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International Narcotics Control Board expresses deep concern about the legalization of cannabis for non-medical use in Canada

VIENNA, 21 June (UN Information Service) – The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) notes with great concern the adoption by the Parliament of Canada of legislation aimed at legalizing and regulating the use of cannabis for non-medical purposes. Through their ratification of the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, as amended by the 1972 Protocol, …