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Written by Anthony Johnson on June 19, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

New York Makes a Big Move Towards Cannabis Legalization

Cannabis legalization in the U.S. states has primarily been led by voter initiatives as all of the states to legalize cannabis commerce...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 19, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Breaking: Canadian Senate Likely to Pass Legalization by Friday

The timing of the International Cannabis Business Conference, where top industry participants from around the globe converge upon...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 18, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canadian House Passes Legalization Again, Now Back to Senate

The cannabis legalization political football has been tossed back to the Canadian Senate as the House of Commons passed the Cannabis Act...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 15, 2018. Posted in Cultural, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

National Review Conservative Backs the STATES Act

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Theodore Kupfer, or any conservative, writing for the National Review supports cannabis...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 13, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canadian House Protects Cannabis Home Grows and Branding

When we cannabis legalization advocates were celebrating the Canadian Senate’s vote to end federal prohibition, we had some big...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 12, 2018. Posted in ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Medical, Politics.

GOP Senate Justice Department Bill Protects Medical Cannabis

Cannabis legalization supporters were understandably displeased when Donald Trump appointed Jeff Sessions as United States Attorney...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 11, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

U.S. Mayors Call for Descheduling, Form New Coalition

The United States Conference of Mayors, a nonpartisan organization representing cities with populations of 30,000 or more, has called for...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 8, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canada Set to Legalize Cannabis this Summer After Senate Vote

We knew that the Canadian Senate was set to vote on CA-45, the Cannabis Act, on June 7th, and while the measure was expected to pass,...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 7, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

STATES Act Would Move U.S. Cannabis Law Closer to Canada’s

Today is a great day for cannabis legalization supporters in the United States and around the world as the long-awaited, marijuana law...

Written by Anthony Johnson on June 4, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canadian Senate Set to Vote on Cannabis Legalization Thursday

I’ll never forget the joy of seeing Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party earn control of the Canadian government in 2015 as the...

Written by Anthony Johnson on May 24, 2018. Posted in Business, Politics.

End Cannabis Prohibition to Stop “Overproduction”

Oregon cannabis businesses producing more marijuana consumers purchase continues to make headlines and the so-called “oversupply...

Written by Anthony Johnson on May 14, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC San Francisco, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

U.S. Cannabis Industry Bolstered by Supreme Court’s Gambling Ruling

As a sports fan that likes to occasionally place a wager or two while I’m in Las Vegas, I was hoping that the United States Supreme...

Written by Anthony Johnson on May 10, 2018. Posted in Cultural, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canada Should Grant Amnesty for Cannabis Convictions

Legalizing cannabis will bring more jobs, revenue, and freedom to Canada. Article after article has been written, and will continue...

Written by Anthony Johnson on May 3, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Will Canada Delay Cannabis Legalization…Again?

Every state in the U.S. that has legalized cannabis has had its ups and downs, so we shouldn’t expect Canada to be any different as...

Written by Anthony Johnson on April 26, 2018. Posted in ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

British Columbia, Canada, to Start Unveiling Cannabis Legislation

The global cannabis community rejoiced when Canada’s Liberal Party, led by Justin Trudeau, won a landslide victory in 2015 with...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on April 25, 2018. Posted in Politics.

It’s About Dem Time – Legalization Gets One Step Closer

In truth, I don’t usually take pleasure from being able to say “I told you so.” But. I told you so. And it feels pretty...

Written by Anthony Johnson on April 24, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Cannabis Canada Council Formed to Represent the Regulated Canadian Industry

Everyone involved with a licensed and regulated cannabis industry quickly understands that ending prohibition was only a part of the...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on April 19, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Legal Cannabis is Coming to the United States…Soon

They say when it rains it pours. In tandem with crazy weather patterns affecting populations across the globe, the cannabis industry is...

Written by Anthony Johnson on April 16, 2018. Posted in Business, Cultural, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

After Another Successful Berlin Event, the ICBC Heads to Vancouver, Canada

The second annual International Cannabis Business Conference in Berlin showcased both how far Germany’s cannabis community has...

Written by ICBC Staff on April 11, 2018. Posted in Business, Cultural, ICBC Berlin, Politics, Science.

International Cannabis Business Conference Berlin Program Starts Today!

Today is the day!! The International Cannabis Business Conference – Berlin has begun! Last night’s VIP party with philosopher...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on April 9, 2018. Posted in ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Anti-Cannabis Conservatives Seek U.S. Help to Stop Legalization in Canada, the ICBC to Have the Latest

Three Canadian Conservative Party senators who are charged with assisting the transition to legal cannabis for adult-use in their country...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on April 5, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

How Long Will Canada Lead the International Cannabis Market?

In the past couple of years, the hot word in the cannabis industry has been Canada. With an established medical cannabis system and a...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 23, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Medical, Politics.

Canada’s Cannabis Legalization Saved; Medical Protected in the U.S. for Now

Yesterday we wrote to you about the long and ugly process of creating policy, and the indispensable role advocacy and activism play in...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 22, 2018. Posted in Business, Cultural, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Critical Vote Today in Canada’s Parliament Impacts Cannabis Legalization

One thing I hear a lot from newcomers to the cannabis world, is “legalization is inevitable.” It’s a phrase that makes...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 20, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, Medical, Politics.

Could Germany Become the World’s Largest Cannabis Market?

You may not know this, but Germany is kind of a big deal. In fact, with an impressive 82 million person population, Germany is the...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 13, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Portland, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Prohibition Problems at the US-Canada Border for Non-Cannabis Industries

While the US lags behind Canada and other countries moving toward more friendly federal cannabis policies, some are predicting a negative...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 9, 2018. Posted in Cultural, ICBC Berlin, Politics.

And the Winner is….CANNABIS! Estonians Fly Their Leaf Flag

The former Soviet State of Estonia has been reorganizing its governing structures lately. Amongst the administrative reforms, the three...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 23, 2018. Posted in ICBC Berlin, Politics.

German Politicians Debate Adult-Use Cannabis Laws

Members of Germany’s Bundestag, which is the name of German’s lower parliamentary house, held a debate earlier this week to...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 22, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Alberta Puts British Columbia on Notice in the Canadian Cannabis Marketplace

With support from their national parliament and the blessings of Prime Minister Trudeau, Canada is quickly emerging to be a global leader...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 20, 2018. Posted in ICBC Berlin, Politics.

Will France Legalize Cannabis Next?

Europe’s cannabis laws are changing – though many would argue they are not changing fast enough. However, improvements are...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 9, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC Vancouver, Politics.

Canada’s Cannabis Rollout Possibly Delayed, Perhaps the Cartels Can Help

Canadian legislators hemmed and hawed this week when their country’s Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor suggested that retail...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 8, 2018. Posted in ICBC Berlin, Politics.

Cannabis Patients’ Gun Rights Threatened in Germany

In the United States, North and South are generally divided between the ideologies of liberal and conservative. Occasionally this pattern...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 7, 2018. Posted in Cultural, ICBC Berlin, Politics.

German Police Association Wants Legal Cannabis

“In the history of mankind there has never been a society without the use of drugs; this is something that has to be...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 6, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC Berlin, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Thanks, San Francisco, for a Great ICBC! See You Soon, Berlin!

San Francisco deserves a huge shout-out for this bringing out the best of the best in cannabis last weekend! ICBC was THE place to be in...

Written by Anthony Johnson on February 1, 2018. Posted in ICBC San Francisco, Politics, Social.

San Francisco and San Diego to Expunge Cannabis Convictions, ICBC Will Cover the Latest Developments

Creating jobs and generating revenue garner most of the media headlines, but the most important aspect of legalizing cannabis is simply...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 31, 2018. Posted in Cultural, ICBC San Francisco, Politics, Social.

ICBC & Others Supporting Opportunities in Cannabis for People of Color in California

Issues of race remain at the top of civic priorities for parties espousing both progressive and regressive policies. Right now, the...

Written by ICBC Staff on January 26, 2018. Posted in Business, Entertainment, ICBC San Francisco, Politics, Social.

Attend the ICBC in San Francisco NEXT WEEK!

Next week, on February 1st, the Bay Area event of the year kicks off with International Cannabis Business Conference‘s VIP...

Written by Anthony Johnson on January 25, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Sessions Can’t Stop Cannabis Investment, Learn Latest at the ICBC in San Francisco

When Trump Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that he was going to allow federal prosecutors to enforce federal marijuana law, even...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 19, 2018. Posted in ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Pressure Increases on California Lawmakers to Fight the Feds for Cannabis

There’s no question that right now things are very heated in Washington, D.C., particularly for representatives from western states...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 11, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Compliance – and the Dangers of Not Doing It, In California (or Anywhere)

Compliance. Have you heard of it? It’s a thing. An important thing. As a political animal myself, I can enjoy some pretty boring...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 9, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Cannabis Sanctuary State? California Looking to Strike Back Against Sessions

Last week’s announcement by US Attorney General Jeff Sessions to rescind protections on state-legal cannabis programs sent a...

Written by Anthony Johnson on January 8, 2018. Posted in Politics.

Jeff Sessions Fallout: Dana Rohrabacher Interviewed

Attorney General Jeff Sessions, in an attempt to stifle the cannabis legalization movement by repealing the Obama Administration’s...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 5, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

California Officials Respond to Jeff Sessions

If you are in the cannabis industry, you probably heard the news yesterday which sent waves of fear and confusion throughout the country...

Written by Anthony Johnson on January 4, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Cannabis Commerce in California Means Regulatory Compliance

The early lines at newly-licensed California cannabis retail outlets are just a preview of the vast economic opportunities available in...

Written by Anthony Johnson on January 3, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Cannabis Czar Lori Ajax Interviewed Ahead of the ICBC in San Francisco

Unless you have been hiding under a rock, you know that California just legalized cannabis commerce this year. California’s...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on January 2, 2018. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Congratulations, California!

Yesterday ushered in a new era for cannabis with the world’s sixth-largest economy (California) coming online with legal, adult-use...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on December 29, 2017. Posted in Business, Cultural, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

California’s Countdown to Cannabis

It’s all happening…IT’S REALLY HAPPENING! This weekend marks the last Friday and Saturday (okay, Sunday, too you...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on December 28, 2017. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

California Cops and Cannabis Shenanigans, Big Changes Are Coming

Led by Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP), many people in law enforcement have rightfully cheered the changes in cannabis...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on December 26, 2017. Posted in Business, ICBC San Francisco, Politics.

Unions Battle for a Place at the Cannabis Table in California

The tension between employers and employees is an age-old problem, and the advantage of one group over the other seems to swing like a...

Written by Amber Iris Langston on December 21, 2017. Posted in Cultural, ICBC San Francisco, Medical, Politics.

Some Highlights (and Lowlights) of California’s Legalization Law

LA Magazine did a decent job this week of capturing a wide swath of categories related to upcoming changes in California’s laws to...