Cannabis in Newfoundland and Labrador

Although the federal government passed the Cannabis Act, also known as Bill C-45, Cannabis in Newfoundland and Labrador remains illegal for recreational use until the Act comes into force on October 17, 2018. Police and prosecution services in all Canadian jurisdictions are currently capable of pursuing criminal charges for cannabis (legal term marijuana) possession and for marketing without a license issued by Health Canada.[1][2][3]

Legalization

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) will allow cannabis to be sold by licensed private retailers. Distribution and regulation will be run by the province's crown corporation Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation. The purchase age will be set at 19. Consumption of cannabis will be limited to private residences.[4]

References

  1. ↑ Benzie, Robert (3 December 2016). "Trudeau urges police to 'enforce the law' on marijuana". Toronto Star. Toronto. Retrieved 4 December 2016. A "frustrated" Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wants police to enforce the law and criminally charge illegal marijuana dispensaries.
  2. ↑ "Controlled Drugs and Substances Act – Schedule II". Government of Canada. 6 November 2012. Retrieved 2015-07-09.
  3. ↑ "Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations". laws-lois.justice.gc.ca. Retrieved 2015-07-05.
  4. ↑ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/newfoundland-and-labrador-to-sell-marijuana-through-private-stores/article37062037/

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