HALIFAX—Police in Nova Scotia raided a cannabis store in Sackville – on what was 4-20 – with two people from Halifax now facing charges.

The RCMP say following an investigation that lasted several months - and with a search warrant in hand – they went into a store at 1053 Sackville Dr. in Middle Sackville Saturday morning and found various cannabis-related items.

According to a police release issued Sunday, a large quantity of cannabis and cannabis oils was seized by officers. They also say they found edible forms of cannabis, including cookies, rice crisps, hot chocolate, gummies and peanut butter balls.

According to police, a man and woman from Halifax have been charged under the Nova Scotia Cannabis Control Act for operation of an illegal cannabis storefront.

“Under the Act, it is illegal to sell cannabis, operate an establishment that sells cannabis or purchase cannabis other than from an authorized cannabis seller,” a statement from police read. “The fine for these offences ranges from $10,000 to $25,000. In addition, property owners who lease property to those operating illegal storefronts risk facing the same fines for assisting in the offences.”

According to police, the building’s owner was given notice to end the lease agreement with the operators.

The man and woman facing charges are due in court on June 21.

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