I am disappointed there has been a series of robberies targeting cannabis retail locations across the country. This did not have to happen. After speaking to several law enforcement individuals throughout Canada, there is consensus that it is time to change the policy which mandates window coverings. Enough is enough. Health Canada and provincial authorities’...Read More
As part of a Red Tape reduction package, the Government of Ontario released draft amendments to the Cannabis License Act to permanently allow cannabis retail stores to offer delivery and curbside pick-up services. Our team reviewed the proposed amendments and one particular change offered some further consideration and opportunity for conversation. Currently, Section 32 contains...Read More
Dear Editor, The legal cannabis industry in B.C. is fighting an uphill battle. It should be against the actors in the illicit sector, selling illegal cannabis products that are unregulated and unsafe. Instead, the battle this week has been against the B.C. media and their irresponsible, unresearched journalism that continues to increase the stigma around...Read More
Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Today, I wanted to share a small piece of action that Diplomat Consulting does to create an inclusive work environment. We are all encouraged to share our pronouns in our email signatures. As a cis-gender woman, I recognize the privilege I hold in being able to...Read More
Taxes on specific products, sometimes called excise tax, are put in place by governments and regulators for several reasons: to raise revenue, change behaviour, or to cover the costs incurred from enforcement, infrastructure, or other areas. These taxes, also known as sin taxes, have been added to tobacco and alcohol products for decades. In the...Read More
On Feb 23rd, Quebec Premier François Legault announced a mini cabinet shuffle. Lucie Lecours becomes the Junior Minister of the Economy Elected in 2018, Lecours is a graduate of McGill University. For more than twelve years, she held the journalist chair for TC Médias, then successively was editor-in-chief, news director, sales director, editor, and general...Read More
As Canada’s legal cannabis markets developed at such a fast pace since 2018, it’s shocking how regulation policies, especially on excise stamps, have failed the regulated sector. For such a small detail, it is no wonder that most consumers wouldn’t think twice about the stamp that seals their package as they walk out of a...Read More
