Toronto Law Firm For Cannabis And Other Highly-Regulated Industries

1. +1 647-371-0032 harrison@substancelaw.com 197 Spadina Ave, Unit 402, Toronto, ON M5T 2C8 About Practice Areas Cannabis Our Blog Reviews Contact Call Now 1-647-371-0032 Call Now 1-647-371-0032 We Serve Clients In Many Industries, Including: Cannabis • Psychedelics • Vaping • Liquor • Tobacco • Excise Duty • Food & Drugs • Natural Health Products (NHPs) • Money Services Businesses (MSBs), AML & FINTRAC • Crypto • NFTs  Toronto Law Firm For Cannabis And Other Highly-Regulated Industries. Helping Canadian Businesses Get Licences, Stay Onside And Resolve Their Legal Challenges. E-Mail Us Speak To A Lawyer Now Speak To A Lawyer Now Call Now • (647) 371-0032       A Disciplined Focus in Law We Get Licences & Registrations For Clients Serving Hundreds of Clients Our practice focuses on regulated Hundreds have walked through our substances and regulated industries, and doors seeking legal advice, regulatory One of our proudest accomplishments is we stay abreast of developments in the compliance assistance or help obtaining helping business owners obtain licences law to provide reliable advice. We also licences. from governments and regulatory assist clients in other industries. bodies. SERVICES INCLUDE:   Cannabis Act Matters Ontario AGCO Budtender Training   Open & Start a Dispensary in Toronto, G.T.A., or Ontario Pre-Authorization Inspection Compliance Audits   Applications to obtain Retail Operator License (ROL) & Retail Consultations for Individuals, Dispensaries, Accessories Brands Store Authorization & Small Businesses   (RSA) with the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario Incorporations for Businesses  (AGCO) Drafting & Reviewing Agreements such as Employment  Health Canada Labelling and Packaging Compliance Agreements  Health Canada Regulatory Consulting NOTE: May include referrals to vetted third party law firms, consultants, and other parties. Please note we also retain the services of lawyers experienced in different areas on a contract basis. About Our Team About our law practice Harrison Jordan is the Founder and Managing Lawyer at Substance Law, a law firm with a focus on Canadian legal matters related to regulated substances and regulated industries - including but not limited to marijuana, psychedelics, liquor, tobacco, vaping, natural health products, and food and drugs law. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School where he enrolled in a broad range of public and private law courses. Harrison worked under prominent Canadian industry lawyers Alan Young and Paul Lewin. After completing his articles at Lewin & Sagara LLP, Harrison opened his practice, where he advises individuals and businesses of all sizes with respect to applicable laws, to stay onside and resolve their legal challenges. Upon graduating from law school, Harrison Jordan acted as a freelance writer for the industry, sharing insights through news articles for some of the country’s most prominent industry news outlets, including Leafly, Civilized, and Lift News. Harrison also practices law related to blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFTs, anti- money laundering (AML), money services businesses (MSBs) and FINTRAC compliance. Harrison Jordan BA, JD Our Services The law firm on the cutting edge. We have a strong focus on regulated industries, and can't wait to help you. We understand the nuance of the laws and can help guide you through: • All Health Canada Matters including warning letters • Cannabis, including: Cannabis Act • Access to Cannabis For Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) and other regulations • Ontario Cannabis Retail Store Licences • Municipal Zoning By-law Compliance • Apply for Toronto or Ontario Dispensary Licence Application • Psychedelics, including Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Narcotic Control Regulations • Food and Drugs, including the Food and Drugs Act and Food and Drug Regulations • Vaping and Tobacco, including the Smoke Free Ontario Act and  Tobacco and Vaping Products Act • Excise Act • Food and Drug Regulations • Crypto, NFTs, and Money Service Businesses (MSBs) Hire A Cannabis Lawyer & Consultant In Toronto If you are involved in the cannabis industry in Toronto, it is crucial to have a knowledgeable and skilled cannabis lawyer on your side. Cannabis laws are complex and ever-evolving, making it essential to have legal guidance to navigate through the intricacies of the industry. With the increasing demand for legal advice and representation in the cannabis sector, hiring a Cannabis Lawyer in Toronto is vital. Feel free to reach out to us for any cannabis law services. Have You Any Questions? We are always here to help you Talk To A Lawyer Now Our Latest Blogs Starting a Cannabis Retail 2024 Canadian Cannabis Cannabis Business Store in Canada: What You Industry Trends Compliance in Canada: How Need to Know To Stay Ahead As the Canadian cannabis industry enters its sixth year of legalization, 2024 brings forth a new wave of trends that are shaping the market’s future. Licensing and Compliance: The Foundation of Your Cannabis Retail Business Understanding the Application Process for a Cannabis Retail License The journey to opening a cannabis Navigating the Regulatory Framework for Cannabis in Canada Understanding the Cannabis Act and Its Implications The Cannabis Act and its accompanying regulations form the cornerstone READ MORE » READ MORE » READ MORE » March 18, 2024 • No Comments March 18, 2024 • No Comments March 18, 2024 • No Comments What is FINTRAC? What is Pharmacovigilance? How to Start Your Own Legal Cannabis Brand in Canada FINTRAC’s Mandate under the PCMLTFA The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) operates under a robust legal framework established by the Proceeds Understanding Pharmacovigilance: Scope and Significance Definition and Objectives of Pharmacovigilance Pharmacovigilance is the vigilant monitoring of the safety of medicinal products, encompassing activities from detection Establishing a Legal Cannabis Brand in Canada Understanding the Regulatory Landscape When embarking on the journey to establish a legal cannabis brand in Canada, a READ MORE » READ MORE » READ MORE » March 12, 2024 • No Comments March 9, 2024 • No Comments March 9, 2024 • No Comments Load More ⭐ Read Some Of Our 100+ Five Star Reviews ⭐ Derek Mascarenhas Garrett LaBorde The 4ssst Harrison Jordan is a pleasure to work with! He will certainly give you good and focused information and is timely in achieving the work at hand. Harrison's particular strengths are helping his clients with Prescribed Vape Persons applications, Cannabis licensing as well as regulatory material for Controlled Drug and Substances Act opportunities, particularly for Psychedelics startups. He is also patient and thoughtful, all around I'm happy to be working with him ongoing As fellow attorneys and members a professional development group (My Legal Academy) not only is Harrison easy to work with and always willing answers questions and work for shared solutions, Mr. Jordan seems to leverage his tremendous assets in his practice including: attention to detail, a very strong work ethic, an exemplary ability to communicate with colleagues/clients and extensive experience and knowledge within his legal specialty! Harrison is always professional and informative. Thank you for your help! I would definitely recommend his services. Apr 18, 2023 S Z Harrison was professional, informative, and helpful in providing me the answers I was looking for regarding CBD topicals and Canada cannabis law. Apr 19, 2023 Apr 20, 2023 Apr 15, 2023 Lauren Woods Sandy Sadsad Brian Kierans Had a couple questions about a privately hosted event with alcohol, very quick reply and answered everything in a way I could easily understand and decide my next steps. Great service!!! We worked with Harrison to get our stores compliant before it was authorized to open with approval form the AGCO. Harrison has deep knowledge about what AGCO would be looking for and he helped us through the entire process. Harrison understands the cannabis space well and his wealth of how the Cannabis Act impacts how the industry is governed and who all the stakeholders are is very useful. Having Harrison on the our legal team has provided us with deep expertise and with his help we feel confident that we can deal with any issue that might come our way. Thanks Harrison for your service and dedication. Harrison Jordan is a wealth of knowledge. He expertly worked with me identify a solution for access to medical cannabis issues. Apr 18, 2023 Apr 7, 2023 Michael Bryden MIMI AE I recently had the pleasure of working with Harrison Jordan Law, and I have to say that I was thoroughly impressed with the level of service I received. Harrison is amazing at what he does and clearly has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in his field. He was able to provide me with clear and concise advice and guidance, and I felt confident in his abilities from start to finish. Not only was Harrison incredibly skilled, but he was also well priced, offering excellent value for the quality of service he provided. I appreciated that he was transparent about his fees and didn't try to upsell me on services that I didn't need. Overall, I would highly recommend using Harrison Jordan Law for anyone in need of legal services. His professionalism, expertise, and reasonable pricing make him a standout choice in his field. If you're looking for a skilled and trustworthy attorney, look no further than Harrison Jordan Law Harrison is a competent lawyer that fights for his clients. He is very responsive and always available. Because of his efforts the condo board withdraw our case. I strongly recommend him Apr 15, 2023 Mar 21, 2023 Juan Jose Amell, Esq. Jazz Samra I found Harrison Jordan to extremely knowledgeable and helpful in the area of substance law. I definitely recommend him to colleagues and entrepreneurs who may be need legal assistance in this area of law. I highly recommend Harrison. He's very knowledgeable about cannabis law. I've had great experiences dealing with him. Nov 21, 2022 Apr 14, 2023 Leonard Tam Geerish Gukhool I have worked with Harrison and he has always been dedicated to his clients. A competent lawyer that is well versed in his field. Harrison was extremely helpful and attended to our request promptly and is very knowledgeable when it comes to this industry. I would definitely recommend him based on my experience and thank you again Harrison! All the best. Apr 14, 2023 Aug 8, 2022 Garden City Cannabis Co. Harrison provided great insight into the industry and helped us get our business off the ground. He helped us organize and prepare our application and continues to help us whenever we reach out with questions. He always replies promptly and is very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend Harrison! Apr 7, 2023 Al Afrouz We used Harrison's services in the past, he is very knowledgeable in his field of expertise and highly recommended. Apr 7, 2023 Mar 20, 2023 pragnesh saija Ladan B Incredibly honest and due diligence work specially Harrison. Always punctual and never miss or delay any promises made . Very intelligent and sharp eyed lawyer who knows every rules and regulations of cannabis and his recommendations are always genuine and generous. I highly highly recommend his services! Harrison is very knowledgeable and very helpful. He is friendly and gives you quick response. He is one of the best lawyer you can find. I definitely recommend him. Aug 8, 2022 Mar 20, 2023 Claudio Bouroncle Alvarez Rose Gold Excellent service, helpful and polite. Thanks! Feb 8, 2022 Jordan Harrison is an amazing lawyer to say the least. Getting ahold of him is never an issue, he is very quick to get back to you if he doesn’t answer your call right away. He is very helpful and quick when it comes to addressing any issues and he is always available for advice. Jordan has been a huge asset to my business and if it wasn’t for his continued support I am not sure where I would be right now. Keep up the astonishing work Jordan :) thank you for the amazing service Aug 8, 2022 Raymond Kerim Thank you Harrison, for going over and above! In resolving my legal/accessibility issues ? Jul 25, 2022 Load more Contact Us What area of law are you looking for assistance in? * Cannabis Psychedelics Vaping Liquor Tobacco Natural Health Products (NHPs) Food and Drugs Money Service Business NFTs Crypto Other NEXT Please do not send in any confidential information. A lawyer-client relationship is not established unless otherwise confirmed. Pan-Canada Assistance All Regions Welcome Book 30-Min Consultation Through inter-jurisdictional mobility In Ontario? I can help you no matter Book 60-Min Consultation agreements, I can assist even if your which municipality you are in. 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