IN MEMORIAM
In honour of our fellow CCC members and kindred spirits who dedicated so much to cannabis law reform. Thank you for all your efforts on our behalf.
CCC member 1999-2002
A true pioneer in the movement and one of Canada’s earliest activist. Ian was the first person to be convicted of selling cannabis seeds in Canada.
http://mapinc.org/people/ian+hunter
(photo:Cannabis Culture)
CCC member from 1999- 2003
Veteran activist who helped bring medicinal cannabis use to the forefront of the country. Lynn purposefully had herself charged with cannabis possession so she could challenge the law for medical users.
CCC member from May, 2005 – Feb. 2010
A great legal fighter who challenged the laws, authored a book, and never wavered in his convictions. As a laymen well acquainted with the law, Ed helped many people fight the cannabis laws in court
http://mapinc.org/people/edwin+pearson
CCC member from Aug 23, 2004 – October 20, 2010
Michelle dedicated herself to advancing cannabis politically, culturally and medicinally. She was a tireless crusader for patients rights and her hard work improved the lives of so many people. Her passion, strength and courage will never be forgotten.
Michael Patriquen
June 22, 2011
Michael was a member of the CCC, Leader of the Nova Scotia Marijuana Party, legal exemptee, and a prolific activist who fought for the right to cannabis medicine while in prison
John Cook
November 19, 1964- August 31, 2013
Co-founder of Maritimers United for Medical Marijuana (MUMM), and Director of Cannabis Buyers Club of Canada (Maritimes) and dedicated medical cannabis activist
Marc Paquette
Marc was a warrior who fought the government’s medical cannabis laws. He also ran MedPot.Net for many years.
Herb Couch
Herb was a long time CCC member and a very active advocate for cannabis policy reform. he was also active in Educators For A Sensible Drug polcy.
Dr. Lester Grinspoon
Dr. Lester Grinspoon: Dr. Grinspoon was a psychiatrist at Harvard University who authored twelve books, including “Marijuana Reconsidered” which proved to be very influential to the cannabis debate. He was an avid drug policy reformer who will always be remembered for his contributions to the cause.
Mac Elrod
Honourable Mention, a Friend of the CCC: J McRee Elrod
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