GUELPH — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to the government’s recent regulatory changes that increased the cap on the number of stores a licensed cannabis company can operate in the province from 75 to 150.
“I have always supported the licensing and regulation of private cannabis retailers as the best way to eliminate the underground market and create another economic development tool for our communities.
But the government’s recent regulatory changes have small business owners sounding the alarm over fears the move will help big companies get ahead while leaving small businesses out to dry.
We cannot allow corporate giants to monopolize this fledgling industry.
I stand with small, Ontario-owned businesses that fuel their local economies and create prosperity within their communities. We strongly believe that cannabis legislation should be designed with communities in mind – and supporting small business is an essential part of this.”