Shoppers Drug Mart has confirmed that it is pausing its Compassionate Care Program for medical cannabis clients.
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Cannabis industry hopeful with new health ministers
Two cannabis industry leaders say they are hopeful that new appointments to the health ministry could bode well for their efforts at lobbying for changes to Canada’s cannabis regulations, especially hot button issues like taxes on medical cannabis.
New Brunswick cannabis producer partners with local First Nation for medical cannabis access
E.C.O. Canadian Organics, the University of New Brunswick, GITPO Spirit Lodge, and Natoaganeg First Nation announced a partnership to provide access to medical cannabis for First Nations struggling with substance, opioid addiction and methadone dependence.
Everything you need to know about medical cannabis and your taxes
While patients are no strangers to medical expenses, many are unaware of the fact that cannabis can be claimed under certain circumstances. Along with glasses, dental work, and prescription medications, cannabis purchased through a licensed medical provider can be claimed on personal taxes.
Conservatives continue to call for an end to medical cannabis “loophole”
Conservatives continue to call for an end to “loophole” of personal and designated medical cannabis production regulations.
Yes, cannabis patients want (and deserve) pre-rolls
A number of medical providers have started to offer pre-rolled joints in addition to dried flower by the gram, raising questions on the validity of
How will changes to cannabis oil regulations impact patients?
Medicating with cannabis oil products might soon become slightly less convenient for patients, especially those on high dose THC or CBD treatment plans. Cannabis oil
Australian Senate Standing Committee releases report on the current barriers to patient access to medicinal cannabis in Australia
Australia’s Senate referred the inquiry to the Senate Community Affairs References Committee for inquiry on November 14, 2019. The 87-page report contains several references to other regulatory models around the world, including Canada’s own medical and non medical regulatory models.
