Tofino may have a reputation as a laid-back surfers' paradise, but as legalization looms the local government is taking a cautious approach to allowing storefront pot sales. Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne says the district is seeking the community's views on locations and regulations for cannabis sales and productions before allowing any to open. The District of #Tofino is taking proactive, and careful, steps to get ready for #cannabis legalization. 'Take your time and do this well'Osborne said the debate over licensing cannabis retailers is not about whether to allow it at all — the change in law is accepted by council. The community's biggest concern is the location of businesses, Osborne said, although regulating where and when marijuana is consumed is also an issue.

Source: CBC News February 13, 2018 19:18 UTC