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Culture

Tommy Chong Missed Canada’s Marijuana Legalization

Canadian cannabis celebrity says he lost his passport.

In History

Canada’s First Legal Marijuana Buyer Reflects on Historic Event

Ian Power spoke with Cannabis Now about the adventures he undertook to be the first of...

Politics

Everything You Need to Know About Canada’s Cannabis Legalization

Here are answers to some of the frequently asked questions about the new cannabis laws in...

Joint Opinions

Canada Won’t Change Much Just Because Marijuana is Legal

Not much was stopping a Canadian who wanted to smoke cannabis prior to legalization.

Culture

Canadian Marijuana Legalization Parties In Toronto

The nation’s largest city has several events lined up for the first day of adult-use marijuana.

Economics

Green Planet CEO on Canadian Legalization: ‘We Haven’t Seen the Tip of the Iceberg’

Co-founder and CEO of British Columbia-based Green Planet, Justin Cooper, speaks with Cannabis Now about the...

Economics

Walmart Hints At Possible Entry Into Cannabis Space

Another major corporation looks to potentially capitalize on CBD.

Medical

Physician Retracts Claim That Marijuana Is a Gateway Drug

Dr. Nadia Alam, a physician who heads the Ontario Medical Association, an influential doctor’s organization in...

Economics

Does Marijuana Legalization Hurt Property Values?

In New Jersey, the anti-marijuana set is claiming that a cannabis cultivation center will cause real-estate...

Q&A

Q&A: Kevin O’Leary Discusses the Dangers of Cannabis Investing Under Federal Prohibition

"Shark Tank" star and investor Kevin O'Leary explains why he won't invest in any cannabis businesses...

Politics

Jamaica Begins Exporting Medical Marijuana Products to Canada

Long famous for its contraband product, Jamaica has just dispatched its first shipment of cannabis oil...

Cultivation

Humboldt Legends Upholds Legacy of the Emerald Triangle

One company works to preserve the plants, land and community of Humboldt County.

Economics

Canada Will Still Need Black Market Marijuana for Awhile

Experts say there isn’t currently enough legal marijuana in Canada to meet consumer demand. But before...

Economics

Will Pepsi Get Into Cannabis or Watch From The Sidelines?

Another major beverage company makes a statement about considering entering the marijuana marketplace.

Legal

Most Canadian Police Will Be Permitted to Smoke Marijuana

When legalization rolls out, Canada plans to treat marijuana consumption in a similar manner to alcohol.

Legal

Legalization Foe Claims Medical Marijuana Leads to Fentanyl

Reports of fentanyl-laced marijuana have largely been debunked, but the head of one of Amerca's most...

Joint Opinions

Reefer Rehab: Getting Off the Pot Won’t Hurt Too Bad

Withdrawing from cannabis use results in mild physical symptoms for most people.

Politics

Cannabis Legalized in the Northern Mariana Islands

The Northern Mariana Islands, a self-governing commonwealth in association with the United States, just became first...

Politics

Vancouver Raid Highlights Canada’s Rough Transition to Legalization

With only one retail outfit likely to be licensed province-wide and authorities pledging a crackdown on...

Legal

Manhattan’s District Attorney Says New York ‘Doesn’t Have To Be Afraid’ of Legalization

Weeks after starting a new policy of not prosecuting low-level marijuana violations, Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus...