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Cannabis Legalization & Medical Cannabis Facilities

Posted on October 17, 2018 03:00 PM

There are two issues related to cannabis:

  1. New federal legalization for recreational use
  2. Medical cannabis facilities 

The two issues are regulated differently at a federal, provincial, and municipal level. Below is information on the two issues, commonly requested information, and enforcement information. 

On Monday, October 15, 2018, the Town of Pelham passed an interim control by law restricting the use of all land in the municipality for any cannabis-related land uses for a period of one year to...

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News and notes for Election Day (October 22, 2018)

Posted on October 17, 2018 02:00 PM

Monday, October 22, 2018, is Election Day. Here is a quick snapshot of this year's election.

ADVANCED POLLS

Many Pelham residents have attended one of the four advanced polling stations held in the weeks leading up to the election. In fact, over 13 per cent of registered electors cast an advanced ballot. Of course, the biggest turnout is expected on Election Day itself.

POLLING STATIONS

There are several polling stations throughout Pelham on Election Day, and a full list can be found at www.pelham.ca/polling-stations-2018....

Town passes interim control bylaw on cannabis-related land uses

Posted on October 16, 2018 03:45 PM

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October 16, 2018

Pelham, ON – Pelham Town Council unanimously passed an interim control bylaw on October 15, 2018, restricting the use of all land in the municipality for any cannabis-related land uses for a period of one year.

The bylaw, to remain in effect pending the completion of the review of its land use planning policies and regulations, does not affect lands under Development Permit Control of the Niagara Escarpment Commission or any current lawful operations with building...

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Meridian Community Centre sets the stage for Carousel Players “Peter Pan”

Posted on October 16, 2018 02:30 PM

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October 16, 2018

Pelham, ON– Pirates. Lost Boys. A ticking crocodile. J. M. Barrie’s classic story about the boy who would not grow up comes to life at the Meridian Community Centre in Pelham on October 27, 2018, at 1 p.m.

The lively musical, produced by Carousel Players, reimagines Bat Hats Theatre’s award-winning adaptation of the classic story of Peter Pan, complete with 11 musicians/actors who perform original music, influenced by folk and jazz.

“We are thrilled to welcome this...

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Briefing: Municipal governments in the Ontario recreational cannabis framework

Posted on October 16, 2018 10:00 AM

From the Association of Municipalities of Ontario

As of October 17, 2018, it will be legal in Canada to possess or use cannabis subject to certain limits. The federal government amended the Criminal Code to enable Canadians to buy, sell and consume cannabis and cannabis products. Under federal legislation, Health Canada administers the licensing regime for recreational cannabis growers.

These licensed producers serve as the sole source of legal recreational cannabis in Canada. The federal framework...

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