Canada
The Process of Pot
When Justin Trudeau was first elected with a huge majority in October 2015, becoming Canada’s second youngest Prime Minister, one of his main campaign promises was to make marijuana a legal recreational substance, available to the large population who currently get it on the black market. The intent is to stamp out the ‘dealers’ and […]
Canadian Judge Rules in Favor Of Medical Marijuana Patients Right To Grow Their Own Medicine
Informing Justin Trudeau’s newly elected government that Canada’s ban on patients cultivating their own medical marijuana constituted an infringement on their rights, a federal judge in the Great White North has smacked down the loathsome regulations restricting the rights of patients to cultivate their own medicine. Per CBC News: In a ruling out of Vancouver on […]
Canadian Researchers Confirm Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Impedes Weight Gain
According to a recent study published in the PLOS ONE journal, small daily doses of THC prevents weight gain in lab mice fed a typical American diet – one that’s high in fat. Providing a sliver of hypothetical hope for the 78.6 million U.S. adults who suffer from obesity, a group of Canadian researchers looked […]
New Poll: Canadians Want Government-Run Pot Shops
Motivated by Trudeau’s recent stomping of Harper’s conservative party, Canadians, long identified for their love of hockey, good beer, and all things maple, are anxious for the new Prime Minister of Canada to legalize marijuana just north of the US border – insisting the newest commodity be sold by government-run pot shops, according to a […]
Canada’s New Prime Minister Wants Marijuana Legalization “Right Away”
Promising to get started on marijuana legalization in Canada “Right Away,” Justin Trudeau, Canada’s soon-to-be Prime Minister, has thrown down the political gauntlet on the heated topic that’s been sweeping across North America since 2012 – Cannabis reform.
Highlighting the rather unpleasant results of Canada’s failed marijuana policy – vigorously enforced by the recently unseated Harper – the leader of Canada’s Liberal Party and next prime minister said, “The Liberal Party is committed to legalizing and regulating marijuana.” Emphasizing, “We are going to get started on that right away.” Leaving a euphoric room full supporters applauding the future Prime Minister’s bold approach.
While Not a big 420 fan, the rarely-stoned son of Canada’s distinguished Ex-PM Pierre Trudeau, came clean with The HuffPost back in 2013, admitting that he had fired-up after being elected Montréal’s MP in 2008.
“We had a few good friends over for a dinner party, our kids were at their grandmother’s for the night, and one of our friends lit a joint and passed it around. I had a puff.”
This audacious admission and his new approach provides a striking contrast to the recently ousted Stephen Harper’s campaign of cruelty and propaganda. During Harper’s reign as Prime Minister he was responsible for rolling back and creating new restrictions on Canada’s medical marijuana program.
Apparently not satisfied with alienating that large chunk of Canadian voters, Harper then continued his campaign of political suicide when he erroneously claimed that marijuana was “infinitely worse” than tobacco. An almost criminal assertion.
Firmly entrenched on the wrong side of science, and obviously out of touch with public opinion, Mr. Harper thought the majority of Canadians agreed with his opposition to the legalization of marijuana. Now better informed, he’ll soon be looking for his next high-paying gig back in the private sector. Good riddance to political rubbish.
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Prescription in Canada
Follow these three (3) easy steps to learn how to get medical marijuana in Canada from authorized producers under the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (or MMPR).
Old Chocolate Factory to locate New Existence as Marijuana Grow Center
Because the lengthy economic recovery continues in a slow pace, many industries have either gone under or needed to re-brand. Legal marijuana is among the couple of industries which has grown , both when it comes to revenue and jobs. A classic Hershey factory within the providence of Ontario, no more getting used to create tasty chocolate bars, will obtain a rare chance another chance at existence.
This time around the factory will become a massive marijuana production facility. The factory is situated in Cruz Falls, Ontario, and opened up in 1963 at that time it introduced vacationers, jobs and cash to Cruz Falls. The Hershey factory even loved the nickname “Willy Wonka’s Wonderland of Eastern Ontario.” When the chocolate factory was shut lower, Cruz Falls experienced what a lot of other United States factory cities experienced. Jobs, vacationers, and revenue began full of exodus. Fortunately, a lot of that could return because the factory is going to be re-opened up for everyone a business increasing.
Canada has drastically refurbished its medicinal marijuana program. Patients will no more be allowed to develop their very own medicine, rather, massive producers under government oversight will give you cannabis. The factory in Cruz Falls is going to be one of several large productions sights across Canada. Besides wanting to supervise a fiscal revitalization from the city, the mayor of Cruz Falls includes a personal stake in making certain patient safety and excellence of existence. Mayor Staples’ brother died because of cancer of the colon, but stated that medicinal marijuana “made his last days about this Earth a lot more manageable.”
The thought of legalizing marijuana to be able to quick start local financial systems continues to be included in media shops, including marijuana.internet. A little local dispensary alone produces many jobs. Lawyers, security, budtenders, farmers, receptionists, doctors and staff, and lots of other tasks are produced when cities allow legal marijuana sales. A bigger production center, would hopefully create much more jobs. One of the drawbacks pertains to whether a massive government run grow center will forget patients, as well as their interests. However, the time is right for brand new direction in the road to economic recovery. With old ideas and industries diminishing a massive factory should produce increased financial benefits and possibly a blueprint for other battling metropolitan areas past attempting to restore their form.
Marijuana Updates From Romania and Switzerland
The United States government has taken the first step toward repealing prohibition, Canada has relaunched and expanded the scope of their medical marijuana program, and Mexican leaders and celebrities are banding together in unprecedented fashion in order to legalize and reduce cartel violence. It was an eventful month in North America. Perhaps riding the momentum spilling out of North America for marijuana reform, Switzerland and Romania have announced major changes to their cannabis laws.
As of this month, marijuana possession for adults in Switzerland has been decriminalized. For those over the age of 18, getting caught with 10 grams or less will result in a ticket without jail time or a court appearance. The fine has been set at 110 Francs (approximately $120 in U.S. currency). The move was aimed at freeing up the courts, law enforcement resources, and creating a clear law across the board, as local municipalities have enacted different and conflicting laws. The penalties for selling marijuana to those under 18 have increased.
Romania also has moved forward with significant changes to their marijuana laws. Recreational use will remain banned, but a new medical marijuana program received the green light this week. They have become the 10th country within the European Union to legalize medical marijuana. Patients with certain debilitating conditions may be able to legally obtain marijuana to help with their symptoms. Manufacturers will soon be able to apply through Romania’s National Agency of Medicines.
We will keep you updated with any new developments on this or other international developments. Cannabis’ reputation as a healer and economy driver seems to be traveling far and wide these days.
New Medicinal Marijuana System Implemented in Canada
Recently, the marijuana discussion within the U.S. has focused on the current claims through the Department of Justice as well as their claim that they’ll respect condition laws and regulations, and never prosecute individuals who follow them. Our neighbors up north did a little more for patients than simply simply making claims.
With what should eventually serve 500, 000 Canadian citizens, the nation’s health agency is starting a government run medicinal marijuana program. Instead of just private care providers licensed for everyone 3 patients, the brand new system may have massive farms with considerable safety and procedural oversight. The market is likely to eventually grow to at least one.3 billion dollars of revenue each year in Canada.
Doctors will complete an easy form for patients when they qualify. The new massive system may benefit patients in a number of ways . Additional oversight and safety screening can help prevent many problems, including individuals connected with mold and bugs. The cost of medicine is anticipated to fall as little as $3 per gram for several strains. Additionally, farmers will focus on offering different amounts of potency that ought to make sure that people are not removed if their comfort levels.
The machine sounds great theoretically though nobody will have the ability to determine the potency of it for a while. Many question if your system that’s moving from small , frequently personalized develops, to enormous sized procedures will have the ability to support the same attention and take care of patients. We at marijuana.internet are wishing patients in Canada don’t become an afterthought. It will likewise be worth keeping a watch onto find out if this pushes a leisure movement forward. Is the outcomes of the program have an effect in either case on whether Canada legalizes leisure marijuana?
 
After Months of Silence U.S. Government Responds to New Marijuana Laws
After the historic vote by the people of both Colorado and Washington to legalize recreational marijuana, a swift response by the federal government was expected. However, most federal officials have yet to utter a public response to Colorado and Washington taking legalization into their own hands. United States Attorney General, Eric Holder, did meet with high ranking officials from Washington State but made no comment to the public regarding the discussions.
The people are finally being informed of the federal government’s position on marijuana since the November election. Unfortunately, it seems only Canadian residents are being kept in the loop for the time being. U.S. Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, Gil Kerlikowske, told the Canadian based Maclean’s magazine that the federal government will still target marijuana growers and providers. He went on to say “I think a patchwork of policies would create real difficulties… “I don’t see the legalization of drugs and making them widely available as a good thing.”
Mr. Kerlikowske was also asked if he noticed any parallels between same-sex marriage and the current legal situation with marijuana. He responded by saying “I don’t look at marijuana as a human right, or a civil right, or even in the same venue as gay marriage…this is a public health issue.” Struggling patients seeking pain relief will likely disagree with the initial portion of the quote. As traditional medical treatments have failed so many, medical marijuana is considered a right by millions of Americans.
Mason Tvert of the Marijuana Policy Project responded by saying “We are hopeful [federal officials] will see the benefits of regulating marijuana in a manner similar to alcohol, and we are pleased to see the progress these two states are making toward doing just that.” There is validity to some of what Gil Kerlikowske stated. Marijuana is a public health issue. Providing pain relief without physically addictive opiate based medications is in the utmost interest of the people. It will be interesting to see what is said when the federal government decides to finally address its own people.