The Cannabis Act: Understanding its Impact on Criminal Law

Faculty

The decriminalization of certain cannabis-related offences will bring about momentous change to the Canadian legal landscape. Whether you’re a Crown or a defence counsel, it’s imperative that you fully understand the upcoming legislative changes and their practical consequences.

The new legislation will create a regulatory regime, redefine certain offences, establish new limitations and penalties. It will not however completely legalize cannabis. There will still be many restrictions on its use, distribution and production.

In 75 minutes, this OsgoodePD webinar will provide with you all the pertinent information you need about the Cannabis Act and its immediate effects on criminal law. Our expert faculty – including an experienced criminal defence lawyer and a federal prosecutor, will discuss the key components of the new legislation, including:

• Overview of the major substantive changes to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code
• Understanding the new and revised criminal offences and penalties under the Cannabis Act
• Young offenders and the Cannabis Act: intended and unintended consequences
• Drug impaired driving: a new regime
• The interplay between provincial offences and the Cannabis Act

PLUS! You will have ample opportunity to ask questions, and all registrants will receive 90-day access to the program archive. Register now!

Faculty

• Paul Calarco, Barrister & Solicitor
• Diana Lumba, Legal Counsel, Public Prosecution Service of Canada

Group Discounts

Please note that the group discount is only available when paying for members of the same organization, at the same time, and payment is made with one invoice.

Webcast Fee per Delegate

2-3 delegates: 25% off program fee
4-10 delegates: 30% off program fee
11+ delegates: 35% off program fee

Program Changes

We will make every effort to present the program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the dates, location, speakers or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, York University and Osgoode Hall Law School’s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees.

Substitutions, Cancellations and Refunds

Substitution of registrants is permitted at any time. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 2 days prior to the program date. If a cancellation request is made with less than 2 days notice, a $50 administration fee will apply. No other refund is available.

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Program Details

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