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 includes rules regulating grow operations as well as the advertisement and promotion of cannabis, which is strictly controlled to protect youth.
Under federal legislation, provinces are responsible for establishing wholesale and retail distribution systems. Jurisdiction over rules regarding where individuals can consume cannabis also resides with the provinces.
Please read the following briefing from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to learn more about cannabis and what it means for local municipalities.
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