Alberta expects to license 250 cannabis stores in first year

The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission says it expects to issue 250 licences to cannabis stores across the province in the first year of legalization, but anyone wanting to sell cannabis products will have to undergo mandatory background checks and training.

Justice Minister Kathleen Ganley revealed details at a press conference in Calgary. The province says public safety is the primary focus of Alberta's legal cannabis regulations.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/cannabis-retail-regulations-alberta-1.4538542