Photo: CTV News The province of British Columbia wants to hear your opinion on whether public cannabis consumption areas should be allowed. British Colombians are invited to share their thoughts on non-medical cannabis consumption sites and, if so, how they should be regulated. The online public engagement on cannabis consumption sites will run from April 6 to May 8, 2022. “Cannabis consumption area” is a term for a business or special event that provides cannabis for on-site sale and use in venues that could include cafes, lounges, concerts or festivals, with tickets or even a spa. “We have heard from cannabis companies that consumer spaces could enable the sector to become more economically viable and better meet the interests of cannabis users,” said Mike Farnworth, Secretary of Public Safety and Attorney General. . “At the same time, there are other public health and safety concerns that need to be carefully weighed. We want to hear the views of all British Colombians to help shape how BC’s cannabis sector continues to evolve. “ The county is considering allowing drinking areas, but they need to align with current provincial public health and safety goals. For example, indoor smoking and steaming will continue to be banned. The county will publish a summary of the results later this year, “the comments will inform the British Columbia county’s decisions on whether to allow drinking spaces and, if so, how to do so,” a press release said. from the Ministry of Public Administration. Security and Attorney General. Non-medical cannabis was legalized in BC in October 2018. Do you have an opinion? Send it to [email protected] April 5, 2022 – 9602 votes Do you think cryptocurrencies are a viable financial tool for the Canadian economy? Yes: 1886 No: 6530 Uncertain: 1186 April 4, 2022 – 9115 votes Should Canada increase its military spending? Yes: 6582 No: 2064 Uncertain: 469 April 2, 2022 – 13151 votes Should the latest BC carbon tax increase be overturned in the light of high inflation? Yes: 11167 No: 1777 Uncertain: 207 March 31, 2022 – 8861 votesWould you travel more outside of Canada by lifting the COVID-19 test requirement? Yes: 4870 No: 3521 Uncertain: 470 March 30, 2022 – 8346 votes Would you feel safe traveling by self-propelled vehicle? Yes: 1240 No: 6493 Uncertain: 613