Edmonton, AB - Women Grow, a national professional network supporting female leaders and entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, is launching an Edmonton chapter in May 2016.
Canada's Budding Cannabis Job Market
4 Things To Keep In Mind When Consuming Medical Cannabis At Work
Medical cannabis is becoming a more common treatment option. Employees who use medical cannabis may never need to use during work hours. However, some employees, like ones with a motion disorder, may need to use cannabis during their works schedule to manage their symptoms. If you need to use cannabis in the workplace, keep these tips in mind.
News: Weed + Work Seminar on March 11
I am pleased to announce that on March 11, 2016 I am delivering a workshop in partnership with the Human Resources Institute of Alberta (HRIA) on Medical Marijuana in the Workplace. This workshop will be held in Edmonton, AB.
More details can be found on the HRIA's website. Click here for event information.
Selling Cannabis: The Right Fit
As the Liberal government starts the conversation on legalizing marijuana, there has been a lot of talk about where to sell it.
Two big players have come forward with pitches to distribute: the B.C. Private Liquor Store Association and more recently, the Liquor Control Board of Ontario. The argument by the liquor stores is the same: we are good at distributing one controlled substance (alcohol), so we will be good at selling other controlled substances (marijuana).
Yes, Even Dangerous Jobs Can Accommodate Medical Marijuana Users
Yes, You Need a Prescription for Medical Marijuana At Work and This Controversial Logging Case Proves Why
Why You Can't Fire An Employee For Medical Cannabis Use in Canada
How To Get A Medical Cannabis Prescription in Canada
5 Barriers to Accessing Medical Cannabis (you probably didn't think of)
My mom was recently diagnosed with cancer for a second time and I happily helped her get a prescription for medical cannabis. Going through this with her made me realize there are a number of barriers to access. She found the process overwhelming and complicated. I believe she wouldn’t have actually got a prescription if I hadn’t been there to help her.
What are the barriers?
