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Legalization of Recreational Cannabis

Cannabis Legalization 

On October 17, 2018 cannabis was legalized in Canada. 

Ontario legislation provides the regulatory framework for the purchase and use of recreational cannabis in Ontario. The legislation:

 

  • Prohibits the sale of recreational cannabis to anyone under the age of 19.
  • Lists where the use of cannabis will be permitted
  • Prohibits youth (under 19) from possessing, cultivating, consuming,  and sharing any amount of recreational cannabis.
  • Addresses illegal selling, including illegal storefront dispensaries.
  • Allows adults to possess up to 30 grams of legal cannabis. Note: The Ontario Cannabis Control Act aligns with the proposed federal adult possession limited that is set at 30 grams.

 

To read more about Ontario’s rules governing cannabis, please visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/cannabis-legalization

 To read more about the Windsor Essex County’s Health Unit Cannabis Use Prevention and Safety Campaign, please visit: https://www.wechu.org/cannabis

  

Cannabis Retail Storefronts

On November 15, 2018, the Town of Amherstburg held a Public Information and Consultation Meeting to receive resident feedback about cannabis retail stores within the Town of Amherstburg. A public request for feedback was also available at www.talktheburg.ca from November 16, 2018 until November 30, 2018. This feedback was compiled in a Report to Council. 

Council considered the report on cannabis retail stores on January 21st, 2019. At this meeting, Council directed Administration to notify the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) that retail cannabis storefronts are permitted to operate in the Town of Amherstburg.

The regulator of cannabis storefronts is the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. For details on storefront licences and regulation, please visit: https://www.agco.ca/cannabis/cannabis-retail-store-ownersoperators 

 

Cannabis Cultivation 

Commercial cannabis cultivation is regulated by the Federal Government. A licence to cultivate is required from Health Canada. For more information, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/industry-licensees-applicants/applying-licence.html

On October 15, 2019, By-law 2019-075 was approved by Amherstburg Town Council to amend Zoning By-law No. 1999-52 for Cannabis Cultivation and Production Facilities within the Town of Amherstburg. This by-law sets out regulations for production and cultivation of cannabis within the Town of Amherstburg. For details regarding the Zoning By-Law, please contact the Planning Department at 519-736-5408.