The Cannabis Act came into force
Canada's federal Cannabis Act came into force, creating a national framework for legal access and regulation.
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On This Day in Cannabis History
Revisit documented Canadian legal milestones and follow links to original government sources.
From Canada's cannabis history
17 October 2018
A defining legislative milestone.The federal Cannabis Act came into force on this date. Explore primary sources to understand what changed.
Read the Cannabis Act ↗Royal Assent
The Cannabis Act received Royal Assent ahead of its coming into force later that year.
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