All posts tagged "Legalization"

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Illinois Is Probably the Next State to Legalize Marijuana

Illinois, with its cannabis-friendly governor, is definitely the current green rush state.

Economics

Canadian Cannabis Shortages Spark Post-Legalization Reckoning

Nationwide cannabis shortages since Canada went legal last month are causing some provinces to rethink their...

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Canadian Police Say No Rise in Pot DUIs Following Legalization

Early data points to the conclusion that cannabis legalization has not changed the amount that Canadians...

Medical

Missouri Legalizes Medical Marijuana

Missourians suffering from serious illnesses will be able to work with their doctor to see if...

Economics

The New Legal Global Cannabis Supply Chain

Cannabis has become a global industry, but where is commercial cannabis going and where is it...

Economics

Legal Weed Could Be Scarce Throughout Canada For The Next Year

Canadian cannabis outlets are already experiencing shortages.

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Some National Parks In Canada Will Allow Cannabis Consumption

Parks Canada says consumption of marijuana will be allowed because tents are treated as temporary homes.

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Study: Marijuana Legalization in Canada Could Improve Border Security

If Mexico and the United States ever had any trouble with drugs along those two countries’...

Culture

Tommy Chong Missed Canada’s Marijuana Legalization

Canadian cannabis celebrity says he lost his passport.

Economics

Canadian Postal Strike Threatens to Paralyze Cannabis Deliveries

Canada's postal unions are contemplating a nationwide walk-out — exactly as legal mail-order cannabis deliveries begin.

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.

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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.

Culture

California Pot Events Can Happen at Locally Approved Private Locations Next Year

The signing of Assembly Bill 2020 by California Governor Jerry Brown will reignite the California cannabis...

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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...

Politics

‘Urban-Rural Divide’ in the U.S. Figures Strongly in Marijuana Legalization

With some notable exceptions, marijuana legalization is limited to cities and still a great notion out...

Economics

Crown Royal Whisky Maker Eyes the Cannabis Industry

Alcohol continues to anticipate entering the cannabis space.  

Economics

U.S. Banks’ Marijuana Problem

A Bank of America manager was fired and a Florida politician’s account was closed over links...

Politics

Ontario Will Have More Pot Than California Did, But No Stores, When Legalization Hits

Ontario has announced the 26 Canadian Licensed Producers that will be cultivating the province’s legal cannabis.

Politics

Cannabis Legalization Initiative Qualifies for the North Dakota Ballot

Of course, the surprisingly liberal measure faces opposition from law enforcement in a traditionally conservative state.

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California Arrests Plummet With Marijuana Legalization

Complain all you want about the regulated market, but remember: Legalization means fewer people in jail.