Cannabis stores coming to Surrey, council unanimously approves framework – BC [Video]

Six years after the legalization of cannabis in Canada, Surrey, B.C., has opened the door to retail stores in the city.

In a unanimous vote on Monday night, Surrey’s mayor and city councillors approved a policy framework that will allow up to 12 retailers to open up shop.

The framework said two stores are allowed in each of Surrey’s six neighbourhoods.

Stores must be at least 200 metres away from schools, community centres and existing cannabis stores.

Surrey’s board of trade is applauding the first steps taken but said more support is needed in the framework.

“We are pleased to see the progress towards creating cannabis retail options in Surrey,” said Anita Huberman, the Surrey Board of Trade’s CEO and president.

“We have an interest in the development and success of our local business community. However, upon reviewing the proposed framework, we couldn’t help but notice the absence of additional points or considerations specifically …