Pubdate: Fri, 02 Dec 2016 Source: Telegram, The (CN NF) Copyright: 2016 The Telegram Contact: http://www.thetelegram.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/303 Page: A2 CANNABIS CANDIES NOT FOR CHILDREN: POLICE Police forces are warning parents after a raid Tuesday night at the Canna Leaf marijuana dispensary in downtown St. John's that the cannabis candies and cookies seized are similar to what can be purchased in regular stores in the province, but can be harmful to children. "They are infused with (THC) tetrahydrocannabinol, which is the psychoactive constituent of cannabis," the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU - NL) stated in a news release. Members of the CFSEU-NL executed a search warrant at Canna leaf Medical Dispensary around 10 p.m. Tuesday, which the release describes as "an illegal marijuana dispensary in downtown St. John's." A large amount of cannabis products, including marijuana and shatter, was seized. Also seized were edibles infused with tetrahydrocannabinol, commonly referred to as THC, such as brownies, cookies, gummy bears, sour keys, lollipops, medicated bath fizz and oils, as well as a vehicle and a large quantity of cash. Four people were arrested and charges are pending under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. The CFSEU-NL points out in its news release the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act prohibits possession, trafficking, import and export, and production of controlled substances, including marijuana, unless authorized by regulations, and neither the Marijuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (MMPR) or any other Health Canada regulations authorize licensed producers to provide marijuana for medical purposes through a storefront. "Health Canada lists all licensed producers on its website. Health Canada does not authorize the operation of retail storefronts, such as 'compassion clubs' or 'dispensaries.' They are illegal," the news release adds. - --- MAP posted-by: Matt