CBC News recently reported Health Canada has been inundated with applications for licences to grow medical marijuana. The news source says there is an average of 25 new requests per week. When the new MMPR rules came into play in April, the marijuana industry was transformed into a competitive, commercial business. The free market will set prices and there is no limit on the number of legal indoor marijuana farms that can be sanctioned, as long as they can abide by the regulations.
The article notes only 20 applicants have been issued licences so far. A representative of Health Canada, Sara Lauer, explains that the process is rigorous. “Before a licence is issued…producers must demonstrate how they meet extensive personnel security checks, physical security requirements, record-keeping equipment, and quality control requirement,” said Lauer.
CBC News says the market has the potential to be enormous. According to estimates by Health Canada, medical marijuana sales could potentially reach $1.3 billion annually by 2024. Applicants are frustrated with the slow moving process and are often confused by the regulations. In need of clarity? Alpha Integrated has compiled a comprehensive explanation of security requirements for medical marijuana producers.
Those looking to take part in the BC medical marijuana business must meet stringent criteria, including physical security measures that will be reviewed during Health Canada site visits. Monitoring and detection devices, such as video monitoring systems and intrusion and fire alarms, as well as access control systems, must be top-notch.
The Canadian government recommends applicants for medical marijuana producer licences seek professional advice from a security expert, such as Alpha Integrated in Surrey. Alpha Integrated offers high tech security solutions and we can aid you in designing and constructing a site prior to submitting your security proposal. This will increase your chances of successfully obtaining a licence to produce medical marijuana in Canada. Contact us today for a free consultation.
