UPDATE:
Tommy Chong will not be able to attend the legalization party on Oct. 17 due to unforseen circumstances, however Darryl and Chrissy Borsato have rescheduled the legalization party so that Chong can attend to Friday, Oct. 19 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Original:
In Kelowna the legalization of marijuana will be ushered in by none other than Tommy Chong.
The comedian, actor, writer, director, musician and cannabis rights activist, born in Edmonton, pioneered stoner comedy 50 years ago along with his partner, Cheech Marin. Chong is best known for his roles in Up in Smoke, Cheech and Chongsa国际传媒檚 Next Movie and Nice Dreams.
Owner of Quick Grow and Diablo Nutrients, in Kelowna, Darryl Borsato along with Chrissy Borsato invited Chong to the valley.
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The hydroponics store provides a one-stop shop for every growing need since opening its doors in 2006. Since then it has quickly expanded to become one of the largest retail stores of its type in Canada with a 20,000-square-foot warehouse and a satellite store in Vernon.
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Borsato says their business will not be affected by legalization and they will now be treated in the same regard as an orchardist or farmer in terms of licensing.
The companysa国际传媒檚 legalization party will take place Oct. 19 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Quick Grow Kelowna store at 1945 Kirschner Road. The event will be open to anyone over the age of 19 who wishes to take part in the celebration. It will include music, food, giveaways and an appearance by Tommy Chong.
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