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Video shows pickup truck smashing into Toronto magic mushroom shopThose fighting to legalize psychedelics say the recent rash of violence is reminiscent of marijuana dispensaries pre-legalization. Catherine McDonald reports.CanadaAug 21, 2025
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Legalizing cannabis puts the State of Illinois in a leadership position says Illinois Governor J B PritzkerIllinois Governor J B Pritzker kept a campaign promise today and signed a bill legalizing adult use, possession and sale of small amounts of marijuana.CannabisJun 25, 2019
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Marijuana: The good, the bad and the just plain confusedThe recent legalization of marijuana has raised more questions than answers in the minds of many Quebecers. Dr. Mitch Shulman joins Global’s Laura Casella to weed out the truth in all the conflicting information about the health risks of cannabis.Global News Morning MontrealOct 22, 2018
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Calgarians mark first 4/20 celebration since legalization of recreational marijuanaThe Calgary Cannabis Club joins Global News Calgary to discuss the changes seen since recreational marijuana was legalized and the causes the organization is still fighting for.Global News Morning CalgaryApr 20, 2019
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Expect marijuana legalization this summer: TrudeauPM Justin Trudeau says they have a “summer” timeline on marijuana legalization.MoneyMar 14, 2018
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Stick with your dealer? Or buy pot legally? How legalization will affect the black marketMarijuana legalization is around the corner. Here’s how it will affect the black market.CanadaMar 28, 2018
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Alberta lays out more rules for when recreational marijuana becomes legalThe legalization of recreational pot is fast approaching and on Monday, Alberta unveiled more proposed rules for how cannabis can be sold and consumed. Albert Delitala reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonApr 9, 2018
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LRT construction workers caught getting high on the jobConstruction on the Crosstown LRT has come to a halt after at least one worker was caught smoking marijuana on his breaks. Mark Carcasole gets insight on the future legalization of pot and how it could affect workers.Global News at Noon TorontoApr 13, 2018
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Edmonton conferences aims to teach you everything about marijuana legalizationLeaders from some of Canada’s largest cannabis companies are in Edmonton this weekend, as Alberta’s business community hopes to see many of them set up shop right here. Tom Vernon reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonApr 13, 2018
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Will technology be in place to test drivers for drug impairment?New legislation has been introduced on Thursday as the province prepares to deal with the new world of legalized recreational marijuana in Canada. Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnsworth answers questions at a press conference Thursday.Apr 26, 2018
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Aurora Cannabis CCO weighs in on Edmonton facility, job opportunitiesAurora Cannabis CCO Cam Battley joins Vinesh Pratap in studio to talk about the Edmonton facility and the upcoming legalization of marijuana.Apr 12, 2018
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Countdown to 4:20 at Vancouver’s 2018 pot festivalThousands of people gathered at Vancouver’s Sunset Beach to light up at the 24th annual celebration of cannabis culture. This is expected to be the last 4/20 event before marijuana is legalized in Canada.Apr 20, 2018
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4/20 events highlight urgent need for police trainingCanadian Police officers may not be ready for the legalization of marijuana. Documents tabled in Parliament and obtained by Global News shows only half the number of officers who need to be trained, have been certified as Drug Recognition Experts. Mike Le Couteur reports.Global NationalApr 20, 2018
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Policing legalized marijuana in Saskatoon expected to cost $500KA recent report from the Saskatoon Police Service estimates the cost of policing marijuana at over $500,000 in the first full year of legalization. Wendy Winiewski explains.Global News at 10 SaskatoonApr 20, 2018
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4/20 takes on a different look in WinnipegApril 20 is also a day that carries extra weight for marijuana advocates in the city, many of whom are celebrating the last 4/20 before recreational pot becomes legal in Canada.Global News at 6 WinnipegApr 20, 2018
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Dogs experience close calls with cannabisMarijuana legalization is posting concerns for vets in Alberta. They say dogs can be attracted to the drug and the consequences can be deadly. Sarah Kraus recently spoke with a couple of dog owners who had close calls with cannabis.Global News at Noon EdmontonApr 30, 2018
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Trudeau fires back at senate recommendation to delay pot legalizationSenate recommendations calling for a delay to marijuana legalization by a year drew heated criticism from Prime Minister Trudeau, on Thursday, who said a postponing legalization would continue to put public safety at risk.CanadaMay 3, 2018
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Prospective Canadian cannabis investor gets lifetime U.S. entry banLittle more than a month after pot became legal in Canada, border guards are cracking down on people looking to invest in the U.S. marijuana industry. And you might be surprised at how limited your involvement needs to be to garner a lifetime entry ban. Aaron McArthur reports.Global News at 11 BCNov 21, 2018
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B.C. predicting legal cannabis prices will dropData released by Statistics Canada on Wednesday shows that while the price of pot was down this summer, Canadians are still paying nearly twice as much for legal cannabis than for the illegal product. According to Statistics Canada, it’s the first time their crowdsourced data on pricing has shown a drop in the price of...Oct 9, 2019
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Bob Layton editorial: Jan 19How will different levels of government handle the legalization of recreational marijuana? Bob Layton delves into the hot-button issue.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJan 19, 2018