Legalization right choice

Today, we present a series of letters from students at Kelowna Christian School

Despite some controversy, marijuana was legalized in Canada on Oct. 17. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced in June that it would be legalized.

Various groups voiced their opinions on how young people will be affected and negative effects on future generations. But even so, legalizing marijuana is the right choice for Canada.

One of the most evident reasons is that legalizing cannabis will save the government money. Even though at times it seems that all the authorities care about is the cost, how do you want your tax dollars spent? Do you want them spent on chasing drug users, or would you like them to spend your hard earned money on infrastructure or education improvements? 

Sellers of the drug will now have to uphold strict health guidelines. Previously, black market marijuana was being laced with fentanyl and other deadly drugs. This is highly dangerous because drugs like fentanyl have a 54 per cent chance of killing a person. But now, marijuana will be safer.

Although there are many cons to approving the use of cannabis, Trudeau made the right decision on legalizing this drug. 

Ashley M., Grade 8