With the federal government conducting a legislative review of the Cannabis Act, it is encouraging Canada’s Indigenous population to send in their feedback.

The independent Expert Panel for the review will provide advice to Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos and Mental Health and Addictions Minister Carolyn Bennett on progress made towards meeting the Act’s objectives. Health Canada adds the review would help identify potential areas for improving the legislation.

Those interested in participating are asked to read the Summary from Engagement with First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples document. They can then submit feedback either through an online questionnaire or by email at Indigenousfeedbacklegreview-retroactionautochtonesexamenleg@hc-sc.gc.ca.

Feedback must be submitted by Jan. 15.

Visit Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak's website or the Cannabis Act legislative review webpage for more information.