Alberta authorities will simplify bureaucracy for cannabis-related businesses
The province is going out of its way to help entrepreneurs.
Since it became legal five years ago, the cannabis market in Alberta has grown tremendously. To support business growth and protect the interests of residents, the provincial government is making some changes to the law.
For this purpose, the authorities analyzed the market and determined what could be improved and what could be abolished. The result was amendments to the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation.
On January 31, 2024, the following will go into effect:
- Licensed cannabis retailers will be able to operate temporary outlets at adult-only events such as trade shows and festivals.
- Cannabis retailers will be able to store their products in locked display cases when the store is closed, rather than moving everything into a secure storage unit at the end of each business day.
- Restrictions on sales between cannabis retailers will be lifted.
However, all restrictions related to consumption and prohibition of access for youth will remain in place.
The minister responsible for the changes, Dale Nally, justified the need for reform in this way:
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