Welcome to our wrap-up of Episode 16 of This Week in Cannabis News.
Some big pronouncements coming from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer ahead of Tuesdayβs election. In a campaign debate, Schumer stated that SAFE Banking is βvery closeβ to having enough votes in the Senate.
Expect lots of news in the coming weekβincluding election news in 5 important states that have elections: North Dakota, South Dakota, Missouri, Arkansas, and Maryland go to the cannabis polls Tuesday, and Congress may be in for a shake-up. So be sure to join us for our upcoming webinar, The Impact of the 2022 Elections on the Cannabis Industry.
The regulations and guidance for adult-use dispensaries were introduced last weekβkeeping countless cannabis insiders up late last Friday to unpack what all the rules mean, what they donβt mean, and what they βmightβ mean. Read more in Guidance for Adult Use Retail Dispensaries.
And with those regulations, the first group of adult use licenses could be issued within βweeksβ according to a story in Marijuana Moment. The Cannabis Control Board is set to meet on November 21st, so mark your calendars!
Speaking of New York and dispensary regulations, certainly the people at Cookies are making moves as they await adult-use in the state. And they arenβt wasting time, either. Cookies opened in New York City this past weekβand from the looks of it, it was not a low-key affair. While you can't purchase recreational cannabis NYC just yet, if you're looking for want cool gear, cool music, and a cool scene, this is your place.
There is a City Councillor in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada that wants to make that city the World Cannabis Capital. With 164 adult-use cannabis shops, Edmonton is already saturated with cannabis-buying opportunities. But Councillor Michael Janz wants to add lounges, spas, restaurants, and other touristy attractions to the mix.
This week, our guest is David CΓ΄tΓ©, Founder and CEO of Northern Helmβa multi-store cannabis retail operator in Ontario. David has a rich background in retail and hospitality, which he was kind enough to share with us during the Retail Cannabis Council of Ontario (RCCO) program.