Please read this context information in full before answering the questions below. This survey has 2 questions and closes November 15, 2018.
The Province of Ontario is in the process of setting the rules for cannabis retailing.
The Province is proposing legislation that would permit municipalities to 'opt-out' of allowing cannabis retailing (physical stores) within their boundaries.
A decision on this matter must be made by local municipal Councils by January 22nd, 2019. If no decision is made by this date, cannabis retailing will be permitted in the municipality.
If a municipality does not opt-out, it will not have an opportunity to opt-out at a later date. If a municipality does opt-out, it will have the opportunity to opt back in at a later date.
If a municipality does permit cannabis retailing stores, it will not be able to further regulate the stores (i.e. license holder, look of store, location, hours of operation, security etc.). All regulation and licensing will be federal or provincial. The province is proposing that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) would be the licensing and regulating body within the province.
You can find more information from the province and the AGCO here: · Province of Ontario · AGCO
The Town wishes to better understand residents' positions on the matter of permitting or prohibiting cannabis retailing stores within the Town. Two key questions are outlined below.
PLEASE NOTE: This survey is not about permitting or prohibiting the possession or consumption of cannabis within the Town. As of October 17th, 2018 cannabis is a legal regulated product under federal law.