"As for municipalities, before we start setting up distribution centers in Peel Region, I would demand funding for community safety. Police Associations have expressed concern they don’t have the resources to afford the equipment and training required to handle drug impaired driving. This needs to be done ASAP."

John Sprovieri:

"My personal view is:

— People who want it, will just travel outside of Brampton to obtain it, so let's just provide it here.

— Having cannabis sold in public venues allows the products to be checked and safely distributed.

— It avoids contaminated batches and risks to the public.

— It will reduce amount of criminal activity by being sold illegally or on the black market.

— Benefits the police who will be able to deal with other criminal problems in the city.

— Legal cannabis stores means revenue for the city to help development and growth in the city.

— If elected mayor, I will consult with the public and listen to their positive or negative concerns and take action accordingly."

Vinod Kumar Mahesan:

"While personally I am not supportive of legalization of cannabis other than for medical purposes, the enforcement costs far outweigh the risks arising from controlled recreational use which are: potential increase in public healthcare costs, increased safety risks on the road and increased exposure risks to children and young adults.

"This leads into a conundrum of sorts in terms of how to effectively manage the risks and to ensure that as a municipality we can regulate the access to only the needy."

Mansoor Ameersulthan:

"I am definitely not supporting on legalizing recreational marijuana. The current law for the usage of marijuana is more than enough."

Wesley Jackson:

"I am generally predisposed to opting in, pending a review of the evidence of neighbourhood impacts. Vancouver has many storefront retail operations that blend seamlessly into their downtown streetscapes. Frankly, I am mildly surprised that any municipality would be opting out of this new revenue stream, given the (general) pressures on property tax levels and infrastructure needs. I believe the onus would be on staff and council to craft appropriate by-laws to ensure a smooth implementation of the Supreme Court's decision on the constitutionality of our prior cannabis control laws, and I believe my legal background will be invaluable in that process."

Baljit Gosal:

"I would rather not have pot shops in Brampton. I think they bring unwanted activity to the area. That’s one of the big reasons. The province is trying to privatize it now … I’m concerned with government or privately run (stores). We have to sit down, and I'd rather discuss it with the province and the council. (I’d like to) consult with parents and see if we have to do it, if they are in an industrial area and not any of the residential areas."