Twin Rivers Farm recalls pre-rolls from Nova Scotia due to labelling errors
A micro producer in Nova Scotia has recalled three lots of pre-rolls due to errors with its labelling.
Week in Weed – July 5, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending July 5, 2025.
Cannabis Jobs Update – July 2025
The cannabis job market in Canada continues to show steady activity, with new roles opening up from coast to coast. Our July 2025 job round-up…
Week in Weed – June 28, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending June 28, 2025.
Week in Weed – June 21, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending June 21, 2025.
Wholesale cannabis sales, prices, and volumes decline
Wholesale sales, prices, and volumes for cannabis merchant wholesalers continue to decline from record highs in 2024.
Week in Weed – June 14, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending June 14, 2025.
Week in Weed – June 7, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending June 7, 2025.
Canada’s cannabis sector contributes $9.1 billion to GDP in first three months of 2025
The Gross domestic product (GDP) for the cannabis sector in Canada was $9.1 billion in Q1 2025, continuing an ongoing trend.
Cannabis Jobs Update – June 2025
The cannabis job market in Canada continues to show steady activity, with new roles opening up from coast to coast. Our June 2025 job round-up…
Week in Weed – May 31, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Stalking Horse deal with True North Cannabis approved, company moves from CCAA
A micro producer in Nova Scotia has recalled three lots of pre-rolls due to errors with its labelling. Twin Rivers Farm Ltd. has issued recalls…
CBSA seize cannabis heading to Barbados
On May 5, 2025, border services officers at the Port of Halifax, with assistance from CBSA intelligence officers, examined a marine container destined for export…
Recall notice issued for hash sold in Quebec due to no child-resistant function
Health Canada has issued a recall notice for one lot of Exka Inc.’s Terroir – Royal Gorilla cannabis extract sold in Quebec.
CBSA seize 641 kilograms of cannabis being exported to Spain
On April 30, 2025, border services officers at Montreal’s Marine and Rail Service located 641.83 kg of suspected cannabis in a container being exported to…
Organigram begins process to find new CEO with Beena Goldenberg stepping down
Organigram has begun looking for a new CEO, as current CEO Beena Goldenberg will step down at the end of Organigram’s current fiscal year in…
Week in Weed – May 24, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending May 24, 2025.
Opportunities abound in Canadian cannabis, but many budtenders feel left behind
According to a new survey, budtenders in Canada want better pay, better hours, and a more straightforward path to advance in the industry.
Cannabis stores in Ontario and Manitoba face robbery, burglary
Police in Hamilton, Ontario, are investigating an armed robbery that took place at a local cannabis store.
Week in Weed – May 17, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending May 17, 2025.
Kamloops RCMP raid three locations connected to unlicensed cannabis sales
RCMP in Kamloops have executed search warrants at at least three locations relating to unlicensed cannabis stores operating on Tk’emlúps land, previously known as the…
Week in Weed – May 10, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending May 10, 2025.
Kootenays Farm Tour, 2025
Experience the BC’s deep roots on the Kootenay cannabis farm tour and learn about the region’s cannabis history and top-tier production methods.
Week in Weed – May 3, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending May 3, 2025.
Edmonton Police asking for assistance identifying man connected to cannabis store robberies
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect following multiple robberies of a cannabis store on 118 Avenue.
Cannabis Jobs Update – May 2025
Our May 2025 jobs article features cannabis industry openings across Canada in retail, production, and brand representation.
Growing Relationships & Summer Fair – Mission, 2025
Join us in Mission, BC, for StratCann’s Growing Relationships & Summer Fair on July 28, 2025. Connect with industry professionals, gain insights, and build valuable…
Week in Weed – April 26, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending April 26, 2025.
BC retailer finds lifeline with credit union
A BC cannabis retailer says access to capital from a local credit union has been a game changer, allowing his small business to grow.
Israel’s Finance Minister pushes back on tariffs on Canadian cannabis
Canadian producers exporting cannabis to Israel have received at least a brief reprieve from recently announced tariffs of up to 165% after the Israeli Finance…
Week in Weed – April 19, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending April 19, 2025.
Tilray Brands announces proposed reverse stock split and corresponding special meeting of stockholders
A micro producer in Nova Scotia has recalled three lots of pre-rolls due to errors with its labelling. Twin Rivers Farm Ltd. has issued recalls…
Law firm announces class action against Canopy Growth Corporation and certain officers
A law firm has announced a class action lawsuit has been filed against Canopy Growth Corporation on behalf of those who purchased the company’s securities…
Week in Weed – April 12, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending April 12, 2025.
Cannabis can help in recovery care but stigma remains a challenge, says new study
A new pilot study in Canada looked at how medically supervised cannabis use in a residential recovery home could support people in treatment for substance…
New Brunswick Farmgate Tour, 2025
Join us for an exclusive one-day journey into New Brunswick’s dynamic cannabis industry! This immersive tour offers a rare opportunity to connect with local businesses…
Cannabis legalization appears to be off the chopping block in Germany—for now
A new coalition agreement in Germany between the conservative CDU/CSU and the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) has not included any mention of rolling back the…
Week in Weed – April 5, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending April 5, 2025.
Cannabis Jobs Update – April 2025
Our April 2025 jobs article features cannabis industry openings across Canada in retail, production, and brand representation.
Week in Weed – March 29, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending March 29, 2025.
Two teens charged in Calgary cannabis store robberies
Calgary Police say they have charged two teens in relation to multiple cannabis store robberies that occurred in January and February 2025.
Week in Weed – March 22, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending March 22, 2025.
Home invasion call in Ontario leads to the seizure of thousands of cannabis plants
On March 14, Niagara police responded to a break-and-enter at a Wainfleet residence, uncovering an illegal cannabis grow. A search warrant led to the seizure…
Unit 15’s approach to small-scale craft cannabis
Located in Scarborough, Unit 15 is an indoor micro-cultivator and processor with four small flowering rooms and a dedicated mother room. They grow and package…
Researchers at a Vancouver college want to find the best pre-roll in Canada
Researchers at Langara College’s Applied Research Centre in Vancouver recently began collaborating with BC-based cannabis producer Pure Sunfarms to discover what makes the best pre-roll.
Week in Weed – March 15, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending March 15, 2025.
SNDL secures 5.4% of High Tide’s shares
SNDL Inc. has purchased just over five percent of High Tide, the company behind the largest brand of cannabis stores in Canada, Canna Cabana.
Rubicon Organics announces first international cannabis shipment to Poland
Rubicon Organics Inc. has announced its first shipment of dried cannabis flower into the international market with a shipment to Poland.
Four20 seeks extension and acceptance of recent plan of compromise
In a bench brief in early March, 420 Premium Markets Ltd. and its associated companies sought an extension of its CCAA proceedings to April 30,…
Cannabis industry’s contribution to Canada’s GDP continues to increase
Canada’s legal cannabis industry contributed more than $8.3 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2024, according to the most recent figures from Statistics Canada.
Week in Weed – March 8, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending March 8, 2025.
Canadians list cannabis legalization as Trudeau’s crowning success
New polling data shows that Canadians rank cannabis legalization as Justin Trudeau’s top accomplishment in his nearly ten years in office.
Certifying Trust: Control Union Canada’s role in cannabis compliance
In an industry where certifications are a benchmark to identifying qualified producers and manufacturers, Control Union Canada has established itself as a leading body to…
Rubicon Organics looks to acquire former Canna Farms facility from Medipharm Labs
Rubicon Organics Inc. has entered into a purchase and sale agreement with Medipharm Labs Inc. to acquire the former Canna Farms facility in Hope, British…
Cannabis jobs update – March 2025
StratCann’s monthly round-up of cannabis job postings for March 2025.
Simply Solventless closes on Delta 9 deal, changes name to Humble Grow
Simply Solventless Concentrates Ltd. has closed the previously announced acquisition of all the outstanding shares of Delta 9 Bio-Tech Inc. from Delta 9 Cannabis Inc.
Police in Montreal seize thousands of cannabis plants, dried cannabis
On February 26, the Montreal Police Department (SPVM), in collaboration with the Mascouche Police Department, carried out an operation that resulted in the seizure of…
Edmonton Police seek public’s assistance identifying suspects in cannabis store robberies
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two suspects following multiple robberies of the same cannabis store in central Edmonton.
Police in Nova Scotia charge 21 people in connection with 13 illegal cannabis stores
Southwest Nova District RCMP has charged 21 people with more than 50 offences after executing search warrants at illegal cannabis storefronts throughout the District.
Canada reaches half a billion in monthly cannabis sales in December 2024
After showing signs of slowing down, Canada’s retail cannabis sales shot up to their highest level so far in December 2024, at just under half…
Week in Weed – February 22, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending February 22, 2025.
Toronto police arrest 5 men following cannabis store robbery
Toronto Police arrested five suspects in a cannabis store robbery on February 18, connected to suspicious activities nearby.
Metrc launches retail ID cannabis pilot project in Alberta
Plantlife, Token Naturals, and US-based Metrc, are launching a pilot project in Alberta to improve the transparency and safety of cannabis products.
Around the world with cannabis and marijuana
The way people refer to the Cannabis sativa plant differs around the world. In addition to the numerous global and local slang terms for the…
Growing Relationships BC – Nanaimo, 2025
Join us in Nanaimo at Growing Relationships on September 19, 2025. Connect with industry professionals, share insights, and build valuable connections.
Growing Relationships NB – Moncton, 2025
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Growing Relationships BC – Kelowna, 2025
Join us in Kelowna at Growing Relationships on October 6, 2025. Connect with industry professionals, share insights, and build valuable connections.
Growing Relationships ON – Ottawa, 2025
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Week in Weed – February 15, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending February 15, 2025.
Quebec police seize cannabis, tobacco, make one arrest in Yamachiche region
Police in Quebec carried out an operation relating to contraband tobacco and cannabis on February 12 in Yamachiche.
7ASHISH brand Lebanese Blonde hash recalled in Ontario for labelling error
The OCS issued a product recall notice for 7ASHISH brand Lebanese Blonde hash from CanWe Growers Inc. on February 12 for incorrect packing and labelling.
Quebec police arrest 9 in Quebec and New Brunswick on illicit cannabis charges
Police officers from the Sûreté du Québec’s Contraband Investigation Service, in collaboration with the Montreal Police Department, made arrests on February 12 related to illicit…
Edmonton police seek help identifying cannabis store robbery suspect
The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a suspect responsible for robbing a cannabis store in south Edmonton on October…
Quebec begins 2025 cannabis survey
Quebec has begun outreach for an annual survey to understand the perceptions of and experiences with cannabis among people in Québec.
MediPharm terminates Kensana Health deal
MediPharm Labs Corp. has terminated the previously announced sale of its facility in Napanee, Ontario to Kensana Health Inc. for $5.5 million in cash.
Week in Weed – February 8, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending February 8, 2025.
Ontario Cannabis Store & DiversityTalk to host Black History Month event
DiversityTalk, a Black-led health and social development consultancy, is hosting an immersive four-day Black History Month event at the Worth Gallery in Toronto from February…
Aurora signs new supply deal with SNDL
Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a strategic supply agreement with SNDL Inc.
Cloudz 7g recalled in Ontario due to mould concerns (updated)
The Ontario Cannabis Store posted a product recall notice for Cloudz 7g from Blizza Brands due to a potential issue with visible mould spores.
Canada’s legal cannabis industry contributed nearly $7B to GDP
Canada’s legal cannabis industry contributed nearly $7.7 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2023, according to the most recent figures from Statistics Canada.
Cannabis jobs update – February 2025
StratCann’s monthly round-up of cannabis job postings for February 2025.
Week in Weed – February 1, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending February 1, 2025.
Two Ontario men arrested in two different cannabis store break-ins in one day
Police in North Bay, Ontario, made two arrests this week in connection with break-ins at two different cannabis stores.
RCMP charges BC man in connection to $47 million money laundering scheme involving illegal online cannabis sales
The RCMP have arrested a BC resident they say was laundering millions of dollars through illicit online sales of cannabis in Alberta and British Columbia.
New Brunswick reports $25 million in cannabis sales in final three months of 2024
Cannabis retailer sales in New Brunswick were $25.4 million in the three months ended December 29, 2024 (Q3 2024).
Week in Weed – January 25, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending January 25, 2025.
Aurora launches its first cannabis brand in Germany under new cultivation license
Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced the launch of its first German-cultivated medical cannabis product under the brand IndiMed.
Medical cannabis dispensary owners in BC lose appeal of provincial fine
The owners of an unlicensed cannabis store in Gibsons, BC, lost their appeal of a $118,919 fine from the BC government.
CBSA seize cannabis en route to Nigeria
Canada Border Services Agency officers seized 1,384.5 kilograms of suspected cannabis inside marine container loaded with vehicles and vehicle parts on December 27, 2024
Growing Relationships ON – London, 2025
Join us in London at Growing Relationships on June 2, 2025. Connect with industry professionals, share insights, and build valuable connections.