Barbados has officially opened its first medicinal cannabis dispensary, marking a significant milestone in the development of the industry. Island Therapeutics Inc. received the send-off on Friday evening at a ceremony at its Worthing, Christ Church location, attended by a cross-section of society, including government ministers and members of the medical, academic and Rastafarian communities. Co-owner Kevin Hudson described the occasion as a proud moment for both his team and the country.
"Our cannabis is locally grown and dispensed right here from seed to retail with care and purpose at every stage. We built this space with patients in mind, a space where wellness meets professionalism and where each person who walks through our doors is met with respect, knowledge and compassion.
"We are no longer just consumers. Today, we are participants, contributors and pioneers in shaping something we can truly call our own."
Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority (BMCLA), Shanika Roberts-Odle, described the new facility as part of a carefully regulated environment and assured the public that it is operating to the appropriate standards.
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