C-45-42Government of Canada
Cannabis Act (42-1)
First G7 country to fully legalize recreational cannabis. Defining first-term Trudeau bill and a recurring federal-provincial coordination case study.
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Royal AssentSummary
Legalized and regulated recreational cannabis in Canada. Granted royal assent June 21, 2018; legal recreational sales began October 17, 2018. Implementation delegated to provinces and territories.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
- Royal assent
Approved by both chambers and granted royal assent; now law.
Official source
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