Quarry Park Law speaks at Hempfest Edmonton

By Jonathan Ablett | March 27, 2018

This past weekend on March 24-25th, 2018, Quarry Park Lawyers Alexander Kooiman and Jonathan Ablett were presenters at Hempfest Edmonton as part of their ongoing Speakers Series. Alex and Jon presented previously at Hempfest Calgary on September 30 – October 1, 2017 on the history of cannabis law in Canada to this point, the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (MMPR) and the Marihuana Medical Access Regulations (MMAR).

Alex and Jon provided updates on recent legal developments surrounding the proposed federal legalization of cannabis, Alberta distribution framework and further provincial regulatory issues pertaining to Alberta cannabis businesses including retail applications.

The presentation was very well attended and drew a large and varied crowd who actively engaged the lawyers with a variety of questions ranging from landlord/tenant concerns, commercial, criminal code and employment law.

For more info: CTV News coverage and interview

About Quarry Park Law

Quarry Park Law advises business and individuals in the area of medical cannabis regulatory compliance and legal issues related to the cannabis industry. QPL have counseled licence applicants, investors and lenders on both the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (MMPR) and the Marihuana Medical Access Regulations (MMAR) and advised on the rights and duties of both employees and employers pertaining to medical cannabis in the workplace. With the proposed legalization of cannabis in Bill C-45, Quarry Park Law is well positioned to advise clients on the policy framework and proposed legislation that will regulate the legal cannabis industry at the federal, provincial and municipal levels of government.

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Jon was always prompt in his response time. He displayed high level of knowledge and professionalism in dealing with both our real estate transactions as well as our corporation. Thank you!

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Professional and effective service. I would like to take this chance to thank Alex for legal advise on a business matter & Jonathan for the smooth transition on the sale and purchase of our homes and coming all the way to Edmonton!
Quarry Park Lawyers made me impressed by how professional and knowledgeable they are. I highly recommend this firm, whether it's a real estate matter or a business (corporate) matter. Again, thank you Alex & Jonathan!

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