On a high: Canada celebrates cannabis being legalised
(The Guardian Canada)

Trudeau completes election pledge with an end to a century of prohibitionMarijuana legalisation explained: key facts about Canada´s new lawsAt five seconds past midnight, Ian Power became the owner of the first gram of recreational cannabis to be sold in Canada. After waiting for hours in the cold, Power strode excitedly into the only cannabis store open in St. John´s, Newfoundland and made his purchase.`I think it´s one of the biggest moments of my life,` he told the crowd of reporters gathered to witness the transaction at the Tweed store. `There´s a tear in my eye. No more back alleys.` Power said he intended to frame his purchase rather than smoke it. Related: Dazed and confused: Canada cannabis legalization brings complex new laws Continue reading...