The first legal Vancouver pot shops opened 5 years ago. Some owners say business isn't booming

Hefty markups and competition are among the challenges plaguing shop owners five years into legalization. Municipalities have yet to see promised tax revenue, and businesses hope provincial and federal governments will ease regulations.

The first legal Vancouver pot shops opened 5 years ago. Some owners say business isn't booming
Cannabis products are pictured at Sunrise Cannabis store in Vancouver, British Columbia on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.

Hefty markups and competition are among the challenges plaguing shop owners five years into legalization. Municipalities have yet to see promised tax revenue, and businesses hope provincial and federal governments will ease regulations.