Provincial cannabis store to open this week in Vernon

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It will offer a range of products including edibles, extracts, topicals, dried cannabis flower, oils, capsules and pre-rolls.

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“While this is a challenging time for everyone in the context of COVID-19, we are committed to following through on our plan to roll out our network of stores and eliminate the illicit cannabis market,” said Kevin Satterfield, director of retail operations, cannabis operations, Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB). “BC Cannabis Stores is also looking forward to meeting our neighbours and customers, as we begin a long tenure in the community.”

A news release from the LDB says all BC Cannabis Stores are designed to be bright, clean, welcoming and professional, while creating a safe and favourable alternative to purchasing non-medical cannabis from the illicit market.

The 2,368 square foot store will be staffed by about 10 employees.

“Staff are committed to keeping cannabis out of the hands of youth, and will employ a strict two-ID check for people who look under 30, which ensures only those over the age of 19 enter the store,” the release added.

The store team will also be following the guidance of the provincial health officer with the goal of protecting the most vulnerable, employees, customers and other visitors to the store. Physical distancing measures will be enforced, and all common surfaces will be cleaned frequently. Protective shields have also been installed at each check out.