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A LOOK INTO THE LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA IN ALBERTA, CANADA

February 12, 2023June 14, 2024 Colleen Gordon 0 Comments Posted at 10:20 am

Alberta is quickly becoming a hotspot for cannabis culture. With world-class dispensaries and a wealth of knowledge about weed, the province is leading the charge regarding weed legalization.

The History of Marijuana in Canada

Canada has a long and complicated history with marijuana. It was illegal for decades but changed with Bill C-45 in April 2018. This bill legalized recreational weed across Canada, and each province was responsible for setting up its regulations.

Alberta was one of the first provinces to do so, and it is now considered the most marijuana-friendly province in Canada. There are currently over 150 retail cannabis stores open in Alberta, and more are sure to open in the coming months and years.

Why Alberta Is Becoming the Cannabis Capital of Canada

You might be wondering why Alberta is becoming the cannabis capital of Canada. Well, wonder no more! We’re about to tell you all about it.

Alberta is becoming the cannabis capital of Canada for a few reasons. Firstly, the province has some of the most relaxed cannabis laws in the country. You can possess up to 30 grams of weed without getting into trouble with the law and grow up to four plants per household.

Secondly, Alberta has a ton of fertile land perfect for growing cannabis. The province is also home to some of the lowest electricity rates in Canada, making it an ideal place to set up a cannabis-growing operation.

Finally, Alberta is home to the world’s largest oil and gas companies. These companies have a lot of money and expertise in setting up and running large-scale businesses and are eager to enter the cannabis industry.

So if you’re looking for a place to invest in the cannabis industry, Alberta is a market worth watching!

The Economic Impact on Alberta’s Economy

Let’s take a moment to examine the economic impact weed legalization has had on Alberta, Canada. According to recent reports, the cannabis market in Alberta is already worth $90 million and is expected to reach a staggering $2 billion by 2021. This means that not only are there jobs created in the market industry, such as store owners and workers, but there are also new opportunities for entrepreneurs to get in on the ground floor.

Weed legalization has proven to be an economic boon for Alberta and continues to provide many benefits and new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs.

Conclusion

As weed becomes increasingly accessible and normalized, we’ll likely see a shift in social attitudes and public policy. It’s still early days, but it’s clear that the legalization of marijuana is ushering in a new era for Canada.…

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What Are The Major Uses For Medical Marijuana?

January 8, 2022November 10, 2022 Colleen Gordon 0 Comments Posted at 12:08 pm

The use of Marijuana is one that has generated debate for decades but in this article I will focus on uses for medical Marijuana and a bit of its history.

What are the major uses for medical Marijuana?

Medical Marijuana, also known as medical cannabis, is a term for the Cannabis sativa plant derivatives. These derivatives are used to treat symptoms caused by certain medical conditions. Some of the active compounds in Cannabis sativa are; delta- 9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). For smokers of Marijuana, it is the (THC) that is responsible for making them ‘high.’ Below are some of the uses for medical Marijuana.

The origin of Medical Marijuana can be traced back to the ancient world more than 5000 years ago. The one direct evidence of Marijuana use was around 400AD. Ashes that contained THC was traced

What are the Benefits?

1) Natural Painkiller

This is one of the most common medical uses of Medical Marijuana worldwide according to Shiva Buzz of BC. This drug is very effective for chronic pain especially experienced with old age. It might not be strong enough to get rid of severe pain. Still, research has it that it has helped many people with arthritis, migraine, endometriosis, and fibromyalgia.

2) Cancer control

The Cbd in Marijuana can slow the growth of cancerous cells in the body. Doing this inhibits the spread of cancer in the body, hence prolonging the patient’s life span. It is also believed that it can treat some cancerous cells though that is not yet proven.

Depression control

Depression is a mental health disorder that is characterized by a loss of interest in activities and moodiness. Depression is so bad and can sometimes be fatal, but what is worse is that one can suffer from it even without knowing.

Another proven medical use of medical cannabis is during the loss of appetite and weight control. After the use of Marijuana, one feels hungry and craves food.

3) Treatment of epilepsy

A few years ago, the Food and Drug Administration approved the usage of a medication containing CBD to treat epilepsy. In 2017, a study found out that there were far fewer cases of seizures among those who used CBD drugs compared to those who were on treatment with placebos.

4) Alcoholism and drug addiction

A study has it that smoking Marijuana, or using related products, may help people with alcohol dependency reverse their condition.

5) Weight loss

Despite the use of Marijuana causing one to have ‘munchies’ and eat a lot, research proves that its users are less likely to become obese.

Side effects

With research still being done, I am pretty sure that more uses of medical Marijuana are yet to be discovered, and that being said, can it also be harmful. Of course, if abused or used in excess, it will negatively affect the user. Many people have complained of hallucinations and being absent-minded after using Marijuana because of the THC component. It is this component that is responsible for the ‘high’ effect.

If you ask me whether it is healthy to take Marijuana I would ask you to visit a doctor for advice since it could also be harmful to your health

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