Access watch: five signals to track in June

Consumer Access Watch is tracking the public record, not asking readers to accept a conclusion before the evidence is published. June is a useful month to watch whether Alberta separates the numbers that matter.

Five June signals

  1. A public inspection count that distinguishes retail, online, and parcel-post enforcement.
  2. A regional legal-access measure.
  3. A repeat-offender measure.
  4. A tax leakage or illegal supply indicator.
  5. A three-year review commitment with plain-language public reporting.

What would be a weak signal

A weak signal would be a broad statement that enforcement exists without showing where, how often, and with what outcome. Public confidence needs a record that can be checked.

What would be a strong signal

A strong signal would be a short dashboard showing that Alberta can protect youth, preserve lawful access, and confront illegal sellers at the same time.

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