Articles By Clydeen McDonald
Saint Lucia Tackles Long-Promised Cannabis Reform
With revenue from a new industry in mind, the country aims to catch up with some Caribbean neighbors.
Belize: A Cannabis Legalization Bill Hits Some Headwinds
For different reasons, the religious community and the hemp industry both want to tap the brakes on cannabis reform.
Saint Lucia: After a National Election Favorable to Cannabis Reform, Activists Start the Countdown
Voters may have warmed to the economic case for a new legal industry.
Antigua Bets on a Public-Private Partnership for Cannabis Cultivation
The venture represents the first time a government in the Caribbean has entered the industry as an asset holder and investor.
Q&A: A Caribbean Leader Talks Cannabis, Banks, and Regional Cooperation
An interview with the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, who is also the incoming Chair of CARICOM, the organization that strives for economic cooperation among its fifteen Caribbean members.
After Long Delays, New Report is a Step Toward Regulated Cannabis in Trinidad and Tobago
Lawmakers have released a report on a bill to legalize and regulate cannabis for medical, research, and religious purposes, with an eye toward export.
Bermuda’s Cannabis Reform Push Dealt Blow After Losing Critical Vote
In a 6-5 vote, the Senate killed a bill that would have legalized cannabis for adult use. The Attorney General said that the government “will not be deterred” from pursuing reforms.
Jamaica Shuffles Cannabis Leadership Ahead of Export Regulations Announcement
Jamaica’s industry has drawn significant interest from international investors, due to the island's historical association with cannabis and low-cost production.
Bermuda Prepares To Lock Horns With United Kingdom Over Adult Use Cannabis
A bill to legalize cannabis for adult use is advancing in Bermuda, but the UK is likely to withhold support.
