Maritimers will no longer have to worry about repercussions when lighting up.
Many businesses, like Mary Janes in Sydney are also riding a high and cashing in on a history making decision.
“Yesterday, we had a pretty busy day,” said store clerk Sherri Mombourquette.“There was a lot of people coming in, a lot of questions being asked, and we sold a lot of vaporizer's and pipes.”
As legalized marijuana was rolled out Wednesday, businesses that sell pot related products, like Mary Janes in Sydney, feel there will be a boost in business, but it may take a while to see the spinoffs.
“I did have a couple of people coming in; most were looking for something cheap to start out with,” said Mombourquette. “They said they’ve never done it before and bought themselves a little pipe to get started. Once they figure everything out, they'll be back.”
So, what was once illegal now has the potential for significant business.
With files from CTV Atlantic’s Kyle Moore.