It's going to feel bad after ordering it online when you then have to walk into an LCBO and pay three times as much for it because Ontario thinks that's okay.
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Canada: marijuana to be legal by July 1, 2018
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It's going to feel bad after ordering it online when you then have to walk into an LCBO and pay three times as much for it because Ontario thinks that's okay.
matthewwhatever
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It really forces Quebec's hand on it. They've been vocal about not wanting to be involved in pot, but I find it hard to imagine they'll be okay with that money bypassing them entirely on its way to the federal government.
Why?
You definitely will be able to. Probably max is 1oz, with the extra two grams as a buffer
I just assume if the max you can carry is 30g, that would be the max you could buy at a given time in person... Because you would have to then carry it home
I forsee a similar situation in puritanical BC
As I mentioned earlier in this thread, I'm worried legalization will push the price up and the choice down in Vancouver
We're unique in Canada in that we already have a huge network of dispensaries open all over the city (more dispensaries than Starbucks if I remember correctly)
PersonAndStuff
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Damn, US was actually pretty close to beating Canada to federal legalization but someone Trumped it up.
You could always grow your own, too - more fun and way cheaper
arts&crafts
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I dont know about that (at least not in Toronto). I pass 5 Starbucks on my 10 minute walk to work. (2 blocks)
Simon Belmont
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In one post you said you wouldn't be able to buy 30g in a store, in this post you say you will. Make up yer mind!
Oppo
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Bronetta
Ask me about the moon landing or the temperature at which jet fuel burns. You may be surprised at what you learn.
Maybe someones bringing the 30g from the dispensary to their house?
Well, I meant you wouldn't be able to buy anymore than 30g. I mean if you accidentally got 31g you might get in shit, so I actually wouldn't even be surprised if the limit was just under 30g purchased at a time.
Sorry, it was more dispensaries in Vancouver than Tim Hortons outlets
http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2015/04/weed-dispensaries-vancouver-tim-hortons/
Sniffynose
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Yay here comes lung cancer after we almost had people quitting smoking. But since weed cures everything from cancer to erectile dysfunction the benefits outweigh the cons.
Can't wait for the roads to be a suicide trap and have to breathe second hand smoke everywhere as well.
Good thing the government is tackling the real problems in the country...
Can't wait for the roads to be a suicide trap and have to breathe second hand smoke everywhere as well.
Good thing the government is tackling the real problems in the country...
BocoDragon
or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Realize This Assgrab is Delicious
You must be fun at parties.
Sniffynose
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Not everyone enjoys "recreational drugs" these things are fine if people do it in their own space, but when they take it driving or start doing it around my kids they can fuck right off.
Edit: I mean I hope people will be responsible with this but who am I joking... drinking and driving is still a thing and we all know how horrible and irresponsible that is.
It's stupid idiots that always ruin it for everyone else on either side of the fence.
j0hnnix
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Can't say I enjoy the smell personally. Walking around Vancouver on a weekend is like smelling all sorts of crazy things all together haha.
BocoDragon
or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Realize This Assgrab is Delicious
It won't be legal to do this while driving. No one will do anything around your kids if you don't bring them to an explicit place of marijuana smoking (ie pot cafe, pot rally)... which already exist and I assume you don't bring your kids to now.
I live in BC. Your "dystopia" is already here. This is merely paperwork to not throw these people in jail. Don't worry.
I don't enjoy the smell of Lush stores or The Body Shoppe. That doesn't mean it should be illegal. Don't go there.
Grinchy
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20 years after it is legal everywhere, people will look back and wonder why it was ever illegal at all. I know so many people who view it as a harsh drug on the same level as heroin because of DARE and other bullshit brainwashing they experienced throughout life. The very fact that it's illegal makes most people think it's worse than it is.
What if your hosting a party/wedding/big function? I've never heard of their being a legal limit for how much alcohol one can have. While i'm sure there is, I can ride around with my trunk full of a booze just fine.
Sniffynose
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That being said I'd rather not smell the shit every single time I open a window or go in my yard because a neighbouring home owner smokes like a chimney, I'd rather not enjoy the "benefits" if you catch my drift.
Same goes for tobacco smoke, it's disgusting. Edibles fuck go nuts just don't drive high but smoke is just fucking ignorant to everyone around you. Nobody needs to be exposed to that shit.
The most current scientific research doesn't show any link with lung cancer, google your suppositions before grandstanding.
Sniffynose
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Smoking anything causes lung damage so take that brain dead stance elsewhere.
We aren't talking filtered vaping where the risks are minimal...
Here's some science for you http://www.lung.org/stop-smoking/smoking-facts/marijuana-and-lung-health.html
TLDR: Burning anything and inhaling it will fuck your lungs up. Eat it instead, or vape for far less damage to yourself or others. Smoking didn't suddenly become cool or safe, no matter the ignition source... we've been trying to get this through some thick skulls for decades now.
Being concerned about second hand smoke is a valid problem, one of many that haven't had any thought during this entire process.
People that are mindful and respectful of their weed habit are going to be the ones that people enjoy being around, not the assholes who cause accidents or think it's funny to force neighbours indoors over their bullshit.
Summer Haze
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So, as a UK resident, if I was to visit Canada for a hiking/camping trip, which I plan to do in the near future, I could buy up to 30g and carry it with me on the way?
Sniffynose
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Yeah sounds like as long as you buy it in Canada it's fine, just no coming to here with it or leaving with it. Of course these bills are just on the table, there's going to be changes before they become law next year obviously.
Summer Haze
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BocoDragon
or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Realize This Assgrab is Delicious
We should ban smoking in public places.
...which we did 15-25 years ago depending on where you live in Canada.
Impeccable
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I am 32, never been drunk, high or smoked anything in my life and think this is about time and a great decision by our government.
BibiMaghoo
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There are scenarios where this isn't an issue though. An example: You cannot walk down the street with a axe, but you can buy one from the store and walk down the street home with it. So perhaps you cannot carry more than 30g, but you can buy more if you heading back with it, the distinction being you are delivering it home, rather than carrying it on you.
Sniffynose
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Backyards aren't public, which is where the problems start tbh. It's more a common courtesy thing which unfortunately not many people care about when it involves someone other than themselves.
But I mean it's 2017 we know no matter what you smoke it causes lung damage, so if people give a damn about themselves and others they would go the edible or vaping routes. People who are sick enough that smoke inhalation is the least of their worries already have access to legal sources of weed, but anyone else should really think about the long term. Weed in itself isn't the problem, smoking it however is lol.
Ban smoking in general? Sounds crazy but would likely save millions of lives. Weed can be legal, just be responsible with it, and don't take cues from the drunk driving team.
BocoDragon
or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Realize This Assgrab is Delicious
I can appreciate that complaint that assholes are blowing it in your space. That would suck. I would hope that it could be resolved by common courtesy, as you say.
Well I'd think that for some people, going out to the dispensary might just be a pain in the ass, if they live far away, etc.
Eh the roads will probably be fine...you just need to watch out for the people doing 7 mph in a 55 mph zone.
ugaboga232
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Smoke is not all equal, tobacco is worse for you than weed smoke. Obviously if I could I'd make everyone just vape but fear mongering about it isn't helping either. There doesn't seem to be a link between weed smoke and lung cancer (even though you would expect one), whereas tobacco is probably the worst drug for you lung wise.
That doesn't mean you should have to deal with a neighbor that is interfering with your life either.
Sniffynose
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I'd imagine drivethrough food vendors will see an increase in business lol and chip taxes will be the next thing on the table >_<
If you smell something from a neighbors backyard, it isn't secondhand smoke.
Simon Belmont
Banned
It won't be like a bulk store where you just shove what you want in a bag, amounts will be pre-packaged so there's no need to set the limit "just under"
Like I said, the way things are now my allotment allows me to order 30g a month - not just under just in case. It's the producers job to make sure that what they label as 5g is actually 5g, just like it's up to Labatt to make sure there's 341ml in a bottle of their beer.
The Salt Life
Banned
I'm wondering when the so called liberal NY will follow Canada's lead. I'm very jealous
Sniffynose
Member
No you are right, I am smelling "asshole"
You know if you read back through my replies I'm actually ok with a lot of this, when people actually give a damn and try to be mature and courteous about it.
since vaping took off weed has become very common in my area. seem like cigarette use has made a sizeable resurgence too. used to be for legalizing but now im not super into the idea. its gotten super annoying and people will abuse it like crazy. one thing for sure municipalities will make tons of money off fines/tickets.
that's a myth, get fucked up enough and you're just as bad as a drunk. weed culture has so much stupid made up crap.
that's a myth, get fucked up enough and you're just as bad as a drunk. weed culture has so much stupid made up crap.
Here in Québec smoking isn't allowed within 9 meters of any public door, secondhand smoke paranoia is at an all time high here.
I am for a lot of measures (not smoking in a car with a minor for isntance), but people need to take a chill pill they are acting like they are dealing with weapons grade plutonium.
Sniffynose
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Your line of thinking is why people object to legalization just fyi.
I know you are big on Science vs. Pseudoscience but I think you are getting the two mixed up.
People have every right to not want to inhale someone else's bad decision.
It can be legal and done safely but have some fucking respect for other humans who aren't up for breathing your ignorance.
Rawr stick it to the man and all that shit /edgy as fuck
Oh I know...was just making a silly joke. I don't condone anyone driving either drunk or high. I've been both of those plenty of times...getting behind the wheel is bad news either way.
Ok sure, thanks for the great chat buddy, always nice to see my opinion respected here.
Sniffynose
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I think that's the conclusion you were aiming for unfortunately.
I mean hey you forgot to quote the rest too, you know the important parts!
"Your line of thinking is why people object to legalization just fyi.
I know you are big on Science vs. Pseudoscience but I think you are getting the two mixed up.
People have every right to not want to inhale someone else's bad decision.
It can be legal and done safely but have some fucking respect for other humans who aren't up for breathing your ignorance."
Think of it as some positive criticism, it might help you out in life.
I guess there's not much to add, the other members see where I was coming from regarding second hand smoke, and I'm fine with people using as long as they do it safely and care about people in their surroundings.
Sniffynose
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Lol you don't need to stoop to that level you are smarter than that. You know damn well what I was saying.
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