MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Ontario wants to permanently give private cannabis retailers the option of offering delivery and curbside pickup.<\/p>\n
The proposal is part of a wide-ranging bill introduced in the legislature Thursday aimed at reducing red tape.<\/p>\n
Cannabis stores were given temporary permission to allow delivery and pickup during the pandemic.<\/p>\n
The government says the proposed change will allow retailers to keep supporting physical distancing and other public-health measures.<\/p>\n
Other temporary pandemic measures the government is looking to extend in its proposed legislation include fast-tracking of applications for licensed patio spaces and improving access to virtual government and other services.<\/p>\n
Raj Grover, CEO of cannabis retailer High Tide Inc., welcomed the news and says cannabis retailers have proven home delivery can be done safely and securely.<\/p>\n
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 7, 2021.<\/p>\n
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