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Global News is a major Canadian news organization covering national and local stories across politics, business, society, and public safety. Its reporting is aimed at a broad audience and often includes explainers on complex public issues.

Cannabis appears in Global News coverage as part of Canada’s regulated market, public health discussions, policing and impairment topics, and business developments. For readers, it provides a mainstream view on how legalization and regulation play out in day-to-day news.

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Nova Scotia Introduces Stricter Measures to Combat Illegal Cannabis Sales

Global NewsFeb 25, 2026

Nova Scotia Introduces Stricter Measures to Combat Illegal Cannabis Sales

Nova Scotia strengthens cannabis laws with increased fines and enforcement to curb illegal sales, amid controversy and criticism from Indigenous leaders

•Nova Scotia strengthens Cannabis Control Act to combat illegal sales
•New legislation includes increased fines and expanded enforcement
•Mi'kmaq chiefs criticize the crackdown, fearing strained relations

by Nova Scotia bill increases fines, strengthens enforcement as part of illegal cannabis crackdown Nova Scotia's justice minister says government is 'strengthening' the Cannabis Control Act as the province continues to crackdown on illegal dispensaries. Canada 17 mins

Calgary Committee Approves Cannabis Sales at Adult-Only Events

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Calgary Committee Approves Cannabis Sales at Adult-Only Events

Calgary's executive committee has approved a proposal for cannabis sales at adult-only events, pending city council's final decision

•Calgary committee approves cannabis sales at adult-only events
•Proposal aligns with Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis regulations
•Current rules allow cannabis delivery but not on-site sales

by Calgary committee greenlights allowing cannabis sales at adult-only events Under the current rules in Calgary, cannabis can be delivered to minor prohibited events but it cannot be sold by retailers on site. Canada Apr 15

Aphria Agrees to $30 Million Settlement in Shareholder Lawsuit

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Aphria Agrees to $30 Million Settlement in Shareholder Lawsuit

Aphria Inc. has agreed to a $30 million settlement to resolve allegations of misrepresentation in its 2018 acquisitions, pending court approval

•Aphria Inc. settles shareholder lawsuit for $30 million
•The lawsuit involved alleged misrepresentations in 2018 acquisitions
•Settlement is not an admission of liability by Aphria

by Cannabis company Aphria reaches 30M agreement to settle shareholder class-action lawsuit Aphria Inc. has agreed to pay $30 million to settle a class-action lawsuit by shareholders alleging the company made misrepresentations to capital markets in 2018. Cannabis Feb 10

Ontario Man Charged After Children Hospitalized from Cannabis Edibles

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Ontario Man Charged After Children Hospitalized from Cannabis Edibles

Two children were hospitalized after consuming cannabis edibles in Ontario, leading to charges against a 45-year-old man for criminal negligence

•Two children hospitalized after consuming cannabis edibles in Ontario
•A 45-year-old man faces criminal negligence charges
•Incident occurred in Sagamok First Nation on March 22, 2025

by Ontario children hospitalized after consuming ‘cell-phone sized’ cannabis edibles Two children under the age of five were hospitalized after consuming cannabis edibles in Sagamok First Nation. A 45-year-old man now faces charges of criminal negligence. Cannabis Jul 23

Ontario Police Seize Over $122 Million in Illicit Cannabis on Indigenous Land

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Ontario Police Seize Over $122 Million in Illicit Cannabis on Indigenous Land

Ontario police have seized over $122 million in illicit cannabis from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, charging ten individuals linked to organized crime

•Ontario police seized $122 million in illicit cannabis
•Ten individuals charged, six non-community members involved
•Over 72,000 cannabis plants and firearms confiscated

by More than $122M worth of illicit cannabis seized in eastern Ontario: police OPP seize $122M in illicit cannabis on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory; 10 charged in organized crime probe tied to environmental damage and land misuse. Crime Oct 3

Mi’kmaq Chiefs Condemn Nova Scotia's Directive on Cannabis Enforcement

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Mi’kmaq Chiefs Condemn Nova Scotia's Directive on Cannabis Enforcement

Mi’kmaq leaders and a former justice minister criticize Nova Scotia's directive to police on cannabis enforcement, citing systemic racism and strained relations with Indigenous communities

•Mi’kmaq chiefs oppose Nova Scotia's cannabis enforcement directive
•Chief Michelle Glasgow calls the directive a threat to community safety
•Legal expert Wayne MacKay warns of potential overreach by the justice minister

by Mi’kmaq chiefs, former attorney general disappointed with N.S. cannabis directive Sipekne’katik First Nation Chief Michelle Glasgow says in a letter she and her council are “appalled” by the province’s directive. Canada Dec 5

U.S. Plans to Reclassify Marijuana to Boost Medical Research Opportunities

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

U.S. Plans to Reclassify Marijuana to Boost Medical Research Opportunities

The U.S. plans to reclassify marijuana to Schedule III, easing research restrictions and potentially leading to new medical products

•President Trump plans to sign an order reclassifying marijuana to Schedule III
•Reclassification could ease research restrictions and boost medical product development
•40 states allow medical marijuana use, but federal approval remains challenging

by U.S. may soon reclassify marijuana to allow medical research. What to know U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order that would reclassify marijuana and ease federal restrictions on research for potential new medical products. U.S. News 6 hours

Ontario Police Seize $1.6M in Illegal Cannabis from Brighton Greenhouse

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Ontario Police Seize $1.6M in Illegal Cannabis from Brighton Greenhouse

Ontario Provincial Police seized over $1.6 million in illegal cannabis from a Brighton greenhouse, charging five individuals involved in the operation

•OPP seized $1.6 million in illegal cannabis from Brighton, Ontario
•580 plants and 1,100 pounds of dried cannabis were confiscated
•Five individuals charged under the Cannabis Act

by OPP seizes $1.6M worth of illegal cannabis in major operation OPP seized more than $1.6 million worth of illegal street cannabis found in a greenhouse in Brighton, Ont., during a major drug bust operation. Cannabis Nov 6

Cannabis Consumption in Canada Shifts Towards Edibles and Beverages

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Cannabis Consumption in Canada Shifts Towards Edibles and Beverages

Cannabis consumption in Canada is shifting towards edibles and beverages, while smoking declines, according to Health Canada's latest survey

•Cannabis smoking in Canada has decreased from 89% to 69% since 2018
•Edible and beverage consumption of cannabis has risen to 57%
•Overall cannabis use remains stable at 26% for non-medical purposes

by How cannabis use in Canada is changing: less smoke, more sweets The proportion of Canadians who smoke cannabis has decreased since legalization, though a recent survey shows it remains the most common method of consumption. Canada Dec 6, 2024

Nova Scotia Approves Mi’kmaq-Owned Cannabis Retail Stores on Reserves

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Nova Scotia Approves Mi’kmaq-Owned Cannabis Retail Stores on Reserves

Nova Scotia's new regulations enable Mi’kmaq communities to open legal cannabis stores on reserves, addressing illegal sales concerns and boosting local economies

•Nova Scotia allows Mi’kmaq cannabis retail stores on reserves
•Mi’kmaq bands can authorize sales through agreements with the liquor corporation
•Move addresses illegal cannabis sales concerns in Mi’kmaq communities

by New Nova Scotia regulations allow retail cannabis stores owned by Mi’kmaq community Mi’kmaq communities in Nova Scotia will be able to open legal cannabis retail stores on reserve under new provincial regulations. Cannabis Apr 4

Canadian Cannabis Tax Revenues Reach $5.4 Billion Since Legalization

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Canadian Cannabis Tax Revenues Reach $5.4 Billion Since Legalization

Canada has generated over $5.4 billion in cannabis tax revenue since legalization, with Ontario leading the provinces in earnings

•Canada's cannabis tax revenue exceeds $5.4 billion since 2018
•Ontario leads provincial earnings with $1.5 billion
•Alberta ranks second with over $1 billion in revenue

by Cannabis revenues for Ottawa, provinces have hit $5.4B since 2018 Ontario has the greatest provincial share — $1.5 billion — with Alberta coming in second at just over $1 billion, despite having less than a third of Ontario's population. Cannabis Nov 25

Cannabis Industry Boosts Economic Recovery Amid Pandemic in Ontario

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Cannabis Industry Boosts Economic Recovery Amid Pandemic in Ontario

Ontario's cannabis industry thrives during the pandemic, supporting economic recovery and job creation with over 1,000 shops now surpassing LCBO outlets

•Cannabis shops in Ontario were deemed essential during the pandemic
•Kingston has 17 cannabis stores, with room for more growth
•Cannabis industry supports over 27,000 retail jobs in Ontario

by Cannabis shops could help in pandemic’s economic recovery, Kingston expert says This past August, the Ontario government's online cannabis store announced that there are more than 1,000 pot shops across the province, surpassing the 660 LCBO's across Ontario. Cannabis Dec 2, 2021

Aurora Cannabis to Cut Workforce at Edmonton Facility Amid Operational Changes

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Aurora Cannabis to Cut Workforce at Edmonton Facility Amid Operational Changes

Aurora Cannabis is cutting 214 jobs at its Edmonton-area facility as part of a strategy to focus on premium cannabis production

•Aurora Cannabis to reduce workforce at Edmonton facility by 214 jobs
•Operations at Aurora Sky will be scaled back by 75%
•Changes aim to focus on premium, high-quality cannabis production

by Aurora Cannabis reducing workforce at Edmonton-area facility Aurora Cannabis Inc. is making changes to how one of its Edmonton-area facilities operates and says that will result in job losses. Cannabis Dec 15, 2020

B.C. First Nation Launches Pioneering Farm-to-Gate Cannabis Shop

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

B.C. First Nation Launches Pioneering Farm-to-Gate Cannabis Shop

B.C.'s Williams Lake First Nation launches Sugar Cane Cannabis, the first farm-to-gate shop on Indigenous land in Canada, aiming to offer fresh cannabis and community benefits

•Williams Lake First Nation opens Sugar Cane Cannabis, a farm-to-gate shop
•First such facility in B.C. and on Indigenous land in Canada
•Projected annual revenue between $2 million and $6 million

by ‘How proud we are’: B.C. First Nation launches new farm-to-gate cannabis shop Sugar Cane Cannabis is the first farm-to-gate facility in B.C. and the first of its kind on Indigenous land in Canada, according to Williams Lake First Nation. Economy Jun 7, 2022

Canopy Growth Sells Former Hershey Factory to Hershey Canada for $53 Million

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Canopy Growth Sells Former Hershey Factory to Hershey Canada for $53 Million

Canopy Growth has sold its Smiths Falls cannabis facility back to Hershey Canada for $53 million, marking a significant turn of events for the town

•Canopy Growth sells Smiths Falls facility to Hershey Canada for $53 million
•The facility was originally a Hershey's chocolate factory built in 1964
•Smiths Falls community welcomes Hershey's return, seeing economic potential

by Canopy Growth is selling its old chocolate factory pot facility to Hershey Canopy Growth announced Thursday it's selling the old chocolate factory where it cultivated cannabis in Smiths Falls to Hershey Canada. Cannabis Aug 17, 2023

Edibles and Drinkables Poised to Lead Canada's Cannabis Industry

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Edibles and Drinkables Poised to Lead Canada's Cannabis Industry

Edibles and drinkables are gaining popularity in Canada's cannabis market, potentially bridging the revenue gap with alcohol sales, according to Delta 9 CEO John Arbuthnot

•Canadian cannabis sales capture 50% of black market share
•Delta 9 CEO highlights growth in edibles and drinkables
•Cannabis retail locations increased from 42 to 71 since 2019

by Drinkables, edibles could lead future of cannabis industry The CEO of Delta 9 said edibles have skyrocketed in popularity, with the gummy form of cannabis appealing to a new demographic. Cannabis Sep 23, 2021

Canada’s Cannabis Industry Faces Challenges Five Years After Legalization

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Canada’s Cannabis Industry Faces Challenges Five Years After Legalization

Five years after legalization, Canada's cannabis industry faces financial struggles and regulatory challenges despite initial optimism

•Canada's cannabis industry struggles with financial and regulatory issues five years post-legalization
•Abi Roach highlights the need for further regulatory reform to stabilize the market
•Price deflation and high taxes challenge profitability for legal cannabis companies

by Canada’s cannabis industry burning out 5 years after legalization Cannabis legalization has had wide-reaching effects and made its use more accessible and acceptable. Yet the days where sky-high demand was expected are gone. Canada Oct 13, 2023

Canadian Cannabis Industry Faces Challenges Due to Oversupply and Price Drops

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Canadian Cannabis Industry Faces Challenges Due to Oversupply and Price Drops

Canada's cannabis industry struggles with oversupply, leading to price drops and layoffs, as experts call for regulatory changes to address market challenges

•Canadian cannabis industry faces oversupply challenges
•Prices have dropped significantly due to surplus
•Delta 9 Cannabis reduces capacity and lays off employees

by Canadian cannabis industry struggling amid oversupply challenges: Experts More than four years later, Canada's cannabis industry is starting to come down from a post-legalization high, experts say. Cannabis Jan 10, 2023

Uber Eats Begins Cannabis Delivery Service in Vancouver and Victoria

Global NewsDec 18, 2025

Uber Eats Begins Cannabis Delivery Service in Vancouver and Victoria

Uber Eats now offers cannabis delivery in Vancouver and Victoria, allowing B.C. residents to order from local retailers via the app

•Uber Eats launches cannabis delivery in Vancouver and Victoria
•Service available to B.C. residents over 19 years old
•Thirteen licensed retailers participate in the program

by Uber Eats launches cannabis delivery service in Vancouver, Victoria Uber Canada says, starting immediately, B.C. residents over the age of 19 can use the Uber Eats app to order marijuana from local, licensed retailers. Consumer Apr 18, 2023

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