Mexico’s Supreme Court-mandated passage of adult use cannabis continues to see delays. Now on its third extension, lawmakers have until April 30, 2021, to pass a bill that would legalize, among other parameters, use and possession.
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Alberta micro cultivator files for cessation of operation with Health Canada
Following a dispute with their landlord and difficulty selling their crops, a micro cultivator in Alberta has recently filed to revoke their cultivation licence.
Review of over 50,000 people finds no link to cannabis use and an increase in cardiovascular disease
A recent retrospective study of over 50,000 people concludes that, contrary to other research, there is little evidence to suggest cannabis use has an association
Canadian and U.S. operators say that good faith branding regulations stifle efforts against illicit market and brand development
Cannabis operators across the world face uphill battles to stand out when regulations often create significant limitations. Though justified in intentions, many regulations imposed by
In Search of Better THC Reporting
The Canadian cannabis industry – from LP to consumer – puts a heavy emphasis on THC levels in dried flower. But how accurate is the
Micro cultivators, processors and nurseries give their thoughts on regulatory changes
Micros and nurseries have a lot to say about the recent notice from Health Canada looking at some key aspects of the Cannabis Act and
Comparing the business of craft brew and micro bud
Since the legalization of cannabis in Canada two years ago, there have been many comparisons between the rise of the craft brewing movement – which
More stores, products, lower prices, mean cannabis sales continue to climb in Ontario
Retail sales have continued to climb in Ontario as the province ramps up brick and mortar licenses, the array of products increase, and prices continue to decline, according to the newest quarterly report released today for July 1 to September 30, 2020.
Health Canada looking at drone and satellite tech for outdoor cannabis inspections
A recent departmental report from Health Canada makes mention of several aspects of the regulator’s efforts with cannabis legalization, including reference to a pilot project using satellite technology to inspect licensed outdoor cannabis operations, as well as one involving drones for site inspection.
Health Canada seeking feedback on potential changes to Cannabis Regulations
Health Canada has issued a 30-day notice for stakeholders to comment on several possible changes to the Cannabis Regulations. The changes include Health Canada’s intent
Cannabis companies have numerous ways to market their products
Despite the common perception that cannabis companies have no way to market their products in Canada, producers and retailers say they are finding many creative
New study looks at alcohol, THC, other drugs in fatal accidents in Ontario
Study provides valuable baseline for presence of cannabis in fatal traffic accidents, but risks conflating presence of THC in bloodstream and impairment. A recent study