It means a more level playing field for licensee retailers, as the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch already has an online sales platform
Starting on July 8, non-medical marijuana can be ordered and delivered in B.C. through common carriers such as Canada Post and other delivery services. A year ago, retailers and their employees were allowed to do the delivery, but this expands the options available to licensees.
“Since federal legalization of non-medical cannabis, we have continued to look for ways to support the cannabis industry in our province while providing safe and accessible options for British Columbians,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “Expanding delivery-service options not only builds equality within the market, it also gives consumers one more reason to buy legal instead of illicit.”Article content
It means a more level playing field for licensees, as the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch already has an online retail sales platform for delivering marijuana to customers. “This is a significant tool for our members. Government heard our request and responded,” said Jaclynn Pehota, executive director of the Retail Cannabis Council of B.C.showing concerning levels of pesticides in illicit pot, which reinforced the decision to make legal, regulated cannabis easier to get.
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