Nova Scotia and Mi'kmaw leaders clash over cannabis enforcement rights
Tensions have risen between Nova Scotia's government and Mi'kmaw leaders over cannabis enforcement. Attorney General Scott Armstrong has ordered police to crack down on illegal cannabis operations. Meanwhile, Membertou First Nation has passed a resolution defending its right to regulate sales on its own land.
The dispute centres on jurisdiction over cannabis and tobacco. Membertou First Nation's council recently approved a resolution declaring its authority to govern these sales. The document also states that provincial officials and the RCMP lack enforcement powers on their territory.
Chief Terry Paul has publicly opposed Armstrong's stance on cannabis regulation. The attorney general's push for stricter enforcement clashes with the First Nation's assertion of self-governance. Both sides remain firm in their positions, with no immediate signs of compromise.
The conflict highlights ongoing disagreements over Indigenous jurisdiction in Nova Scotia. Membertou's resolution reinforces its claim to regulate cannabis independently. For now, the provincial government and First Nation leaders continue to stand by their opposing views.
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