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MGEU Position Paper Supports Public Model in Sale of Non-medical Marijuana
Read the position paper: Marijuana Legalization in Manitoba - the MGEU Perspective
Dec 30, 2016
The legalization of non-medical marijuana is coming to Canada and each province is preparing their regulatory framework for how it will be sold.With that in mind, the MGEU has released a new position paper about the sale of non-medical marijuana here in Manitoba.
Marijuana Legalization in Manitoba - The MGEU Perspective urges the Manitoba Government to proceed with a public model administered and operated by Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries, citing that the crown corporation “has the expertise, capacity and a proven track-record selling a controlled product in a socially responsible way.”
Research shows there are potential health risks associated with the free-flowing unrestricted usage of marijuana, especially for young Manitobans. In the paper, the MGEU calls on the government to mitigate these risks by choosing a public model that ensures safe sales, an impaired driving strategy, improved treatment options, public education, good family-supporting jobs and quality service.
Read the full position paper
Marijuana Legalization in Manitoba - The MGEU Perspective (pdf)