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The Alberta government says it finally “has the clarity it needs to move forward,” with cannabis set to be legalized in Canada on Oct. 17.

The start date was unveiled Wednesday by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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“The Alberta government is ready to manage legalized cannabis in a way that protects Albertans and promotes public health,” Alberta Justice Minister and Solicitor General Kathleen Ganley said in a news release.

“Over the past 15 months, our government has built a system for legalized cannabis focused on keeping cannabis out of the hands of children, keeping profits away from criminals and protecting Alberta’s roads, workplaces and public spaces.”

The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission will begin finalizing contracts, stocking cannabis and selling and delivering the product to retail outlets, she said.

The commission will also issue conditional licences to approved licensees, who can begin setting up their stores, but no products can be sold until Oct. 17.