Cannabis caught in interprovincial barriers
If necessity is truly the mother of invention, President Trump’s ongoing melee over tariffs on Canadian goods is surely a doorway to innovation.
The double-standard in cannabis advertising
The Canadian cannabis industry has matured, normalizing use and fostering innovation, but restrictive advertising, marketing, and packaging rules remain an obstacle compared to the alcohol…
Navigating social media for cannabis
If you’ve been tasked with marketing a legal cannabis company or product online, chances are you’ve brushed up against, or even slammed into, various policies…
Is the future of vapes disposable?
For years, 510 thread cartridges and similar refillable systems have dominated the landscape, but as technology evolves and consumer preferences change, disposable vapes could be…
How the Canada Post strike is affecting medical cannabis access
As the Canada Post strike nears its 4-week mark, it has created a ripple effect across the country, disrupting the delivery of countless essential goods…
Pump up the volume – the influence of corporate cannabis in Alberta
Being a smaller player in Canadian cannabis is not for the faint of heart. Alongside the same laundry list of regulations that every other company…
Ontario cannabis retailers frustrated by increasing number of unlicensed stores
As Canada marks six years of cannabis legalization, the legal industry faces stiff competition from illicit operators, impacting both cultivators and retailers. Regulatory challenges, taxes,…
A conversation with Suzanne Bergeron, President and CEO, SQDC
Quebec’s strict cannabis regulations haven’t hindered its market growth. As legalization’s sixth anniversary nears, we explore what the future holds for French Canada’s evolving landscape.
Why is it so hard to shut down illicit online cannabis sales?
Despite almost six years of legal, regulated cannabis in Canada, illicit online retailers continue to prosper, seemingly with minimal interference from federal authorities.
Is the CCAA process being taken advantage of?
The Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act is federal assistance that allows financially troubled companies to restructure their affairs with creditors and avoid bankruptcy. With more companies…
A tale of two markets: The future of retail cannabis in Ontario and Quebec
StratCann explores two distinct cannabis business models in Quebec and Ontario, examining strategies, challenges, and potential future trajectories with insights from industry experts.
Navigating certification for international markets
Finding the right credentials to ensure products are qualified for international markets can be a daunting and confusing task.