Several retail applicants who have targeted an October 17 opening date have mentioned this week that they are facing challenges getting enough
product from licensed producers to stock their stores. In these circumstances, it is possible that some retailers may be tempted to look for alternate
supply from illegal sources, including designated growers under the medical marijuana system. I want to take this opportunity to emphasize the
importance of purchasing cannabis only from authorized licensed producers. Because cannabis coming from illegal sources is not regulated for safety,
SLGA will immediately suspend the permit of any retailer that is found to have unauthorized product in the permitted premises. We also consider this
type of violation grounds for permanent cancellation of the permit. Although I appreciate the pressure to open stores as soon as possible, I urge you to
remain patient while any bumps in the supply chain are worked out in the coming weeks.

I also wanted to take this chance to clarify a couple of points for those who intend to begin operation on or shortly after October Where applicants
have met all requirements, SLGA intends to begin emailing permits on Monday and Tuesday next week, with an effective date no sooner than October
17. Please be aware that you need to have your permit in hand before you can begin selling online, and your permit will not be approved until the
physical storefront is ready to begin operating. Also, please note that the earliest you can begin selling either in your physical storefront or online is at
8:00 am on the day your permit takes effect.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at Like you, we are working as hard as we can in the days
leading up to legalization, but we?ll try to get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience!

 

Joanne Gasper
Saskatchewan Liquor Gaming Authority
Director, Cannabis Licensing and Inspections Branch