The Alberta federal government has released a paid survey, to obtain general public input in the legalization of cannabis within our province. We wanted to outline our stance and recommendations regarding some of the questions in the survey, notably the one about who should sell cannabis before you complete the survey:

In your view, who should possess and run retail cannabis outlets in Alberta?

personal shops

Government shops

We vote for personal shops to offer cannabis, once legalized, for the reasons that are following

The personal sector produces brand brand new jobs for Albertans.

More competition available on the market, equates to reduce rates for customers.

The personal sector would suggest more variety and much more options for consumers regarding services and products available, and places to acquire from.

Ease of access inside the sector that is private with additional alternatives for point of purchase.

More expertise within the personal sector, in permitting individuals who focus and so are knowledgeable in cannabis to function as the people offering it. Continue reading →