Pot dispensary depot possible for Melfort
Municipalities across Saskatchewan are continuing to discuss potential marijuana depots in their jurisdictions.
The city of Melfort is one of 40 eligible municipalities to allow a dispensary for the drug as announced by the provincial government on Jan. 8. Mayor Rick Lang said council likely won’t stand in the way of the opening of a business.
“It would be like saying no to smoking cigarettes, if it’s legal it’s legal,” Lang told northeastNOW. “It would be like saying no buying alcohol.”
Any centre with a population higher than 2,500 are eligible so the towns of Nipawin and Tisdale would also be included. Municipalities can opt out if they so choose. The sale of pot will be regulated by the SLGA. Retailers must have a standalone storefront plus can offer online services.