Show Notes
We caught up with former Squamish Mayoral Candidate Susan Chapelle to chat about her new gig of advocating for the cannabis industry to local governments across the province.
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53 Days of Legalized Marijuana
What Can We Learn About Cannabis and it’s Effect on Local Economics, Health and Land Use?
About the Event: It’s been 53 days since the federal government legalized cannabis. There are companies positioning themselves to take part in the economy, both large and small. What will happen to the small business owners who grew the cannabis industry into what it is today? How will municipalities adapt to accept or reject the new cannabiz economy? What do we know about cannabis and how will our knowledge grow now that it is no longer a controlled substance? Join us for an evening of presentations by people who have been working in areas that impact our everyday life, our community and our economy. The event will also be followed by a Happy Holidays After Party either at Aligned or a nearby venue.
Feature Speakers:
1) Dr. Aaron Shapiro, Forensic Toxicologist Dr. Aaron Shapiro is a board-certified forensic toxicologist and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. His current areas of research include drug-impaired driving and the impact of cannabis on fentanyl-related deaths.
2) Bron Hogan, Craft Specialist BC Craft Supply Bron’s passion for community and the unique culture of Cannabis in BC led him to co-founding BC Craft Supply. This opportunity has allowed him to utilize his expertise and industry connections to advocate for the micro-producers of cannabis, allowing them to compete in a market that is at risk of being dominated by large-scale growers.
3) Brian Raiser, Owner of 99 North, the corridors first dispensary Bron’s passion for community and the unique culture of Cannabis in BC led him to co-founding BC Craft Supply. This opportunity has allowed him to utilize his expertise and industry connections to advocate for the micro-producers of cannabis, allowing them to compete in a market that is at risk of being dominated by large-scale growers.
4) Susan Chapelle, Director of Government Relations, BC Craft Supply, Healthcare Researcher Susan Chapelle has been active in local politics and changing the landscape for cannabis in Squamish. As a local advocate for healthcare and economy, her passion for helping small businesses enjoy access to the economy translates well into her advocacy for small enterprise micro-growers.
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