Vancouver medical marijuana businesses must close by Friday if breaking rules
VANCOUVER — Dozens of medical marijuana businesses in Vancouver could face court action if they violate regulations by staying open without approval, the city’s chief licence inspector says.
Andreea Toma said 140 pot shops were refused development permits last October because they didn’t comply with rules such as being too close to schools.
Up to 100 of the businesses could still be operating when the six-month grace period ends Friday, she said.
Dispensaries that did not meet regulations were given time to find other sites that are a minimum of 300 metres from schools, community centres and each other.