The (re)regulation of cannabis: a comparative analysis between the Netherlands and Canada

Research has shown that the traditional field of crime and cannabis control is disrupted. Hence, several jurisdictions are moving towards decriminalization and even legalization of cannabis. The Netherlands was one of the first countries to adopt such an alternative approach by allowing small retail of recreational cannabis. In October 2018, Canada decided to legalize cannabis. Yet, both countries are still struggling to establish a well-functioning cannabis policy that focuses as much on public health and human rights as it does on crime control.
This research aims to investigate the regulation of cannabis in the Netherlands and Canada, examine the area of conflict with the international drug treaties and provide an explanation for the regulation of cannabis in the Netherlands and Canada. TO BE CONT’D

Faculty Supervisor:

Nicole O'Byrne;Karla O'Regan

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Partner:

University of Groningen

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of New Brunswick

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