As cannabis talk is growing across Canada, CREA is jumping in on the conversation and hoping to put a halt on home growing.

The association has proposed a change to the federal government’s cannabis bill to address the hazards of home growing for recreational users.

Under the Cannabis Act, or Bill C-45, Canadians will be able to legally grow up to four cannabis plants at a time in their homes. But CREA has told the government that there are several potential hazards created by grow-ops.

At that level of production, four plants have the potential to damage property and affect home prices, along with many other issues that could arise.

CREA is asking Senators to include an amendment to the Bill that would put home growing on hold for one to two-years until provinces can enact new regulations. The association is also suggesting that the Federal government provide guidelines for those regulations and a framework for remediation standards –  for example, guidelines regarding proper ventilation and moisture management when growing indoors.

What are your thoughts on home cultivation? How will this Bill affect your day-to-day job? Let us know in the comments below.

If you have questions about Bill C-45, contact CREA’s member support team at support@crea.ca.