Task Force Report

Whole task force is likely just a distraction to keep us all busy speculating whilst they make all their back room deals. No faith in the political process anymore. I am certain there will be more outrage to come.

Good post! I agree mostly, although my opinion differs on a few things.

canadian1969 said:

And what the hell do they mean by Oversight and approval by local authorities? no way man!

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Local authorities are limited as to what they can do. They can use zoning to regulate commercial growing but are limited on personal property. They can enforce codes and regulations, but that's about it. You don't need approval to grow a legal plant in your own house.With every second house growing 4 plants, they don't have the resources, will or time to police it.

canadian1969 said:

On the whole the recommendations are not insane. Some are even encouraging, but these are only recommendations and what the Liberals actually end up doing is likely to be entirely different from the report. So not holding my breath. My bet is corporate monopoly cash grab all the way.

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I may be more optimistic than most, but I think the Liberals will implement a system that mostly follows the task force recommendations.The emphasis they put on opening the market up to a variety of growers was important,imo. I don't know the costs associated with 'seed to sale' technology, but I'm sure someone will come up with a economically viable option. We have craft breweries, wineries and distilleries within 10 minutes of my house that share market space with Molson's and the big boys, why not a similar model for cannabis. I like the idea of a dispensary style storefront with it's own dedicated grower/supplier.
I generally like the report as a starting point. The biggest misses were not recommending a date for implementation and not introducing a period of decrim. until it takes effect.