Recreational use of marijuana was legalized across Canada on October 17th, 2018. This is a major milestone for the world of cannabis as Canada is the second country to release the ban on marijuana nationwide (Uruguay was actually the first). Throughout this episode, we will explore the legalization of cannabis across the country and look at the impact this plant is having. There were some 'growing pains' in the infancy stage of the industry, as to be expected of legalization on this scale. We'll discuss the obstacles for cannabis companies and also delve into a variety of Canadian cannabis companies leading the way. By examining the statistics, billion dollar acquisitions and the expansion plans for these companies—one thing is apparent—cannabis is here to stay. By the end of our conversation, we'll learn how Canada is intending on becoming a global leader in cannabis!
