Some immigrants want Canada to legalize khat
CBC News, Canada - June 11, 2007
A mild stimulant popular at social gatherings in Africa and the Arabian peninsula should be made legal in Canada, say members of some immigrant communities in Ottawa.
The herb is a controlled substance in Canada, but increasing quantities are being smuggled in from countries such as Britain, where it is not prohibited.
Abdikadir Guled hosts an Ottawa radio show called Voice of Somalia where he said the topic of khat comes up often.
Guled, who immigrated from Somalia 18 years ago, has heard from many people who want the herb legalized in Canada and who are upset about the stigma against it in this country ...