Cannabis Policy Under a New Conservative Government: What’s Next for Canada?
As Canada approaches a potential shift to a Conservative government in 2025, the future of cannabis policy hangs in the balance. Since recreational cannabis was legalized in 2018 under Justin Trudeau’s Liberals, the industry has grown into a multi-billion-dollar sector, employing thousands and reshaping cultural norms. Yet, with Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives leading polls, questions swirl about how their pragmatic, small-government ethos might redefine the rules for Canada’s cannabis landscape. Here’s what we might expect—and why it matters. A Conservative Track Record on Cannabis The Conservative Party has historically been skeptical of cannabis legalization. In 2018, all but one Tory MP...