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Guide to Legally Smoking or Cultivating Cannabis in Your Apartment
Can I Smoke or Grow Weed in My Apartment in Ontario?
Guide to Legally Smoking or Cultivating Cannabis in Your Apartment General Permissibility of Cannabis Consumption Whether you can smoke cannabis in your Ontario-based apartment is a common question now that cannabis is legal. Generally speaking, yes, you can smoke or vape cannabis in your own residential unit, and often on balconies or terraces too, whether...
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Guide to Cannabis Marketing Restrictions in Canada
What Can and Can't Be Done To Legally Promote Cannabis Companies in Canada The Federal Framework For Cannabis Promotion The legalization of cannabis in Canada, enacted through the federal Cannabis Act on October 17, 2018, brought with it a comprehensive set of rules governing how cannabis and related products can be marketed. This legislation aims...
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Challenging a Notice of Proposal From the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario What Constitutes a Notice of Proposal? A Notice of Proposal (NOP) from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a formal communication indicating that the Registrar intends to take a specific action regarding your licence. This action could be a...
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How To Cultivate Cannabis in Canada – Legally
So, you’re thinking about growing cannabis in Canada, huh? It’s a big deal, and there are lots of rules to follow. Getting a cannabis production licence Canada isn’t just a simple form you fill out. It’s a whole process with Health Canada, and you gotta get it right. This guide will walk you through the...
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What To Know When Starting a Dispensary in Ontario
Tips for Opening a Dispensary in Canada's Largest Province Market Size and Growth Trends Ontario is the cannabis market in Canada. It’s huge. Think about this: sales hit $160 million in May 2025 alone. That’s almost three times bigger than British Columbia, which came in second at $59.9 million. It took a while to get...
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How To Get EU-GMP Certification for Canadian Cannabis
European Good Manufacturng Practices Enables Cannabis Export from Canada For Canadian cannabis producers looking to tap into the European market, understanding EU-GMP certification is a significant step. It’s not just another piece of paper; it’s a mark of quality that opens doors to regulated markets. Think of it as the gold standard for medicinal products...
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GACP Certification for Canadian Cannabis Growers
Good Agricultural and Collection Practices for Cannabis Defining Good Agricultural and Collection Practices Good Agricultural and Collection Practices, or GACP, is a set of guidelines focused on the cultivation and harvesting of medicinal plants. For Canadian cannabis growers aiming for certification, GACP establishes the baseline for producing high-quality starting materials. It covers everything from seed...
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How Much Can I Sell My Dispensary For?
Understanding Dispensary Valuation Key Factors Influencing Sale Price So, you’re thinking about selling your dispensary? The first thing you need to get your head around is how these businesses are actually valued. It’s not as simple as just looking at the revenue. Several things come into play, and understanding them is key to getting a...
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Guide To Exporting Industrial Hemp From Canada
Navigating Canadian Export Regulations and Licensing Getting industrial hemp out of Canada for sale elsewhere means you really need to know the rules here at home. Health Canada is the main player, mostly through the Cannabis Act and its specific Industrial Hemp Regulations. These rules are in place to make sure products are good quality,...
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How To Export Cannabis From Canada
Canada stands as a significant participant in the evolving global cannabis market. While the commercial export of cannabis from Canada is legally permissible, it is governed by an intricate framework of national and international laws, presenting both opportunities and substantial challenges for businesses. Successfully navigating this landscape requires a comprehensive understanding of Health Canada’s licensing...
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