What you need to know about Cannabis
Cannabis was legalized in Canada on October 17, 2018. Cannabis is also called weed, pot, and marijuana.
| Understanding Federal and Provincial Laws |
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There are federal and provincial laws that deal with:
In Ontario, you must be 19 years and older to buy, have, use, and grow cannabis. This is the same age requirement that applies to alcohol and tobacco use. Click here for more information about provincial laws. Click here for more information about federal laws.
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Cannabis and the County of Brant
| Upcoming Cannabis Decisions for the County of Brant |
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The Council of the County of Brant has up to January 22, 2019 to decide if they will allow cannabis retail stores in the County of Brant or not.
On Monday, December 10, 2018 at 7:00 pm, the Corporate Development Committee will meet (at the Council Chambers located 7 Broadway St. W., Paris) and as part of the agenda, County of Brant staff will present a report on Cannabis.
Your opinion is important to us! The online survey is now closed.
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Cannabis Questions, Comments or Concerns
I have questions, comments or concerns about cannabis. Who should I contact?
| I want to report an impaired person or driver. |
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Please contact the O.P.P. at 1-888-310-1122 Visit the OPP website for more infomration regarding cannabis. |
| I want to report that more than 4 cannabis plants are being grown at a residence. |
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Please contact the O.P.P. at 1-888-310-1122 Visit the OPP website for more infomration regarding cannabis. |
| I want to report someone using cannabis in a prohibited area. |
| Please contact the Brant County Health Unit at 519.753.4937 x 455. All complaints are kept confidential. |
| I want to speak to the Mayor and/or Councillor(s) about cannabis retail stores in the County. |
| Please contact the Clerk, Heather Boyd, at 519.449.2451 x 2200 or heather.boyd@brant.ca |
| All other questions, comments and concerns regarding cannabis |
| Please contact Greg Bergeron, Supervisor of Enforcement & Regulatory Services, at the County of Brant, 519.449.2451 x 2295 or greg.bergeron@brant.ca |
Health and Safety
For more information about Cannabis health effects, safety, parent resources, help lines and support, please visit the Brant County Health Unit or call 519.753.4937 x 455.
Also, visit the OPP website for more information regarding cannabis.
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