Politicians, activists differ on where to deal legalized pot

From liquor stores to home delivery, a look at the most-discussed marijuana distribution models

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has promised to legalize marijuana, but the question remains — where will it be sold and distributed if and when that happens?

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne is the latest to suggest that provincial liquor outlets be the ones to sell the drug, echoing similar advice from Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger and a prominent B.C. union that represents workers in government-owned stores.

That suggestion has drawn criticism — notably from interim Conservative Leader Rona Ambrose, who said the model would not guarantee it would keep marijuana out of the hands of children.

There are many different distribution models governments could implement — making marijuana available solely through one model or a variety of different ways — and Ottawa says it is determined to work with the provinces and territories to sort these out.

Here's a look at the most-discussed models, along with some of...

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