The Honourable Navdeep Bains PC, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35062 Mississauga—Malton (Ontario)
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Hi,
Thank you very much for reaching out to us about our stance on the current marijuana debate. As you know it is a very divisive issue in our country. Mr. Bains cannot provide a response to be featured on your website or tweeter feed at this moment but he can tell you that he supports the position of the Liberal Party of Canada.
For more information on the position of the Liberal Party of Canada please review the following link:
http://www.liberal.ca/mp-adam-vaughan-on-why-prohibition-has-failed/
Thank you very much reaching out.
Sincerely
Anton
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
We, the undersigned, Citizens or residents of Canada, call upon the Government of Canada to establish an independent, fully-empowered Royal Commission into the health, social and economic costs associated with the legalization of Cannabis use including costs associated with prohibition, discrimination, organized crime, political favouritism and corruption.
Sunday, May 29, 2016
Sven Spengemann, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35061 Mississauga—Lakeshore (Ontario)
Sven Spengemann, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35061 Mississauga—Lakeshore (Ontario)
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In our ridings I think many of us parliamentarians around the table and colleagues who are not here will have received questions over the past months on the issue of marijuana. I've had folks come to me from the production side, people who are interested in holding licences to produce medical marijuana, people from the consumer side, people who are beneficiaries of medical marijuana. Also there are the pros and cons of the recreational side.
I'm wondering if you could give the committee, and through the committee the Canadian public an update on the current legal status of marijuana.
"
March 8th, 2016 / 12:10 p.m.
Liberal
Sven Spengemann Mississauga—Lakeshore, ON
https://openparliament.ca/committees/public-safety/42-1/6/sven-spengemann-1/
"
In our ridings I think many of us parliamentarians around the table and colleagues who are not here will have received questions over the past months on the issue of marijuana. I've had folks come to me from the production side, people who are interested in holding licences to produce medical marijuana, people from the consumer side, people who are beneficiaries of medical marijuana. Also there are the pros and cons of the recreational side.
I'm wondering if you could give the committee, and through the committee the Canadian public an update on the current legal status of marijuana.
"
March 8th, 2016 / 12:10 p.m.
Liberal
Sven Spengemann Mississauga—Lakeshore, ON
https://openparliament.ca/committees/public-safety/42-1/6/sven-spengemann-1/
The Honourable Dr. Jane Philpott PC, Minister of Health, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35054 Markham—Stouffville (Ontario)
The Honourable Dr. Jane Philpott PC, Minister of Health, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35054 Markham—Stouffville (Ontario)
"
Mr. Speaker, we are all concerned with the health of Canadians, both young and old, and we are concerned with the health risks associated with smoking.
As pertains to the issue of marijuana, however, we have lost the fight, and the current approach to marijuana is not working. Results this week have revealed that record amounts of marijuana are being used by our youth. Our government plans to implement legislation to address that so we can keep marijuana out of the hands of children and youth.
"
Health
Oral Questions
December 11th, 2015 / 11:45 a.m.
Markham—Stouffville
Ontario
Liberal
Jane Philpott Minister of Health
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2015/12/11/jane-philpott-1/
"
Mr. Speaker, we are all concerned with the health of Canadians, both young and old, and we are concerned with the health risks associated with smoking.
As pertains to the issue of marijuana, however, we have lost the fight, and the current approach to marijuana is not working. Results this week have revealed that record amounts of marijuana are being used by our youth. Our government plans to implement legislation to address that so we can keep marijuana out of the hands of children and youth.
"
Health
Oral Questions
December 11th, 2015 / 11:45 a.m.
Markham—Stouffville
Ontario
Liberal
Jane Philpott Minister of Health
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2015/12/11/jane-philpott-1/
Kate Young, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35053 London West (Ontario)
Kate Young, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35053 London West (Ontario)
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Dear NORML Canada,
I believe it is time to legalize and regulate the sale of marijuana. The Liberal Party of Canada believes that legalization – not simply decriminalization – is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts.
The system is clearly broken. The Liberal solution is clear: if we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our children, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Kate Young
London West Federal Liberal Candidate
http://norml.ca/election/
MP statements 2015
"
Dear NORML Canada,
I believe it is time to legalize and regulate the sale of marijuana. The Liberal Party of Canada believes that legalization – not simply decriminalization – is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts.
The system is clearly broken. The Liberal solution is clear: if we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our children, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Kate Young
London West Federal Liberal Candidate
http://norml.ca/election/
MP statements 2015
Saturday, May 28, 2016
Mark Gerretsen, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35044 Kingston and the Islands (Ontario)
Mark Gerretsen, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35044 Kingston and the Islands (Ontario)
"It's a tough one, but we are committed to doing this, and i believe it's the right thing todo"
@07:30 in the radio show
Mark Gerretsen with The Kris & Boomer show
Posted on October 26, 2015 by Kris
http://www.krock1057.ca/2015/10/26/mark-gerretsen-with-the-kris-boomer-show/
***
Hi there,
Yes, I am supportive of the Liberal Party’s position on this issue.
Mark.
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
"It's a tough one, but we are committed to doing this, and i believe it's the right thing todo"
@07:30 in the radio show
Mark Gerretsen with The Kris & Boomer show
Posted on October 26, 2015 by Kris
http://www.krock1057.ca/2015/10/26/mark-gerretsen-with-the-kris-boomer-show/
***
Hi there,
Yes, I am supportive of the Liberal Party’s position on this issue.
Mark.
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Friday, May 27, 2016
Deborah Schulte, Liberal Member of Parliament for King—Vaughan (Ontario)
Deborah Schulte, Liberal Member of Parliament for King—Vaughan (Ontario)
http://www.parl.gc.ca/HousePublications/Publication.aspx?Language=E&Mode=1&Parl=42&Ses=1&DocId=8358958#DOC--8363678
On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 8:41 AM, <Deb.Schulte@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
"
Young Liberals have a strong role to play in the Liberal Party of Canada. In the past, Young Liberals have influenced the Liberal Party to take a stance on same sex marriage, commitment to the Kyoto protocol and more recently with the legalization of marijuana.
"
January 15, 2016 at 1:19pm
https://www.facebook.com/DebSchulte82/posts/1191636364198137
http://www.parl.gc.ca/HousePublications/Publication.aspx?Language=E&Mode=1&Parl=42&Ses=1&DocId=8358958#DOC--8363678
Pursuant to Standing Order 45, the House proceeded to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Rankin (Victoria), seconded by Ms. Quach (Salaberry—Suroît), — That the House: (a) recognize the contradiction of continuing to give Canadian criminal records for simple possession of marijuana after the government has stated that it should not be a crime; (b) recognize that this situation is unacceptable to Canadians, municipalities and law enforcement agencies; (c) recognize that a growing number of voices, including that of a former Liberal prime minister, are calling for decriminalization to address this gap; and (d) call upon the government to immediately decriminalize the simple possession of marijuana for personal use.
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Conformément à l'article 45 du Règlement, la Chambre procède au vote par appel nominal différé sur la motion de M. Rankin (Victoria), appuyé par Mme Quach (Salaberry—Suroît), — Que la Chambre : a) reconnaisse la contradiction de continuer à donner un casier judiciaire aux Canadiens pour la simple possession de marijuana après que le gouvernement a affirmé que la simple possession de marijuana ne devrait pas être un crime; b) reconnaisse que cette situation est inacceptable pour les Canadiens, les municipalités et les autorités policières; c) reconnaisse qu’un nombre croissant de voix, incluant celle d’un ancien premier ministre libéral, demandent la décriminalisation pour combler cette lacune; d) réclame du gouvernement qu’il décriminalise immédiatement la possession simple de marijuana pour une utilisation personnelle.
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The question was put on the motion and it was negatived on the following division:
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La motion, mise aux voix, est rejetée par le vote suivant :
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On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 8:41 AM, <Deb.Schulte@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
Dear Sam,Thank you for contacting me on this matter.This issue is being studied and I will wait to render a position to your questions until I hear the evidence through the consultation process.The quote you have of me in your email, as well as on your website, is not something I have said.Regards,Deb Schulte, MPKing—VaughanT: 613-992-1461From: Sam Vekemans [mailto:samvekemans@gmail.com]
Sent: May 27, 2016 3:30 AM
To: Schulte, Deb - M.P.
Subject: Deborah Schulte: FEEDBACK REQUESTED for draft bills to repeal cannabis prohibition
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Young Liberals have a strong role to play in the Liberal Party of Canada. In the past, Young Liberals have influenced the Liberal Party to take a stance on same sex marriage, commitment to the Kyoto protocol and more recently with the legalization of marijuana.
"
January 15, 2016 at 1:19pm
https://www.facebook.com/DebSchulte82/posts/1191636364198137
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Karen McCrimmon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35041 Kanata—Carleton (Ontario)
Karen McCrimmon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35041 Kanata—Carleton (Ontario)
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Hello NORML,
I support cannabis legalization, as does the Liberal Party. Legalization, not just decriminalization, is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of our children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and to reduce the negative health impacts.
If we pass smarter laws that tax and regulate marijuana, we can better protect Canadians.
Please let me know if you need any more information.
Best,
Karen McCrimmon
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
***
Hello NORML,
I support cannabis legalization, as does the Liberal Party. Legalization, not just decriminalization, is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of our children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and to reduce the negative health impacts.
If we pass smarter laws that tax and regulate marijuana, we can better protect Canadians.
Please let me know if you need any more information.
Best,
Karen McCrimmon
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Mike Bossio, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35039 Hastings—Lennox and Addington (Ontario)
Mike Bossio, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35039 Hastings—Lennox and Addington (Ontario)
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Questioned about some current issues, Bossio says of the trial of Senator Mike Duffy, “a lot of Canadians are saying, ‘Who is the Prime Minister kidding? Come on, you knew what was going on here.’” Commenting on the recent pledge by NDP leader Thomas Mulcair to decriminalize marijuana “the minute we’re elected” he responds that the Liberals remain committed to the legalization and regulation of cannabis and refers to “ABCANN,” a Napanee firm researching the medical properties of marijuana and other plants.
"
Sep 10, 2015 | Vote
Mike Bossio’s priorities outlined
Central Hastings News By Brett Mann
http://www.insidebelleville.com/news-story/5836596-mike-bossio-s-priorities-outlined/
"
Questioned about some current issues, Bossio says of the trial of Senator Mike Duffy, “a lot of Canadians are saying, ‘Who is the Prime Minister kidding? Come on, you knew what was going on here.’” Commenting on the recent pledge by NDP leader Thomas Mulcair to decriminalize marijuana “the minute we’re elected” he responds that the Liberals remain committed to the legalization and regulation of cannabis and refers to “ABCANN,” a Napanee firm researching the medical properties of marijuana and other plants.
"
Sep 10, 2015 | Vote
Mike Bossio’s priorities outlined
Central Hastings News By Brett Mann
http://www.insidebelleville.com/news-story/5836596-mike-bossio-s-priorities-outlined/
Scott Duvall, NDP Member of Parliament for 35037 Hamilton Mountain (Ontario)
Scott Duvall, NDP Member of Parliament for 35037 Hamilton Mountain (Ontario)
still not a clear statement....
"Tried marijuana when I was a teenager," wrote Ward 7 councillor Scott Duvall in an email on Thursday. "Did nothing for me and have not tried it since. Don't smoke pot and don't do drugs.
UPDATED
Second Hamilton councillor admits to having smoked pot
Which Hamilton city councillors have confessed to having tried marijuana?
By Cory Ruf , CBC News Posted: Aug 29, 2013 6:35 PM ET Last Updated: Aug 29, 2013 6:41 PM ET
still not a clear statement....
Lloyd Longfield, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35032 Guelph (Ontario)
Lloyd Longfield, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35032 Guelph (Ontario)
"
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Toronto's former top cop to guide Liberals on marijuana legalization http://www.cbc.ca/1.3394240
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2:10 AM - 8 Jan 2016
https://twitter.com/lloydlongfield/status/685403148576501760
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Toronto's former top cop to guide Liberals on marijuana legalization http://www.cbc.ca/1.3394240
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2:10 AM - 8 Jan 2016
https://twitter.com/lloydlongfield/status/685403148576501760
Toronto's former top cop to guide Liberals on marijuana legalization https://t.co/jyPUd5gbn7— Lloyd Longfield (@LloydLongfield) January 8, 2016
Borys Wrzesnewskyj, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35027 Etobicoke Centre (Ontario)
Borys Wrzesnewskyj, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35027 Etobicoke Centre (Ontario)
"Organized crime is an issue that affects ordinary Canadians. While many of its activities seem to have no direct bearing on the lives of law-abiding citizens, the consequences of organized crime are far-reaching. For example, we are seeing a rise in marijuana grow operations, most of which have a direct link to organized crime groups. Grow ops defraud hydro and insurance companies. They are a serious fire risk and threaten the lives of citizens who live nearby. Proceeds from the sale of drugs are often used to buy weapons and allow criminal groups to branch into other illicit businesses."
Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Act
Government Orders
November 17th, 2004 / 5:05 p.m.
Liberal
Borys Wrzesnewskyj Etobicoke Centre, ON
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2004/11/17/borys-wrzesnewskyj-1/
"Organized crime is an issue that affects ordinary Canadians. While many of its activities seem to have no direct bearing on the lives of law-abiding citizens, the consequences of organized crime are far-reaching. For example, we are seeing a rise in marijuana grow operations, most of which have a direct link to organized crime groups. Grow ops defraud hydro and insurance companies. They are a serious fire risk and threaten the lives of citizens who live nearby. Proceeds from the sale of drugs are often used to buy weapons and allow criminal groups to branch into other illicit businesses."
Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Act
Government Orders
November 17th, 2004 / 5:05 p.m.
Liberal
Borys Wrzesnewskyj Etobicoke Centre, ON
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2004/11/17/borys-wrzesnewskyj-1/
David Allan Tilson, Conservative Member of Parliament for 35022 Duffern-Caledon (Ontario)
David Allan Tilson, Conservative Member of Parliament for 35022 Duffern-Caledon (Ontario)
"Cannabis is a schedule II drug and attracts lesser penalties. It is only if at least three kilograms are involved that trafficking and possession for the purpose of trafficking are punishable by up to life imprisonment. Production of cannabis is punishable by up to seven years' imprisonment. "
April 15, 2008
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Geng Tan, Liberal Member of Parlaiment for 35020 Don Valley North (Ontario)
Geng Tan, Liberal Member of Parlaiment for 35020 Don Valley North (Ontario)
“Hello,
Thank you for your e-mail on this important issue. As you know, the Liberal Party of Canada and our Leader Justin Trudeau supports the legalization of marijuana. We believe that legalization could be achieved by passing smart laws that would tax and regulate marijuana. The current approach by the federal government has failed our children and our society. Today, it is easier for children to access marijuana than alcohol or tobacco. We are seeing that millions of dollars from the trade of marijuana are being funnelled to criminal organizations and street gangs, making our communities unsafe. The only way to move away from the Conservative’s failed drug policy that doesn’t protect people is by supporting the Liberal Party of Canada and Justin Trudeau.
Thank you,
Geng”
MP statements 2015
Yasmin Ratansi, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35019 Don Valley East (Ontario)
Yasmin Ratansi, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35019 Don Valley East (Ontario)
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“Thank you for your email of April 13, 2015. As a Candidate seeking election for the Liberal Party of Canada, I support my party’s position on this issue.
Simply put, the current criminal laws regarding possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana do not deter the availability nor the use or abuse of marijuana in Canada. Using the criminal justice system as a deterrent in this situation has failed, not only in Canada, but in many other jurisdictions.
What I support, as a Liberal Candidate, is to decriminalize possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana, not including amounts prescribed by a physician.
A Liberal government would work closely with various organizations such as law enforcement, physicians, and other community based groups to formulate regulations regarding safety of the substance, the distribution, sale and regulations on possession. Our goal is to protect children, young adults and vulnerable people without resorting to the heavy hand of the criminal law.
We would also work with treatment advocates to develop policies regarding addiction.
I hope this answers your question. Thank you for giving me this opportunity to provide my response.”
Yasmin”
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
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“Thank you for your email of April 13, 2015. As a Candidate seeking election for the Liberal Party of Canada, I support my party’s position on this issue.
Simply put, the current criminal laws regarding possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana do not deter the availability nor the use or abuse of marijuana in Canada. Using the criminal justice system as a deterrent in this situation has failed, not only in Canada, but in many other jurisdictions.
What I support, as a Liberal Candidate, is to decriminalize possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana, not including amounts prescribed by a physician.
A Liberal government would work closely with various organizations such as law enforcement, physicians, and other community based groups to formulate regulations regarding safety of the substance, the distribution, sale and regulations on possession. Our goal is to protect children, young adults and vulnerable people without resorting to the heavy hand of the criminal law.
We would also work with treatment advocates to develop policies regarding addiction.
I hope this answers your question. Thank you for giving me this opportunity to provide my response.”
Yasmin”
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Saturday, May 21, 2016
Julie Dzerowicz, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35018 Davenport (Ontario)
Julie Dzerowicz, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35018 Davenport (Ontario)
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Mr. Speaker, as the aunt of a 15-year-old nephew, I am concerned about how easy it is for youth his age to obtain marijuana. What measures is the government taking to ensure that by legalizing marijuana we are making it more difficult for children and youth to access this substance?
Can the Minister of Justice offer an update on our party's commitment to regulate and legalize marijuana?
"
Justice
Oral Questions
February 22nd, 2016 / 2:55 p.m.
Liberal
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/22/julie-dzerowicz-1/
"
Mr. Speaker, as the aunt of a 15-year-old nephew, I am concerned about how easy it is for youth his age to obtain marijuana. What measures is the government taking to ensure that by legalizing marijuana we are making it more difficult for children and youth to access this substance?
Can the Minister of Justice offer an update on our party's commitment to regulate and legalize marijuana?
"
Justice
Oral Questions
February 22nd, 2016 / 2:55 p.m.
Liberal
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/22/julie-dzerowicz-1/
Bryan May, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35016 Cambridge (Ontario)
Bryan May, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35016 Cambridge (Ontario)
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I believe we have to take a long look before we make any decision on legalizing marijuana. I support decriminalization of simple possession but not trafficking. I don’t think the government should legalize it simply to generate revenue. I believe that that the Conservative plan to take us down the road of an American style judicial system is wrong. The United States spends billions upon billions keeping people in jail and breeding better criminals. I believe if we want to reduce crime in this country we need to get people a job, we need to get people an education.
"
by Bryan May April 27, 2011at 9:48 AM
http://live.570news.com/Event/Live_chat_Bryan_May_Liberal_candidate_Cambridge
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I believe we have to take a long look before we make any decision on legalizing marijuana. I support decriminalization of simple possession but not trafficking. I don’t think the government should legalize it simply to generate revenue. I believe that that the Conservative plan to take us down the road of an American style judicial system is wrong. The United States spends billions upon billions keeping people in jail and breeding better criminals. I believe if we want to reduce crime in this country we need to get people a job, we need to get people an education.
"
by Bryan May April 27, 2011at 9:48 AM
http://live.570news.com/Event/Live_chat_Bryan_May_Liberal_candidate_Cambridge
Karina Gould, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Development & Member of Parliament for 35015 Burlington (Ontario)
Karina Gould, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Development & Member of Parliament for 35015 Burlington (Ontario)
“To Whom It May Concern,
Thank you for your recent inquiry as to my position on the legalization of Marijuana. I support the legalization of Marijuana.
Sincerely,
Karina Gould”
election 2015
http://norml.ca/election/
“To Whom It May Concern,
Thank you for your recent inquiry as to my position on the legalization of Marijuana. I support the legalization of Marijuana.
Sincerely,
Karina Gould”
election 2015
http://norml.ca/election/
Kamal Khera, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35012 Brampton West (Ontario)
Kamal Khera, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35012 Brampton West (Ontario)
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Mr. Speaker, it is vitally important that those who need marijuana for medical use as prescribed by a medical professional have access to it.
I would like to quote from the court case, specifically section 1(2), which states:
This case is not about the legalization of marihuana generally or the liberalization of its recreational or life-style use. Nor is it about the commercialization of marihuana for such purposes.
"
Justice
Oral Questions
February 25th, 2016 / 2:40 p.m.
Brampton West
Ontario
Liberal
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/25/kamal-khera-1/
"
Mr. Speaker, it is vitally important that those who need marijuana for medical use as prescribed by a medical professional have access to it.
I would like to quote from the court case, specifically section 1(2), which states:
This case is not about the legalization of marihuana generally or the liberalization of its recreational or life-style use. Nor is it about the commercialization of marihuana for such purposes.
"
Justice
Oral Questions
February 25th, 2016 / 2:40 p.m.
Brampton West
Ontario
Liberal
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/25/kamal-khera-1/
Ruby Sahota, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35010 Brampton North (Ontario)
Ruby Sahota, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35010 Brampton North (Ontario)
" Regarding marijuana, I support the Liberal party decision because the empirical evidence suggests that it is the smart move.
...
We think legalizing has advantages over decriminalization such as the fact that it takes power and monetary gain away from criminals/gangs as well as the advantage of government regulation.
"
October 2015
https://www.reddit.com/r/Brampton/comments/3lcoy4/i_am_liberal_candidate_ruby_sahota_ask_me_anything/
" Regarding marijuana, I support the Liberal party decision because the empirical evidence suggests that it is the smart move.
...
We think legalizing has advantages over decriminalization such as the fact that it takes power and monetary gain away from criminals/gangs as well as the advantage of government regulation.
"
October 2015
https://www.reddit.com/r/Brampton/comments/3lcoy4/i_am_liberal_candidate_ruby_sahota_ask_me_anything/
Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35007 Beaches—East York (Ontario)
Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35007 Beaches—East York (Ontario)
On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 9:57 AM, <Nathaniel.Erskine-Smith@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
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Another victory for reason and failure for #Harper, as our #SupremeCourt rules that medical #marijuana is legal in all forms. #LegalizeIt
On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 9:57 AM, <Nathaniel.Erskine-Smith@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
Sam,Nate’s hard at work on his own private member’s bill (C-246). While he shares your aim of legalizing cannabis, we can’t take on another bill at this point.As you know, the government of Canada will be putting forward a government bill early next year. Nate’s riding borders that of MP Bill Blair, and they’re in regular contact re: marijuana legalization. I expect his informal discussions with Mr. Blair will be more productive than introducing a bill of his own.MP Erskine-Smith has already asked the Minister of Justice to stop prosecuting possession cases. http://news.nationalpost.com/full-comment/john-ivison- national-weed-day-gives- liberal-backbencher-chance-to- rock-own-governments-boat Thank you again for your work on this issue. I encourage you to remain committed and keep working hard.AndyAndrew GoodridgeParliamentary AssistantNathaniel Erskine-Smith MP Beaches-East York
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Another victory for reason and failure for #Harper, as our #SupremeCourt rules that medical #marijuana is legal in all forms. #LegalizeIt
8:01 AM - 11 Jun 2015
***
I am in favour of marijuana legalization and regulation, and I have been an advocate for drug policy reform for years.
I look forward to being part of a Liberal government that puts an end to marijuana prohibition once and for all.
If you would like to discuss this issue in more detail, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Nate
Nathaniel Erskine-Smith
2015 election
Neil R. Ellis, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35006 Bay of Quinte (Ontario)
Neil R. Ellis, Liberal Member of Parliament for 35006 Bay of Quinte (Ontario)
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Ellis said his party would legalize marijuana and control it as it would create money taken from crime.
“$600 million is spent on locking up people that have been in possession of small amounts of marijuana. We need to look at the United States, it creates jobs, has not caused crime rates to rise and created taxation for the government.”
"
Bay of Quinte candidates debate
(undated article)
http://www.quintenews.com/bay-of-quinte-candidates-debate-2015/
"
Ellis said his party would legalize marijuana and control it as it would create money taken from crime.
“$600 million is spent on locking up people that have been in possession of small amounts of marijuana. We need to look at the United States, it creates jobs, has not caused crime rates to rise and created taxation for the government.”
"
Bay of Quinte candidates debate
(undated article)
http://www.quintenews.com/bay-of-quinte-candidates-debate-2015/
John Brassard, Conservative Member of Parliament for 35004 Barrie—Innisfil (Ontario)
John Brassard, Conservative Member of Parliament for 35004 Barrie—Innisfil (Ontario)
“Justin cares about big city issues, like legalizing marijuana. He doesn’t understand the values and concerns of rural Canada,” said Prime Minister Harper. “He lacks the experience, knowledge and judgment to help rural Canada succeed.”
HARPER PROMISES BROADBAND EXPANSION INTO MORE RURAL COMMUNITIES
August 26, 2015 HARPER PROMISES BROADBAND EXPANSION INTO MORE RURAL COMMUNITIES
http://johnbrassard.conservative.ca/2015/08/26/harper-promises-broadband-expansion-into-more-rural-communities/
“Justin cares about big city issues, like legalizing marijuana. He doesn’t understand the values and concerns of rural Canada,” said Prime Minister Harper. “He lacks the experience, knowledge and judgment to help rural Canada succeed.”
HARPER PROMISES BROADBAND EXPANSION INTO MORE RURAL COMMUNITIES
August 26, 2015 HARPER PROMISES BROADBAND EXPANSION INTO MORE RURAL COMMUNITIES
http://johnbrassard.conservative.ca/2015/08/26/harper-promises-broadband-expansion-into-more-rural-communities/
Leona Alleslev, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35003 Aurora–Oak Ridges–Richmond Hill (Ontario)
Leona Alleslev, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35003 Aurora–Oak Ridges–Richmond Hill (Ontario)
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A spokesperson from the office of Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill MP Leona Alleslev said they hadn't received such a package, but that "all MPs have been instructed to contact local law enforcement immediately to properly dispose" of them.
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Liberal Politicians in Canada Are Being Told to Snitch on the Guy Sending Them Weed
By Tamara Khandaker
January 7, 2016 | 2:30 pm
https://news.vice.com/article/liberal-politicians-in-canada-are-being-told-to-snitch-on-the-guy-sending-them-weed
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A spokesperson from the office of Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill MP Leona Alleslev said they hadn't received such a package, but that "all MPs have been instructed to contact local law enforcement immediately to properly dispose" of them.
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Liberal Politicians in Canada Are Being Told to Snitch on the Guy Sending Them Weed
By Tamara Khandaker
January 7, 2016 | 2:30 pm
https://news.vice.com/article/liberal-politicians-in-canada-are-being-told-to-snitch-on-the-guy-sending-them-weed
Mark Holland, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Democratic Institutions & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35001 Ajax (Ontario)
Mark Holland, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Democratic Institutions & Liberal Member of Parliament for 35001 Ajax (Ontario)
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Teen use of marijuana is more than 2x tobacco. Let's use lessons from tobacco to change that
9TI1rrO2Vc
1:00pm - 12 Aug 15
https://www.twitter.com/markhollandlib/status/631555765979885568
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Teen use of marijuana is more than 2x tobacco. Let's use lessons from tobacco to change that
9TI1rrO2Vc
1:00pm - 12 Aug 15
https://www.twitter.com/markhollandlib/status/631555765979885568
Peter Schiefke, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister (Youth) & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24074 Vaudreuil—Soulanges (Quebec)
Peter Schiefke, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister (Youth) & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24074 Vaudreuil—Soulanges (Quebec)
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PS: We can't afford not to change our policy on marijuana. It hasn't worked. Every single government that has tried to fight the marijuana problem by throwing money at it has lost all its money. We saw it under (U.S. President) Ronald Reagan 'Say No to Drugs.' Tens of billions of dollars were invested and the rate of use of marijuana barely budged. Part of the population will smoke marijuana whether it's legal or not. Our plan is to look at what's happening around the world. There are countries who have decriminalized marijuana and have done it successfully. The result is the money has been taken out of the pockets of the crime syndicates.
Federal election English-Language candidates’ debate for Vaudreuil-Soulanges – Part 2
October 14, 2015
Carmen Marie Fabio
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http://www.yourlocaljournal.ca/#!Federal-election-EnglishLanguage-candidates%E2%80%99-debate-for-VaudreuilSoulanges-%E2%80%93-Part-2/ip5hx/561ef0c20cf2c3576e5e83a5
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PS: We can't afford not to change our policy on marijuana. It hasn't worked. Every single government that has tried to fight the marijuana problem by throwing money at it has lost all its money. We saw it under (U.S. President) Ronald Reagan 'Say No to Drugs.' Tens of billions of dollars were invested and the rate of use of marijuana barely budged. Part of the population will smoke marijuana whether it's legal or not. Our plan is to look at what's happening around the world. There are countries who have decriminalized marijuana and have done it successfully. The result is the money has been taken out of the pockets of the crime syndicates.
Federal election English-Language candidates’ debate for Vaudreuil-Soulanges – Part 2
October 14, 2015
Carmen Marie Fabio
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http://www.yourlocaljournal.ca/#!Federal-election-EnglishLanguage-candidates%E2%80%99-debate-for-VaudreuilSoulanges-%E2%80%93-Part-2/ip5hx/561ef0c20cf2c3576e5e83a5
Friday, May 20, 2016
Rhéal Éloi Fortin, Bloc Member of Parliament for 24063 Rivière-du-Nord (Quebec)
Rhéal Éloi Fortin, Bloc Member of Parliament for 24063 Rivière-du-Nord (Quebec)
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We also supported the same Prime Minister in introducing same-sex marriage and imposing a moratorium on the criminalization of cannabis. However, governments that ignored Quebec or abused the rights of Quebeckers remember the opposition work of the Bloc Québécois.
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Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply
Speech From The Throne
January 25th, 2016 / 11:05 a.m.
Bloc
Rhéal Fortin Rivière-du-Nord, QC
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/1/25/rheal-fortin-1/
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We also supported the same Prime Minister in introducing same-sex marriage and imposing a moratorium on the criminalization of cannabis. However, governments that ignored Quebec or abused the rights of Quebeckers remember the opposition work of the Bloc Québécois.
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Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply
Speech From The Throne
January 25th, 2016 / 11:05 a.m.
Bloc
Rhéal Fortin Rivière-du-Nord, QC
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/1/25/rheal-fortin-1/
Alain Rayes, Conservative Member of Parliament for / Le Député Conservateur Pour 24061 Richmond—Arthabaska (Quebec)
Alain Rayes, Conservative Member of Parliament for / Le Député Conservateur Pour 24061 Richmond—Arthabaska (Quebec)
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Mr. Speaker, in his throne speech, the Prime Minister indicated that he would legalize and decriminalize marijuana. Law enforcement officials have since said that they do not have the tools they need to effectively deal with drug-impaired driving.
A device to quickly detect whether a driver has consumed drugs, like the one used to screen for alcohol, has not yet been approved in Canada.
Can the Minister of Public Safety explain what he intends to do to reassure our police forces and Canadian families, who are afraid that there will be more impaired drivers on our roads?
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Justice
Oral Questions
February 17th, 2016 / 3:10 p.m.
Conservative
Alain Rayes Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/17/alain-rayes-1/only/
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Justice
Oral Questions
February 26th, 2016 / noon
Conservative
Alain Rayes Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, the court ruled that individuals are allowed to grow medical marijuana at home, and everyone knows that the Liberals intend to make this substance available to everyone.
I imagine that they believe it will be legal to grow cannabis in one's basement or even in one's garden, next to the carrots, tomatoes, and vegetables. If that happens, marijuana will be more accessible to children and difficult to control.
How does the government plan to keep marijuana out of the hands of children?
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/26/alain-rayes-1/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1GjqwCnriA
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Mr. Speaker, in his throne speech, the Prime Minister indicated that he would legalize and decriminalize marijuana. Law enforcement officials have since said that they do not have the tools they need to effectively deal with drug-impaired driving.
A device to quickly detect whether a driver has consumed drugs, like the one used to screen for alcohol, has not yet been approved in Canada.
Can the Minister of Public Safety explain what he intends to do to reassure our police forces and Canadian families, who are afraid that there will be more impaired drivers on our roads?
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Justice
Oral Questions
February 17th, 2016 / 3:10 p.m.
Conservative
Alain Rayes Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/17/alain-rayes-1/only/
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Justice
Oral Questions
February 26th, 2016 / noon
Conservative
Alain Rayes Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, the court ruled that individuals are allowed to grow medical marijuana at home, and everyone knows that the Liberals intend to make this substance available to everyone.
I imagine that they believe it will be legal to grow cannabis in one's basement or even in one's garden, next to the carrots, tomatoes, and vegetables. If that happens, marijuana will be more accessible to children and difficult to control.
How does the government plan to keep marijuana out of the hands of children?
https://openparliament.ca/debates/2016/2/26/alain-rayes-1/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1GjqwCnriA
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos PC, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24059 Québec (Quebec)
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos PC, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24059 Québec (Quebec)
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(Quebec) The legalization of marijuana in Canada will certainly generate revenues, but that is not the main objective of the Trudeau government, provides the new member for Quebec, Jean-Yves Duclos.
“The pricing of cannabis somewhat resembles that of alcohol and tobacco. This is a property that is consumed that can generate revenue from sales taxes. It is likely that legalize this market will generate revenue […], but what tax rate will be applied? Who will go to these recipes, I have no idea, “says economist of Laval University, tipped to occupy an economic character role in the Liberal cabinet.
He has not made an estimate of the income that could generate the legalization of drugs. Instead, it uses the figure of $ 5 billion in five years forward by the Green Party. “The current system gives us zero. So it would be between 0 and $ 5 billion, but where exactly, I have no idea, “he adds. For example, the first US state to legalize marijuana, Colorado, collected between 1 July 2014 and 30 June last $ 70 million in taxes, far exceeding its revenues in taxes on alcohol amounted to 42 $ millions.
But anyway, says Jean-Yves Duclos, the Liberal concern is not financial. “This is not the main goal [of generating income]. The main objective is to protect the health of our children, the welfare of those who choose to use cannabis. ”
It recognizes that the task is not small. “How to set up a system that legalizes marijuana to achieve these goals? This is an important issue that requires a lot of listening and collaboration with provinces and municipalities, “he argues. Mr. Duclos recalled that the issue goes beyond the field of taxation since there are “major concerns related to health” as opposed to the sale of common consumer goods such as food and shoes.
“We’ll probably go progressively respecting the concerns that are still present among citizens,” says Duclos. According to him, there are still many people who do not understand the benefits of legalizing cannabis for the community. A work of “alertness and awareness” is necessary for that purpose, supports the new politician.
MARIJUANA: HEALTH BEFORE PROFITS
magictr | October 25, 2015
http://stopru.org/marijuana-health-before-profits/8279
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(Quebec) The legalization of marijuana in Canada will certainly generate revenues, but that is not the main objective of the Trudeau government, provides the new member for Quebec, Jean-Yves Duclos.
“The pricing of cannabis somewhat resembles that of alcohol and tobacco. This is a property that is consumed that can generate revenue from sales taxes. It is likely that legalize this market will generate revenue […], but what tax rate will be applied? Who will go to these recipes, I have no idea, “says economist of Laval University, tipped to occupy an economic character role in the Liberal cabinet.
He has not made an estimate of the income that could generate the legalization of drugs. Instead, it uses the figure of $ 5 billion in five years forward by the Green Party. “The current system gives us zero. So it would be between 0 and $ 5 billion, but where exactly, I have no idea, “he adds. For example, the first US state to legalize marijuana, Colorado, collected between 1 July 2014 and 30 June last $ 70 million in taxes, far exceeding its revenues in taxes on alcohol amounted to 42 $ millions.
But anyway, says Jean-Yves Duclos, the Liberal concern is not financial. “This is not the main goal [of generating income]. The main objective is to protect the health of our children, the welfare of those who choose to use cannabis. ”
It recognizes that the task is not small. “How to set up a system that legalizes marijuana to achieve these goals? This is an important issue that requires a lot of listening and collaboration with provinces and municipalities, “he argues. Mr. Duclos recalled that the issue goes beyond the field of taxation since there are “major concerns related to health” as opposed to the sale of common consumer goods such as food and shoes.
“We’ll probably go progressively respecting the concerns that are still present among citizens,” says Duclos. According to him, there are still many people who do not understand the benefits of legalizing cannabis for the community. A work of “alertness and awareness” is necessary for that purpose, supports the new politician.
MARIJUANA: HEALTH BEFORE PROFITS
magictr | October 25, 2015
http://stopru.org/marijuana-health-before-profits/8279
Anthony Housefather, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24052 Mount Royal (Quebec)
Anthony Housefather, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24052 Mount Royal (Quebec)
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I support Liberal Party policy on this issue.
Regards
Anthony
Anthony Housefather
Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and General Counsel
Dialogic Corporation.
6700, Cote-de-Liesse Road
Suite 100
Saint-Laurent, Quebec
H4T 2B5 Canada
Tel: +1-514-832-3577
Fax: +1-514-745-0055
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
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I support Liberal Party policy on this issue.
Regards
Anthony
Anthony Housefather
Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and General Counsel
Dialogic Corporation.
6700, Cote-de-Liesse Road
Suite 100
Saint-Laurent, Quebec
H4T 2B5 Canada
Tel: +1-514-832-3577
Fax: +1-514-745-0055
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Unschedule Cannabis Project - May 20, 2016 update
Unschedule Cannabis Project - May 20, 2016 update
There is now 19 days to go before the e-18 cannabis petition expires on the Parliament website.
There is now 19 days to go before the e-18 cannabis petition expires on the Parliament website.
It's sitting at the #1 spot with over 18,428 signatures (as of writing post).
The Draft Bill C-985/986/987/988 text document has been improved, it now includes the recommendation on the Marijuana Related Businesses, as Victoria is drafting the bylaws for it. I also added the 10 recommendations for Edibles safety, as well as the First Nations rights that should be respected. So I think the document is better now.
I've been emailing the MPs again with the latest version of the PDF and link to the draft text.
I have uploaded the draft text to Scribd website, Bill C-985/C-986/C-987/C-988 End Cannabis Prohibition Acts (open public draft) by Sam Vekemans
and also the document is available on GoogleDrive as a PDF, uploaded to the Facebook Group, and on Slideshare (a few times), and on Issuu.com so hopefully, more people will see it, as the keyword search is available.
and also the document is available on GoogleDrive as a PDF, uploaded to the Facebook Group, and on Slideshare (a few times), and on Issuu.com so hopefully, more people will see it, as the keyword search is available.
I have put in hyperlinks to sources in the document, so people can find the references if they are interested.
There are now 86 MPs who have not made a cannabis policy statement yet, i have been emailing, and tweeting them, i have also been putting their statement (or lack of) as a comment on the GoogleMaps listings. Although a bunch of MPs don't have a listing.
I created a YouTube playlist of the videos from the Medical Marijuana Related Business Bylaws creation process.
That's all for now.
Thanks for reading!
Sam Vekemans
Victoria (Songhees), BC
P.S I now use the addition of 'Songhees' is my location, since this is the original name of the area before it was illegally taken over by the 'settlers' from Europe.
Sherry Romanado, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24041 Longueuil—Charles-LeMoyne (QC)
Sherry Romanado, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24041 Longueuil—Charles-LeMoyne (QC)
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Good afternoon,
We believe that legalization, not simply decriminalization, is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts. The Conservatives are committed to continuing a failing war on drugs, which has led to almost half a million Canadians being arrested on marijuana-related charges at an estimated cost to the Canadian public of $500 million since 2006. Other countries have already come to the conclusion that waging this kind of war on drugs has been an abject failure.
The system is clearly broken. The Liberal solution is clear: if we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our children, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you,
Sherry
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
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Good afternoon,
We believe that legalization, not simply decriminalization, is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts. The Conservatives are committed to continuing a failing war on drugs, which has led to almost half a million Canadians being arrested on marijuana-related charges at an estimated cost to the Canadian public of $500 million since 2006. Other countries have already come to the conclusion that waging this kind of war on drugs has been an abject failure.
The system is clearly broken. The Liberal solution is clear: if we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our children, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you,
Sherry
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Thursday, May 19, 2016
David Lametti, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24037 LaSalle—Émard— Verdun (Quebec)
David Lametti, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24037 LaSalle—Émard— Verdun (Quebec)
“I am personally in favour of the legalization of marijuana.
David Lametti
Liberal candidate, LaSalle-Émard-Verdun.
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
“I am personally in favour of the legalization of marijuana.
David Lametti
Liberal candidate, LaSalle-Émard-Verdun.
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Kent Hehr, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of National Defence & Liberal Member of Parliament for 48004 Calgary Centre (Alberta)
Kent Hehr, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of National Defence & Liberal Member of Parliament for 48004 Calgary Centre (Alberta)
On Tue, May 17, 2016 at 12:50 PM, <Kent.Hehr@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
"Kent Hehr, Calgary Centre MP and veterans affairs minister in Trudeau’s cabinet, said the Liberal government intends to move “relatively quickly” on the file.
He said the majority of people he’s heard from are in favour of the move, but the Calgary lawyer acknowledges some concerns have been raised by Albertans about the pledge.
“They’re mostly worried about kids and access to marijuana. Well, legalizing it ensures that it’s more difficult to get,” Hehr said.
“Legalizing it makes it a regulated product, make it controlled, gets criminals out of the business … and as an added bonus, the government can raise a little revenue,” he added.
“We’re going to be working on this aggressively.”
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Alberta's premier cautious on legalizing marijuana
JAMES WOOD, CALGARY HERALD
James Wood, Calgary Herald
Published on: December 20, 2015 | Last Updated: December 20, 2015 6:12 PM MST
http://calgaryherald.com/news/politics/albertas-premier-cautious-on-legalizing-marijuana
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Hello NORML,
I am the candidate for Calgary Centre for the Liberals and somehow wires were crossed when you sent an email our way about our position on marijuana legalization.
I want to inform you that I am 100% in favour of this long overdue change. Here is a quote you can use on the website:
“Marijuana legalization is just good public policy. Our current approach just isn’t protecting our kids, we need to protect the vulnerable, and we need to respect people’s freedoms.”
Kindest regards,
Kent
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election 2015
http://norml.ca/election/
On Tue, May 17, 2016 at 12:50 PM, <Kent.Hehr@parl.gc.ca> wrote:
Sam,
Thank you for taking the time to write to me with your support for the legalization of marijuana. I appreciate your interest and am heartened to see your participation in this historic conversation. I quite enjoyed reading your proposed bill – especially the element where it would be called “C-420” – and the different aspects of editing the laws currently on the books.
My first priority – and that of the Liberal Government – is to protect Canadians’ public health and public safety. We recognize that the current system is broken, and we have committed to working with health and safety experts from across the country to implement a new, more effective plan.
As the Minister of Health, Jane Philpott, has said “we will introduce legislation in the sSpring of 2017 that ensures we keep marijuana out of the hands of children and profits out of the hands of criminals.” In the coming weeks, the Government will launch a task force that will provide expert advice on how the legalization process should take place; it will include perspectives from many different sectors, including health, justice, law enforcement, and public safety.
Thank you again for writing to me on this important matter. I encourage you to continue the conversation and reach out again on any issue of concern.
Sincerely,
Kent Hehr, MP
Calgary Centre
From: Sam Vekemans <samvekemans@gmail.com>
Sent: January 17, 2016 5:23 AM
To: Hehr, Kent - M.P.
Subject: The Honourable Kent Hehr PC Re: Removing Cannabis From the Drug Schedule
"Kent Hehr, Calgary Centre MP and veterans affairs minister in Trudeau’s cabinet, said the Liberal government intends to move “relatively quickly” on the file.
He said the majority of people he’s heard from are in favour of the move, but the Calgary lawyer acknowledges some concerns have been raised by Albertans about the pledge.
“They’re mostly worried about kids and access to marijuana. Well, legalizing it ensures that it’s more difficult to get,” Hehr said.
“Legalizing it makes it a regulated product, make it controlled, gets criminals out of the business … and as an added bonus, the government can raise a little revenue,” he added.
“We’re going to be working on this aggressively.”
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Alberta's premier cautious on legalizing marijuana
JAMES WOOD, CALGARY HERALD
James Wood, Calgary Herald
Published on: December 20, 2015 | Last Updated: December 20, 2015 6:12 PM MST
http://calgaryherald.com/news/politics/albertas-premier-cautious-on-legalizing-marijuana
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Hello NORML,
I am the candidate for Calgary Centre for the Liberals and somehow wires were crossed when you sent an email our way about our position on marijuana legalization.
I want to inform you that I am 100% in favour of this long overdue change. Here is a quote you can use on the website:
“Marijuana legalization is just good public policy. Our current approach just isn’t protecting our kids, we need to protect the vulnerable, and we need to respect people’s freedoms.”
Kindest regards,
Kent
"
election 2015
http://norml.ca/election/
Jean-Claude Poissant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food & Liberal Member of Parliament for / Député Libéral Pour 24034 La Prairie (QC)
Jean-Claude Poissant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food & Liberal Member of Parliament for / Député Libéral Pour 24034 La Prairie (QC)
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Dear NORML Canada,
Thank you for emailing Jean-Claude in regards to his position in terms of whether he supports or not the legalization of cannabis.
Contrary to the conservatives, the liberals believe that legalization—not simply decriminalization—is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts. The Conservatives’ approach to marijuana is failing our children. A recent World Health Organization report revealed that Canada has the highest teen usage of marijuana amongst the countries surveyed. The system is clearly broken.
The Liberal solution is clear: If we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our kids, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Both the Conservatives and the NDP promote decriminalization only, but that is not the answer. Decriminalization keeps production and distribution in the hands of gangs, doing nothing to keep it out of the hands of children or protect Canadians’ public safety concerns, and still allows gangs to continue collecting the proceeds.
Hence, on behalf of the Liberal Party of Canada, thank you for influencing our policy position on the legalization of marijuana.
Best regards,
Yentl Beliard-Joseph
Jean-Claude Poissant’s Communications Coordinator
Official Federal Liberal Candidate in La Prairie
4764 Route 132, Sainte-Catherine
Québec, J5C 1V9
514-717-7177
https://jeanclaudepoissant.liberal.ca
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
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Dear NORML Canada,
Thank you for emailing Jean-Claude in regards to his position in terms of whether he supports or not the legalization of cannabis.
Contrary to the conservatives, the liberals believe that legalization—not simply decriminalization—is the best way to keep marijuana out of the hands of children, prevent the proceeds from funding criminal activities, and reduce the negative health impacts. The Conservatives’ approach to marijuana is failing our children. A recent World Health Organization report revealed that Canada has the highest teen usage of marijuana amongst the countries surveyed. The system is clearly broken.
The Liberal solution is clear: If we pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana, we can better protect our kids, while preventing millions of dollars from going into the pockets of criminal organizations and street gangs.
Both the Conservatives and the NDP promote decriminalization only, but that is not the answer. Decriminalization keeps production and distribution in the hands of gangs, doing nothing to keep it out of the hands of children or protect Canadians’ public safety concerns, and still allows gangs to continue collecting the proceeds.
Hence, on behalf of the Liberal Party of Canada, thank you for influencing our policy position on the legalization of marijuana.
Best regards,
Yentl Beliard-Joseph
Jean-Claude Poissant’s Communications Coordinator
Official Federal Liberal Candidate in La Prairie
4764 Route 132, Sainte-Catherine
Québec, J5C 1V9
514-717-7177
https://jeanclaudepoissant.liberal.ca
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24030 Hull—Aylmer (Quebec)
Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development & Liberal Member of Parliament for 24030 Hull—Aylmer (Quebec)
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Supports Liberal Party agenda to legalize marijuana
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
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Supports Liberal Party agenda to legalize marijuana
2015 election
http://norml.ca/election/
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Brenda Shanahan, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24021 Châteauguay—Lacolle (QC)
Brenda Shanahan, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24021 Châteauguay—Lacolle (QC)
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Supports the Liberal party agenda to legalize marijuana; “I wholeheartedly agree with our position that recognizes the need to pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana so that we can tackle the real problems of criminal drug activity and the negative health and social impacts of substance abuse in Canada.”
2015 election - Email to Norml Canada
http://norml.ca/election/
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Supports the Liberal party agenda to legalize marijuana; “I wholeheartedly agree with our position that recognizes the need to pass smart laws that tax and strictly regulate marijuana so that we can tackle the real problems of criminal drug activity and the negative health and social impacts of substance abuse in Canada.”
2015 election - Email to Norml Canada
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Friday, May 13, 2016
The Honourable Denis Paradis PC, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24016 Brome—Missisquoi (QC)
The Honourable Denis Paradis PC, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24016 Brome—Missisquoi (QC)
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Let us take a look at the drug problems faced by our regions. More specifically in my riding, about one year ago, a mayor told me he was going to take his combine and run it through the fields of his 50 or so local clients. He asked me to guess in how many of these 50 fields traces of marijuana could be found; there were 45. That is insane. At a time when we are confronted with this renewed increase in marijuana production, a decision is made to move the RCMP out of our regions. I do not understand the rationale behind that, I do not understand it at all.
I also mentioned the 10 border crossings in my riding. A few years ago, a U.S. congressional committee, namely the Judiciary Committee’ssubcommittee on drugs, toured border crossings, and I met with its members. At the end of our discussion, the congressmen asked me this little question that said it all, “What about your Quebec gold?”
Clearly, the Americans are very aware of the fact that there are individuals in our regions who grow marijuana with total impunity. That does not make any sense.
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RCMP and Law Enforcement in Canada
Government Orders
April 12th, 2005 / 11:05 p.m.
Liberal
Ramez Ayoub, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24013 Thérèse-De Blainville (Quebec)
Ramez Ayoub, Liberal Member of Parliament for 24013 Thérèse-De Blainville (Quebec)
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Regarding marijuana, you are saying that there are different levels and that it changes with time, and I understand that well. How will we be able to decide what kind of marijuana we are talking about? Although that drug is currently illegal, we know the government wants to legalize it at some point, but for people of a certain age and not for youth, so as to make the use safe.
How will we be able to find out what that drug's effects are on young people, what its potency is, where it grows, and so on?
"
February 17th, 2016 / 4:35 p.m.
Liberal
Ramez Ayoub Thérèse-De Blainville, QC
https://openparliament.ca/committees/health/42-1/2/ramez-ayoub-2/
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Regarding marijuana, you are saying that there are different levels and that it changes with time, and I understand that well. How will we be able to decide what kind of marijuana we are talking about? Although that drug is currently illegal, we know the government wants to legalize it at some point, but for people of a certain age and not for youth, so as to make the use safe.
How will we be able to find out what that drug's effects are on young people, what its potency is, where it grows, and so on?
"
February 17th, 2016 / 4:35 p.m.
Liberal
Ramez Ayoub Thérèse-De Blainville, QC
https://openparliament.ca/committees/health/42-1/2/ramez-ayoub-2/
Thursday, May 5, 2016
Matt DeCourcey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 13003 Fredericton (NB)
Matt DeCourcey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 13003 Fredericton (NB)
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Trudeau has been criticized for his promise to legalize marijuana if elected.
DeCourcey said the current tactics used to keep marijuana out of the hands of teens are not working.
“We can control marijuana through legalization to keep it out of the hands of young Canadians,” said DeCourcey. “To keep money out of the hands of criminal organizations.
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Last updated September 22, 2015 8:57 am Jordan Gill
Liberal candidate hopes to turn Fredericton red again
DeCourcey hopes to become first Liberal to win Fredericton riding since 2006.
http://theaquinian.net/liberal-candidate-hopes-turn-fredericton-red/
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Trudeau has been criticized for his promise to legalize marijuana if elected.
DeCourcey said the current tactics used to keep marijuana out of the hands of teens are not working.
“We can control marijuana through legalization to keep it out of the hands of young Canadians,” said DeCourcey. “To keep money out of the hands of criminal organizations.
"
Last updated September 22, 2015 8:57 am Jordan Gill
Liberal candidate hopes to turn Fredericton red again
DeCourcey hopes to become first Liberal to win Fredericton riding since 2006.
http://theaquinian.net/liberal-candidate-hopes-turn-fredericton-red/
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Darren Fisher, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12004 Dartmouth-Cole Harbour (NS)
Darren Fisher, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12004 Dartmouth-Cole Harbour (NS)
"A Liberal government will legalize marijuana. The NDP wanted to decriminalize it, now they’re not sure what they want to do. To ensure that we keep marijuana out of the hands of children, and the profits out of the hands of criminals, we will legalize, regulate, and restrict access to marijuana. Will the NDP continue allowing criminals to fund their activities with revenue from marijuana?"
https://www.facebook.com/DarrenFisherNS/posts/908243399229186
Darren Fisher-MP Dartmouth-Cole Harbour
October 14, 2015
"A Liberal government will legalize marijuana. The NDP wanted to decriminalize it, now they’re not sure what they want to do. To ensure that we keep marijuana out of the hands of children, and the profits out of the hands of criminals, we will legalize, regulate, and restrict access to marijuana. Will the NDP continue allowing criminals to fund their activities with revenue from marijuana?"
https://www.facebook.com/DarrenFisherNS/posts/908243399229186
Darren Fisher-MP Dartmouth-Cole Harbour
October 14, 2015
Bill Casey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12003 Cumberland-Colchester (NS)
Bill Casey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12003 Cumberland-Colchester (NS)
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As for Trudeau’s liberal views on legalizing marijuana and his edict that all Liberal candidates be pro-choice, they aren’t stumbling blocks for Casey.
“I don’t know a lot about marijuana, and I don’t think I have even seen it.”
However, with the high number of Canadian kids smoking weed, he said what the country is doing about the drug now isn’t working.
“I’d like to know what the options are.”
http://thechronicleherald.ca/novascotia/1251828-bill-casey-wants-to-run-for-the-liberals
Bill Casey wants to run for the Liberals
THE CHRONICLE HERALD AND PAUL MCLEOD OTTAWA BUREAU
Published November 18, 2014 - 2:37pm
Last Updated November 18, 2014 - 9:27p
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As for Trudeau’s liberal views on legalizing marijuana and his edict that all Liberal candidates be pro-choice, they aren’t stumbling blocks for Casey.
“I don’t know a lot about marijuana, and I don’t think I have even seen it.”
However, with the high number of Canadian kids smoking weed, he said what the country is doing about the drug now isn’t working.
“I’d like to know what the options are.”
http://thechronicleherald.ca/novascotia/1251828-bill-casey-wants-to-run-for-the-liberals
Bill Casey wants to run for the Liberals
THE CHRONICLE HERALD AND PAUL MCLEOD OTTAWA BUREAU
Published November 18, 2014 - 2:37pm
Last Updated November 18, 2014 - 9:27p
Monday, May 2, 2016
Sean Fraser, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12002 Central Nova (NS)
Sean Fraser, Liberal Member of Parliament for 12002 Central Nova (NS)
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The same student asked about the legalization of marijuana and many related questions. Fraser noted that he is completely in agreement of the proposed government policy to legalize marijuana, which is currently in the stage of public input. “If you are looking at it from a social, policing or economic perspective, legalization makes sense. It puts revenue in the government’s coffers and cuts down on the cost of policing.” Although government is not looking at legalizing marijuana for the sake of legalizing it, Fraser said the legalization would be in sound government policy to help keep it out of the hands of minors.
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MP shares law experience with students Posted on January 20, 2016 Debbi Harvie
http://www.pictouadvocate.com/2016/01/20/mp-shares-law-experience-with-students/
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The same student asked about the legalization of marijuana and many related questions. Fraser noted that he is completely in agreement of the proposed government policy to legalize marijuana, which is currently in the stage of public input. “If you are looking at it from a social, policing or economic perspective, legalization makes sense. It puts revenue in the government’s coffers and cuts down on the cost of policing.” Although government is not looking at legalizing marijuana for the sake of legalizing it, Fraser said the legalization would be in sound government policy to help keep it out of the hands of minors.
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MP shares law experience with students Posted on January 20, 2016 Debbi Harvie
http://www.pictouadvocate.com/2016/01/20/mp-shares-law-experience-with-students/
Sunday, May 1, 2016
Robert (Bobby) J. Morrissey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 11003 Egmont (PEI)
Robert (Bobby) J. Morrissey, Liberal Member of Parliament for 11003 Egmont (PEI)
"Morrissey pointed out that police on P.E.I. were already reluctant to enforce cases of possession of small amounts of marijuana."
Federal election 2015: Egmont candidates' roundtable
Egmont candidates debate on CBC's Island Morning
CBC News October 6, 2015
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/canada/prince-edward-island/federal-election-2015-egmont-candidates-roundtable-1.3257868
"Morrissey pointed out that police on P.E.I. were already reluctant to enforce cases of possession of small amounts of marijuana."
Federal election 2015: Egmont candidates' roundtable
Egmont candidates debate on CBC's Island Morning
CBC News October 6, 2015
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/canada/prince-edward-island/federal-election-2015-egmont-candidates-roundtable-1.3257868
Nick Whalen, Liberal Member of Parliament for 10006 St. John's East (NFLD)
Nick Whalen, Liberal Member of Parliament for 10006 St. John's East (NFLD)
“Police services have been wasting a lot of money on something which has essentially become a norm in society,” Whalen said. “It’s not really considered to be that serious of a crime.”
OCTOBER 26, 2015
http://ntv.ca/issues-answers-nick-whalen/
"Issues & Answers: Nick Whalen" (video)
https://cannabisincanada.ca/liberal-mp-offers-opinion-on-cannabis-legalization/
LIBERAL MP OFFERS OPINION ON CANNABIS LEGALIZATION
CANNABIS IN CANADA
OCTOBER 26, 2015
During an appearance on NTV’s Issues & Answers, Liberal MP-elect for St. John’s East Nick Whalen offered insight into his party’s promise to legalize cannabis, a plan that Whalen said is, “an important thing to do.”
“Justin Trudeau has said that’s it’s not going too happen immediately, it’s going to take time.” Whalen said. “I can’t see this happening in a short time period, but i see it hopefully as something that can happen within a first term.”
Whalen said cannabis legalization will take time to ensure the government can look at issues surrounding regulation, such as how sales will be taxed.
“Each province is responsible for the civil law and the sale of goods and services in their district, so they’re going to have to be involved there,” said Whalen. “Will it be federal and provincial taxes? Will it just be provincial taxes? There’s so many nuances.”
According to Whalen, under cannabis legalization law enforcement will need to look at new issues, such as the illegal importation and sale of cannabis, similar to tobacco and alcohol, but will ultimately be better utilized compared to the current situation.
“Police services have been wasting a lot of money on something which has essentially become a norm in society,” Whalen said. “It’s not really considered to be that serious of a crime.”
One of Whalen’s main points on the slow implementation of cannabis legalization was cutting out organized crime from transitioning into legitimate players within the new framework.
“If we were going to decriminalize it immediately those distribution networks would continue to exist and would probably be the largest beneficiaries of an immediate change,” Whalen said. “We want to make sure that it’s not a situation where the bootleggers, the rumrunners of the drug trade, get all the benefits from legalization – it needs to be the state.”
http://cannabisincanada.ca/liberal-mp-offers-opinion-on-cannabis-legalization/
“Police services have been wasting a lot of money on something which has essentially become a norm in society,” Whalen said. “It’s not really considered to be that serious of a crime.”
OCTOBER 26, 2015
http://ntv.ca/issues-answers-nick-whalen/
"Issues & Answers: Nick Whalen" (video)
https://cannabisincanada.ca/liberal-mp-offers-opinion-on-cannabis-legalization/
LIBERAL MP OFFERS OPINION ON CANNABIS LEGALIZATION
CANNABIS IN CANADA
OCTOBER 26, 2015
During an appearance on NTV’s Issues & Answers, Liberal MP-elect for St. John’s East Nick Whalen offered insight into his party’s promise to legalize cannabis, a plan that Whalen said is, “an important thing to do.”
“Justin Trudeau has said that’s it’s not going too happen immediately, it’s going to take time.” Whalen said. “I can’t see this happening in a short time period, but i see it hopefully as something that can happen within a first term.”
Whalen said cannabis legalization will take time to ensure the government can look at issues surrounding regulation, such as how sales will be taxed.
“Each province is responsible for the civil law and the sale of goods and services in their district, so they’re going to have to be involved there,” said Whalen. “Will it be federal and provincial taxes? Will it just be provincial taxes? There’s so many nuances.”
According to Whalen, under cannabis legalization law enforcement will need to look at new issues, such as the illegal importation and sale of cannabis, similar to tobacco and alcohol, but will ultimately be better utilized compared to the current situation.
“Police services have been wasting a lot of money on something which has essentially become a norm in society,” Whalen said. “It’s not really considered to be that serious of a crime.”
One of Whalen’s main points on the slow implementation of cannabis legalization was cutting out organized crime from transitioning into legitimate players within the new framework.
“If we were going to decriminalize it immediately those distribution networks would continue to exist and would probably be the largest beneficiaries of an immediate change,” Whalen said. “We want to make sure that it’s not a situation where the bootleggers, the rumrunners of the drug trade, get all the benefits from legalization – it needs to be the state.”
http://cannabisincanada.ca/liberal-mp-offers-opinion-on-cannabis-legalization/
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