Western Cannabis brings cannabis sales to Saskatchewan music festival

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Producer Western Canna, in collaboration with cannabis distributor Weed Pool and retailer Wiid Boutique, operated a retail sales booth, the first of its kind in…

Vortex Cannabis recalls one lot of Vortex 10 Sour Berry Jelly Drops due to mislabelling

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Quebec-based cannabis producer Vortex Cannabis has recalled one lot of their Sour Berry Jelly Drops sold through authorized retailers in Ontario, due to inaccurate labelling. 

BC greenhouse grower to offer “price-sensitive” ounces under new brand

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Pure Sunfarms, a BC greenhouse producer, is expanding its brand categories to provide a new one-ounce product segment for more “price-sensitive, frequent purchasers”. 

BC government enters into Section 119 agreement with Shxwhá:y Village

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Shxwhá:y Village, near Chilliwack, BC and the Province of British Columbia announced today that they have entered a government-to-government agreement that supports cannabis economic development.

Nova Scotia RCMP charge man with weapons, drug charges, including selling cannabis to minors

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Police in Eskonia, Nova Scotia executed a search warrant on July 13, arresting a 36-year-old man following a complaint that minors had been sold cannabis…

BC enters into Section 119 agreement with Kispiox First Nation

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The BC government has entered into their fifth agreement supporting a First Nation with their aspirations in the cannabis industry.

BC report shows high levels of pesticides, inaccurate THC levels in illicit cannabis, vape carts

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BC has released a new study detailing the results of contaminant testing on dried cannabis and cannabis vapes seized from illicit retailers. 

Ontario Cannabis Retail Board Appoints Permanent President and CEO

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The Ontario Cannabis Retail Corporation (OCRC) announced today that they have appointed David Lobo to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the…

OPP seize more than eight tons of cannabis, 45,000 plants from two Kingsville farms

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Essex County OPP say they recently seized cannabis worth more than $61 million from two Kingsville farms.

Evolved Extraction Solutions

Rooted in Canada to serve an emerging global marketplace, Evolved Extraction Solutions is transforming the cannabis industry with disruptive extraction technology while providing long-term value…

The Half Circle offers Canada’s first immediate cannabis delivery option

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A new cannabis delivery service in Manitoba is looking to connect with retailers, especially in the Winnipeg area, who want to offer “instant” delivery for…

Growing Relationships industry event in Kelowna, BC

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Join StratCann on Monday, September 26 at the Eldorado Resort on the Okanagan Lake in Kelowna, BC where StratCann will bring together small-batch and micro cannabis producers, retailers and others…

CSN union members accept agreement for SQDC wage increases

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Union members with the Confederation of National Trade Unions (CSN) have voted to accept an agreement with the SQDC for increased wages, hours, and working…

Russia bans several Canadian cannabis activists from entering the country

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Russia has banned a handful of Canadian cannabis activists from the country, along with a long list of Canadian politicians and former politicians, judges, military…

SQDC and trade union say they have reached an agreement, pending review from union members

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The SQDC say they have reached an agreement with the Confederation of National Trade Unions (CSN) as of June 23.

BC Judge seeks to send a strong deterrent to those operating in the black market

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A BC Judge has fined a man found guilty of helping to operate an illicit cannabis delivery service in the Whistler area.

StratCann’s first cannabis tour connects retailers, growers, and processors

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StratCann’s inaugural farm tour took place on Vancouver Island on Father’s Day, visiting three outdoor cannabis farms located between Victoria and Nanaimo, BC.

SQDC employees at 13 location stage walk out in protest over low wages

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Employees at 13 SQDC branches held another one-day walkout today, Saturday, June 18.

Research in Australia looks at complex world of measuring and quantifying impairment

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Researchers in Australia have recently published a meta-analysis of research looking at the complex world of measuring and quantifying cannabis impairment.

Drug export investigation leads to seizure of commercial cannabis and psilocybin “drug lab”

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The number of Canadians registered to grow medical cannabis is now declining after several years of consistent increases.Updated information recently provided by Health Canada shows…

AirMed seed-to-sale business solutions

AirMed was launched in 2015 by a team of innovative thinkers who had been designing compliance-based software for decades and recognized that software solutions need…

Cannabis NB adds new “pop-up” location in Saint John and new corporate store in Woodstock

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Cannabis NB is adding two new stores to its network, a pop-up store in Saint John and a new corporate store in Woodstock.

Cannara Biotech

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With a focus on quality at scale, Cannara Biotech is positioning itself as a trusted source of premium brands and products rooted in cannabis culture,…

Neptune Wellness to close Quebec cannabis facility, Mood Ring and PanHash brands

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Neptune Wellness, the company behind cannabis brands Mood Ring and PanHash, intends to divest its Canadian cannabis business in an attempt to rebrand itself as…

BC Privacy Commissioner says cannabis and liquor stores need to better protect customer information

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A report from 2021 included 18 recommendations for cannabis and liquor stores in BC to improve their oversight of private information collected from customers and…

Charges confirmed following discovery of illegal cannabis “brokerage” in Richmond, BC

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Charges are now confirmed following the execution of a search warrant in May on an alleged cannabis brokerage in a residential neighbourhood in Richmond, BC.