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The registration window for Cannabis Social Equity retail licenses is now open! The window is open for 30 days. Registration does not guarantee a license. If you’re interested in applying, here are the key details:
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Opening Date: June 2, 2025
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Closing Date: July 1, 2025
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Registration Portal: The first step in the process is to register via LCB’s online portal. Review a user guide for steps on registering in the portal here.
Please Note:
The process for the Social Equity Program has changed. You do not need to apply with Business Licensing Services (BLS). You also do not need to create a SAW or LCB Portal account to register.
Be sure to review the Social Equity qualifications before registering to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements, which can be found in WAC 314.55.570. You can also view these requirements in our educational videos found here.
Helpful Resources
The LCB website has a variety of resources to help interested parties learn about the registration and application process.
How can I stay up to date?
For the most recent updates on the Cannabis Social Equity Program, please visit the LCB website and check out these additional resources below:
The Social Equity team posts regularly on the blog with information on rules, new program updates, and other topics relevant to Social Equity. Sign up for Medium to receive notifications when we make new blog posts!
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Our Board meets monthly to discuss current LCB rules, topics, and to hear input from the public. The Board meeting schedule is available on the LCB website here.
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