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A History of Cannabis in Canada

To understand where we move next, explore the legal history of cannabis in Canada via this Wikipedia resource.

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Canadian Cities Not Cracking Down on Dispensaries

Stop by the Globe & Mail for an article about why Canada is not making a move on the hundreds of cannabis dispensaries.

Spring of 2017 Will Bring Cannabis Legislation in Canada

There now is a timeline in marijuana legislation in Canada following speech at the United Nations by Canadian Health Minister Jane Philpott. 

Full story at The Financial Post.

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About Canada's Marijuana Laws

During Justin Trudeau's run for Prime Minister he gave the impression that he would regulate marijuana use in Canada.  This was positive news for the many medical cannabis users who were successfully treating illness and disability with marijuana. Medical patients and dispensaries wonder why do the laws remain the same?

Global News provides some answers for concerned and confused Canadians.

Medical Cannabis In Canada

The federal government will have to mull a new system to distribute medical marijuana and Canada's multi-million dollar cannabis industry was thrown into flux Wednesday after a judge ruled patients can grow their pot at home.

View the article at Simcoe.com

Canadian Federal Court Strikes Down Ban On Home-Grown Medical Pot

Judge Michael Phelan ruled Wednesday in Vancouver that the Marijuana for Medical Purposes Regulations have no force and effect, but suspended the declaration for six months so that the government can come up with new rules.

Full CBC story

Complete ruling (PDF)

Jeremy Jacob: Cannabis legalization in Canada is about much more than the plant

Legalizing cannabis is a significant chapter in Canada’s history, our economy, and our society. There are real risks to local economies, and west coast culture, in creating regulations that dismantle an existing industry.

The right to grow, the right to process, the right to choose your medicine and your supplier, must be ensured. Significant research on the medical properties of cannabis must be undertaken. Education, de-stigmatization, and awareness must continue and increase.

Full story at the Georgia Straight

What do you think?  When legalized should citizens afford the freedom to choose their local dispensary when purchasing cannabis.