Why did Curaleaf’s rich, white CEO say social justice programs were going too far? And is he right?
The commercialization of the cannabis market has led to its transformation from a movement to an industry. This shift brings with it additional responsibilities, particularly in th
A few hundred people in a Swiss town will try recreational marijuana as part of a major social experiment
A rare opportunity has arisen in the vibrant Swiss metropolis of Basel. The city has just launched its cannabis pilot project, giving exclusive access to a privileged few. A select
Washington State Announces Social Justice Motions for March 1st
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has officially announced that it will file social justice requests on March 1st. The application window only lasts 30 days and
Soft launches of second New York pharmacy, Social Equity Fund status up in the air
By Adam Jackson A second New York City dispensary is slated to open in Manhattan more than two weeks after the state saw its first legal adult sale. Union Square Travel Agency: A C
Weed Etiquette 101: What You Should Know Before Going Social
Whether you are a guest or a host, there are some important rules for smoking weed that should always be followed. Here we take a look at the most common rules that should apply wh
The governor of Connecticut elects the chair of the Social Justice Council
Connecticut’s adult-use law was packed with provisions to ensure a fair industry, and now the state’s Social Equity Council has a new chair. Connecticut Governor Ned La
New Jersey Announces New Cannabis Social Equity Funding Program
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) last week announced the creation of a grant program to help small businesses with the costs associated with starting a busines
Los Angeles selects 100 more social justice applicants after lawsuit
The City of Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation announced last week that it “successfully conducted the Retail Applications Lottery, also known as the Phase 3 Retai
Could residency lawsuits turn cannabis social justice on its head?
By John Schroyer A spate of lawsuits challenging residency requirements in at least three states has some advocates of the cannabis industry’s social justice programs concern
Illinois Grants First Social Justice Cannabis Retail Licenses
This article was written by Joana Scopel and originally published on Benzinga. Illinois recently issued a total of 185 marijuana dispensary licenses for adult use to social justice
10 weed faux pas to avoid in a social setting
Helpful tips to avoid a nickname like “The Scorcher”. Like any culture, weed culture has its customs. Longtime weed lovers learn many of these customs from experience,
California: $15 million in grants to support social justice programs
This article was written by Nicolás Jose Rodriguez and originally published on Benzinga. On Monday, the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) annou
California: $15 million in grants to support social justice programs
This article was written by Nicolás Jose Rodriguez and originally published on Benzinga. On Monday, the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) annou
The myth of social justice in the cannabis industry
Social justice is a facade in the cannabis industry as the challenges facing social justice and economic empowerment applicants increase Despite industry assurances that social equ
Denver signs weed supply for social equity firm
Denver City Council passed a measure Monday aimed at strengthening the city’s cannabis delivery services and doing the right thing for people adversely affected by the War on
The San Diego Social Justice Proposal may provide the necessary corrections
San Diego’s proposal to establish a social justice program would present eligibility criteria that would help participants find locations, receive funding, and receive key me
2nd time is a spell for social justice in massachusetts? Mass governor signs new cannabis social justice bill
States across the United States are doing their best to make their cannabis sectors conducive to operators and consumers. Massachusetts is no different. Last week, Massachusetts Go
Massachusetts governor signs cannabis social justice bill into law
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker on Thursday signed legislation amending the state’s marijuana laws, approving the addition of social justice provisions and other changes to
Are Social Justice Cannabis Rules a Corporate Strategy to Monopolize the Marijuana Industry?
Why Social Equity Cannabis Legalization Is A Corporate Strategy To Monopolize The Cannabis Market I’m always very tired when it comes to “Social Justice” and poli
Why cannabis social lounges must be the future of public consumption
Why cannabis social lounges need to be the new norm For cannabis to be as culturally and socially accepted as alcohol, cannabis social lounges need to become the new norm. Fortunat