// Definition
The 2015 election of Justin Trudeau as Canadian Prime Minister, which marked a pivotal turning point for cannabis legalization in Canada. His Liberal government replaced Stephen Harper's Conservative government, which had actively opposed cannabis reform.
// From the Episode
Episode 058 opens with celebration over Trudeau's election victory and Harper's defeat. The panel discusses how Harper 'really just robbed' the cannabis community and 'there are an enormous amount' of cannabis prisoners. Etienne Fontan discusses the implications for Canadian cannabis policy, and the panel debates whether Trudeau will follow through on legalization promises. Bubbleman and the panel are cautiously optimistic, noting it represents 'the right step' but warning it could still go wrong. Discussion covers the MMAR/MMPR medical cannabis systems and how Harper's policies affected dispensaries and licensed producers.
// Source
Ep. 058 Hash Church LVII 57 →