Thousands are expected to attend this year's unsanctioned 4/20 event, particularly since hip-hop group Cypress Hill is expecting to draw a larger crowd than usual with its free concert. No insuranceThe Vancouver Park Board has denied organizers a permit for the event, citing bylaws that ban smoking in public parks. The cannabis event was denied a permit by the park board, citing a ban on smoking in parks. The city provided 4/20 with a list of expectations to follow, despite not granting a permit, and city staff, including police, will be on hand. Michael Wiebe says he voted in favour of giving 4/20 a permit when he was on the park board in previous years.

Source: CBC News April 19, 2019 01:30 UTC