Meanwhile in what seems like an alternate universe...

The City of Richmond has stated it will ban any marijuana dispensaries in the City, regardless of Federal law. 

“We want to keep a safe community" states councillor McNulty.

“If we allow an illegal activity to carry on in this city, how do you deal with any other illegal activity?” says Mayor Brodie.

Meanwhile illegal "happy ending" massage parlours are plentiful. Meanwhile illegal hotels are built, openly advertise, and operate on Richmond farmland.  Meanwhile birth tourism hotels operating illegally out of residential homes make Richmond the top destination in Canada for those wanting their child to be granted citizenship at birth.