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Is weed legal in Colombia?

The Cannigma

Recreational: No, but decriminalized Medical: Yes. Recreational cannabis is not legal in Colombia, but personal consumption and possession of the plant is decriminalized. You can possess up to 20 grams, grow up to 20 plants, and consume cannabis in public, but you cannot sell or purchase it. The country has had a medical cannabis program since 2015.

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Is Pierre Poilievre Wrong about Drug Decriminalization?

Cannabis Life Network

Is Conservative Party leadership hopeful Pierre Poilievre wrong about drug decriminalization? On May 31, 2022, he tweeted, “Decriminalizing deadly drug use is the opposite of compassionate. Those struggling with addiction need treatment & recovery. Drug dealers need strong policing & tough sentences.” Ben Perrin, UBC law professor and author of Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada’s […].

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Celebrating Juneteenth!

Canna Law Blog

Juneteenth falls on a Sunday this year, though our offices will be closed once again this year on Monday, in celebration of the holiday. Juneteenth and cannabis prohibition have a powerful connection. We explored that intersection each of the past two years: Juneteenth is a National Holiday but the Struggle for Equality Continues. Juneteenth and Criminal Justice Reform.

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Crazy Cat Facts Crossword Puzzle

Cannabis Life Network

Feature image courtesy of aigas.co.uk Are you a cat person? Do you vibe with felines? If so, this crazy cat facts crossword puzzle is purrfect for you. For all the dog people willing to try their luck, have no fear! This is not the writing of a crazy cat lady; I offer only facts… with […]. The post Crazy Cat Facts Crossword Puzzle appeared first on Cannabis News, Lifestyle - Headlines, Videos & Cooking.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Beard Bros Article: Education Sorely Lacking for New Cannabis Consumers

Cannabis Law Report

BB write. The legal cannabis industry is rapidly rising in the United States, however, there is a gaping hole in consumer knowledge surrounding the facts on cannabis. Due to its illegal nature in certain states and in the recent past, as well as because of the War on Drugs , there is a barrage of misinformation surrounding the plant. Everything from “reefer madness” to people not understanding the basic workings of cannabis and its compounds contributes to this lack of knowledge, but let’s not

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Quebec cannabis corporation workers walk off the job in one-day strike

Cannabis Law Report

Employees of the Quebec cannabis corporation staged a one-day walkout at 13 branches Saturday. The strike marks the third of five walkout days voted on by union members June 5, and comes on the weekend of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Montreal, when stores are particularly busy. The only branch closed as of Saturday afternoon was in Quebec City’s Sainte-Foy neighbourhood, as managers handled services at the other dozen, the Crown corporation said in an email.

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Do THC transdermal patches really work?

The Cannigma

There are a lot of ways to consume cannabis on the market. One option that’s lesser-known but worthy of more attention is the THC transdermal patch. What is THC? THC is a psychoactive, intoxicating cannabinoid that is abundant in the cannabis plant. The health benefits of THC are well-documented, and two of its best-known benefits are the ability to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

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Mydecine Cleared to Trial if Psilocybin Can Help Smokers Quit

Cannabis Law Report

Bloomberg write. Mydecine Innovations says the FDA has cleared it to proceed with a government funded trial of whether MYCO-001, a psilocybin compound, can help people quit smoking. Psilocybin is the psychedelic compound commonly found in so-called magic mushrooms. Mydecine said the study is “the first time in 50 years the US government has funded a study evaluating a psychedelic compound for therapeutic use”.

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Ohio State University: New academic center focuses on psychedelic drug research and education

Cannabis Law Report

A new academic center in the College of Social Work at The Ohio State University aims to fill two gaps in the burgeoning field of study into psychedelic drugs: focusing research on populations and psychological disorders underrepresented in current studies and preparing future scholars and clinicians through a variety of interdisciplinary educational initiatives.

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Press Release: PAREA: A new psychedelic-focused alliance of prominent companies with common goals

Cannabis Law Report

The Multi-organization psychedelic partnership is set to launch on June 23 2022. A new alliance aiming to help hone the therapeutic potential of psychedelics is set to emerge from Europe, making its debut via a virtual event later this month. The Psychedelic Access and Research European Alliance (PAREA) is a group founded in 2022 and comprised of 15 organizations with common goals in the field of mental health and psychedelics.

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Article: Intellectual Property Due Diligence in Psychedelics

Cannabis Law Report

IP Due Diligence in a Psychedelics Transaction: An Evolving Rulebook. By Jayashree Mitra, Ph.D., Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP. The market for psychedelic substances is projected to grow rapidly, potentially outpacing the legal US cannabis market. But evaluating the promise, and the risk, of a psychedelics IP portfolio is still mired in unknowns. What should investors be looking for in this nascent industry?

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Press Release: Beckley Psytech Announces Partnership With Ksana Health, Building on Digital Strategy to Deliver Optimised Patient Outcomes

Cannabis Law Report

Partnership will focus on the collection and analysis of digital biomarkers to identify signs of response and relapse in upcoming Phase 2 clinical trials. Beckley Psytech aims to track and improve patient experience through an integrated, digitally-assisted treatment model. June 14, 2022 02:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time. OXFORD, England–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Beckley Psytech Limited, a private company dedicated to addressing neurological and psychiatric disorders through the novel applicati

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PA: State provides $350K to Wilkes University to launch cannabis education programs

Cannabis Law Report

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO, (WOLF) — This fall, Wilkes University will launch a bachelor of science degree in cannabis chemistry as well as a certificate program in cannabis studies , and officials learned that the university will get $350,000 in state funds for the launch. The university said in a statement: Wilkes has the combined expertise in biology, chemistry, and pharmacology and is uniquely positioned to offer programs that train cannabis professionals, as well as provide the important te

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OH: Eastern Gateway Community College offering ‘cannabis education’

Cannabis Law Report

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Eastern Gateway Community College is adding cannabis education programs to meet the need of a growing new field. The three cannabis certifications are being presented in collaboration with Green Flower, according to a news release from the company. They will provide students the opportunity to earn Certificates of Achievement covering advanced dispensary associate skills training, cannabis manufacturing and cultivation.

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South Africa: SAAI (Southern African Agri Initiative) create annual scholarship program with Cheeba Cannabis Academy

Cannabis Law Report

Farmers Review Africa. As the cannabis and hemp industries are gathering momentum in South Africa, it is important to ensure that opportunities are offered to those less fortunate. Earlier this year, Africa’s leading cannabis education and training company, Cheeba Cannabis Academy partnered with leading online agricultural school, AGRICOLLEGES international to launch an AgriSETA accredited program called.

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How Effective Are Pure Delta 9 Gummies in Fighting Depression?

Cannabis Law Report

This article will find out more about the ways THC might be able to help alleviate the adverse side effects caused by depression. Before deciding on THC treatment for any illness, it’s crucial to consider that it might not be the right choice for everyone. Although THC and tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta 9 THC Gummies) are cannabinoids, the effects they have on the body differ.

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Karma Koala Podcast Episode 82, 20 June 2022: THE COMPLIANCE COUCH WITH SHERI TARR – Ben Rosman CEO PSI Labs – Stephen Phan Co-Founder and CEO Come Back Daily – Kristen Yoder Founder/Campaign Founder Cynical Stoner/Bud For Blood

Cannabis Law Report

Karma Koala Podcast Episode 82, 20 June 2022. INTERVIEW 1. Name: Ben Rosman CEO PSI Labs. Song: Marionette by Horatio Clam. Supplementary Information: [link]. INTERVIEW 2. Name: Stephen Phan Co-Founder and CEO Come Back Daily. Song: Positive Herb by Niyorah. Supplementary Information. [link]. @phan_man on IG. Website: Come Back Daily. REGULAR SEGMENT?

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Canada: Mushroom company aims to buy 100 acres in Cavan Monaghan

Cannabis Law Report

Red Light Holland also deals in ‘magic truffles,’ a psychedelic product. Read more (paywall). [link].

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New York Proposes Adult-Use Cannabis Packaging and Labeling Rules

Cannabis Law Report

New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) recently proposed Adult-Use Packaging and Labeling Rules. The proposed rules will be published in the New York State Register on June 15, which will trigger the 60-day public comment period. As outlined below, the rules are restrictive. If these rules go into effect as drafted, New York cannabis licensees will not have much room for creative packaging of their products.

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CA: State authorities seize $200,000 from Eddie Alvarez’s Santa Rosa cannabis dispensary for unpaid taxes

Cannabis Law Report

State authorities seized about $200,000 in unpaid business taxes Thursday from a cannabis dispensary owned by Santa Rosa Vice Mayor Eddie Alvarez. California Highway Patrol officers and state tax officials served a warrant on the Russell Avenue business around 1:30 p.m., and authorities spent three hours collecting and counting cash from the safe and register, Alvarez told The Press Democrat.