Why Germany Just Legalized Medical Marijuana
Update: The German parliament (Bundestag) passed a law on Thursday that officially makes marijuana legal for medicinal purposes.
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Task-Farce: Reefer Madness 2.0!
This article details my analysis of the recommendations brought forward by the Liberal Government’s “Task Force on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation.” Full text of the report can be found here: Task force recommendations. As I see, and perhaps you’ll agree, their advice is based on “reefer madness 2.0” – the myth of inherent harm doneRead More
Marijuana Legalization in Europe: Is France Next?
Marijiuana, a divisive issue that normally resurfaces in Europe during election campaigns, has come home to France’s hotly-contested presidential race.
Vancouver Boosts Fines for Pot shops but Defiant Retailers Still Selling
Toronto uses raids and charges, Vancouver tries fines as cities struggle with pot shops ahead of legalization.
Nine Questions Parliament Will Have to Answer Before we Legalize Marijuana
At some point in the New Year, the Liberals will unveil details of how recreational marijuana will be legalized.
A ‘Light at the End of the Tunnel’ for Long-Awaited Medical Marijuana Program
Medical marijuana could finally become a reality next year in Maryland, one of the states slowest to make the drug available for purchase after legalizing sales.
Marijuana in Missouri: Lawmakers Push for Legal and Less Restrictive Medical Drug Program
Missouri may be the next state to offer medical marijuana to suffering patients.
Montreal Mayor Vows ‘Zero Tolerance’ as Illegal Marijuana Shops Open
Montreal’s mayor is vowing the city will do whatever it can to stop a Canadian chain of recreational marijuana shops that began selling cannabis across the city Thursday.
Ottawa Plans to Open Up Legal Market for Cannabis by 2019
The Canadian government is giving itself until late 2018 or early 2019 to open up the market for recreational marijuana
Pot Industry Would Create Opportunities, says Nenshi
Mayor Naheed Nenshi says the Liberal government’s plan to legalize marijuana could spark a new craft industry and create opportunities for small businesses — which “may not be a bad thing” in Calgary’s slumping economy.
