Jody Wilson-Raybould says progressive policy will replace failed model that made criminals rich.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today that Canadians will be able to consume marijuana recreationally without criminal penalties starting on Oct. 17, 2018.

Trudeau revealed the date during question period in the House of Commons.

“We work in partnership with the provinces, and since we’ve passed these measures in Parliament we’ve been listening to the provinces who have been asking for more time to implement it,” Trudeau said in French.

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