The Cannabis Retail Review Task Force is established to review and provide recommendations regarding the experience of the Town since permitting retail cannabis stores within the Town of Aurora.
Duties and Functions
• Identify issues that have arisen related to public safety, land use, business clustering, signage, community perception, and economic development
• Explore best practices from other municipalities regarding cannabis retail management and community engagement
• Provide recommendations on potential actions or advocacy initiatives to address identified challenges and support balanced community outcomes
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Board Information
Ashmeed Khan, Bylaw Enforcement/Licensing Officer
Andrew Poray, Manager, Economic Development
| Name | Position | Term Start | Term End | Status | Appointed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alber, Nikki | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Bamford, Megan | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Collins, Judy | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Gallo, Councillor John | Member of Council | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Lind, Lenard | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Newton, William | Representative Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | York Regional Police |
| Schaffer, Laura | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Smith, Ian | Citizen Member | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |
| Weese, Councillor Ron | Member of Council | 02 Feb 2026 | 20 Aug 2026 | Active | Council |