On Thursday, July 27, 2017, the Province of Manitoba announced that they are looking for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from local businesses interested in growing, distributing and retailing cannabis in Manitoba.
“In anticipation of the legalization of cannabis, we have taken a proactive approach to addressing our primary concern, which is the health and safety of Manitobans,” said Justice Minister Heather Stefanson. “In addition to this focus, we also recognize there are many questions to be answered regarding distribution, regulation and quality control. This EOI will help us source potential solutions to these important questions and further engage Manitobans on an approach to legalization that works best for our province.”
The federal government has said that they will be legalizing cannabis by July 1, 2018, and Manitoba’s EOI request is an attempt to get in front of the curve by determining “market place interest”.
Those who choose to reply to the EOI will be asked to respond with their understanding of the requirements of the Manitoba cannabis industry, a detailed work plan to fulfil those requirements, proposed costs, commitment to corporate responsibility, economic benefits, method of age verification, status as, or relationship, to a company holding a Health Canada Cannabis Production License and details of any additional services they may provide.
“We are concerned about the federal government’s deadline but we will continue the work that needs to be done to implement the legalization of cannabis,” Stefanson added. “As we await further clarity from the federal government, this EOI will help us gather the information necessary to help protect the public health and safety of all Manitobans.”
Those interested in submitting an expression of interest can access the request via the public tendering process at www.merx.com
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