Manitoba Proposes Mandatory Staffing Levels at Cannabis Retailers to Enhance Worker Safety

Manitoba, Canada is considering amendments to its Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act that would mandate minimum staffing levels during high-risk hours at cannabis dispensaries and permit the removal of window coverings. The proposed regulatory changes were prompted by a May incident in Winnipeg where a dispensary employee was sexually assaulted during a robbery. These safety measures aim to protect retail workers in the legal cannabis market while improving store visibility and security protocols. The initiative reflects growing attention to workplace safety standards in the regulated cannabis industry across North America.