Shellbrook looks for more time on cannabis
The Town of Shellbrook wants more time to decide whether to allow Cannabis sales in the community.
Shellbrook Mayor George Tomporowski told paNOW the local council needs more information, and more time, before deciding whether cannabis should be approved for sale in town. Tomporowski said there are concerns about where to locate a possible retail outlet, and whether it is appropriate for the community at all. He said council would like to hear from local residents before going ahead.
“We’re not saying ‘no,’ but we’re not saying ‘yes’ either,” Tomporowski said. “The other thing we want to do too is get some feedback from our own citizens. It hasn’t ever really been talked about in the community, so we need to do that.”
The Town of Shellbrook is eligible for one retail outlet in the community, and the province is currently accepting applications from interested retailers across Saskatchewan. About 60 new permits are available, spanning 40 municipalities and First Nations across the province. The deadline to apply for a Cannabis retail permit is April 10.