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Criminal record expiry bill expected to begin discussion in Senate again soon

Criminal record expiry bill expected to begin discussion in Senate again soon

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Reflecting on Bill C-45, the Cannabis Act

Reflecting on Bill C-45, the Cannabis Act

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

The prospect of Federal legalization in America leaves State market impact uncertain

The prospect of Federal legalization in America leaves State market impact uncertain

Most legal experts and cannabis operators believe federal legalization will come to the United States soon. How and when it arrives remains up for debate,…

Health Canada: 225 actions due to non-compliance with promotions prohibitions since 2018, 33 voluntary product recalls

Health Canada: 225 actions due to non-compliance with promotions prohibitions since 2018, 33 voluntary product recalls

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Canada’s legalization framework serves as roadmap for Israel and other nations

Canada’s legalization framework serves as roadmap for Israel and other nations

Israel appears poised to pass a cannabis legalization bill in 2021. If it does, Israel’s regulatory framework could resemble the Canadian model to some degree.

The Hop Latent Viroid’s warning shot to the Canadian cannabis industry

The Hop Latent Viroid’s warning shot to the Canadian cannabis industry

The hop latent viroid (HLVd) is an infectious pathogen which causes disease in cannabis plants. It first came to the cannabis industry’s notice in California…

Ontario projects nearly $420 million in revenue, taxes from cannabis in 2021

Ontario projects nearly $420 million in revenue, taxes from cannabis in 2021

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Some Ontario producers stepping back from their “farmgate” applications, others say they’re close to opening

Some Ontario producers stepping back from their “farmgate” applications, others say they’re close to opening

At least a few licenced producers in Ontario say they hope to open their new, on-site “farmgate” retail locations in the coming months. Thrive Cannabis…

Accusations of astroturfing as OCS promotes reddit-reviewed products

Accusations of astroturfing as OCS promotes reddit-reviewed products

The Ontario Cannabis Store shared a link to a popular subreddit dedicated to reviews of the products for sale in the province, but the forum’s…

Health Canada updates metrics on service standards for cannabis industry

Health Canada updates metrics on service standards for cannabis industry

Health Canada posted updated info today on their service standards and performance information for fiscal year 2019 to 2020, including several that related to the…

Industry pushes back against cannabis tax

Industry pushes back against cannabis tax

In Canada, cannabis is taxed at 10% of the dried flower selling price. Approximatelh 25% of this revenue goes to the federal government, and 75%…

Cannabis producers and First Nations Regional Chief calling on province to halt sale of Cannabis NB

Cannabis producers and First Nations Regional Chief calling on province to halt sale of Cannabis NB

A group representing New Brunswick cannabis producers, industry associations, and the Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Roger Augustin are calling on the province to…

Ontario sold $251 million worth of cannabis from Oct-Dec 2020

Ontario sold $251 million worth of cannabis from Oct-Dec 2020

As prices continue to decline and the number of legal cannabis stores increase, Ontario continues to make inroads in capturing sales from the illicit market.

Not all THC analysis is created equal

February 24, 2021

Not all THC analysis is created equal

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Tracking impaired driving post-legalization in Canada an evolving process

February 19, 2021

Tracking impaired driving post-legalization in Canada an evolving process

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

We are nowhere near medical cannabis reform in Canada

February 18, 2021

We are nowhere near medical cannabis reform in Canada

After decades of legal medical cannabis, and recent adult-use legalization, we are still nowhere near medical cannabis reform in Canada. But hope is not lost.

The Wild West of Organic Cannabis

February 10, 2021

The Wild West of Organic Cannabis

Organic cannabis is at a crossroads in Canada. The lack of federal legislation is slowing market growth, with producers following different rules. This can cause…

Cannabis closures to continue in 2021 say industry analysts

February 7, 2021

Cannabis closures to continue in 2021 say industry analysts

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Cannabis patents can protect intellectual property

February 5, 2021

Cannabis patents can protect intellectual property

Cannabis related patents are increasing, and two Canadian companies are making headlines with patents on cannabis extraction processes.

University of Guelph researcher says tissue culture samples offer opportunities for the cannabis industry

February 4, 2021

University of Guelph researcher says tissue culture samples offer opportunities for the cannabis industry

Tissue culture samples offer opportunities for the cannabis industry, but more research and collaboration is needed, says a recent research paper out of the University…

Cannabis businesses continue to face barriers with Canadian banks

February 1, 2021

Cannabis businesses continue to face barriers with Canadian banks

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

The steps that go into a product recall

January 25, 2021

The steps that go into a product recall

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

BMO Analyst: Legalization in US can bring opportunity for Canadian LPs, but will take time

January 23, 2021

BMO Analyst: Legalization in US can bring opportunity for Canadian LPs, but will take time

Legalization in the US could mean a a $60 billion market, but the path forward will likely be a slow one, says one analyst.

When jurisdictions collide: Some First Nations on collision course with provincial, federal law

January 18, 2021

When jurisdictions collide: Some First Nations on collision course with provincial, federal law

When Canada legalized cannabis the federal government hoped that the regulated market would take the wind out of the sales of organized crime. Since then, there…

Mexico’s eventual cannabis legalization could create immense change for citizens, global market

January 13, 2021

Mexico’s eventual cannabis legalization could create immense change for citizens, global market

Mexico’s Supreme Court-mandated passage of adult use cannabis continues to see delays. Now on its third extension, lawmakers have until April 30, 2021, to pass…

Alberta micro cultivator files for cessation of operation with Health Canada

January 12, 2021

Alberta micro cultivator files for cessation of operation with Health Canada

Following a dispute with their landlord and difficulty selling their crops, a micro cultivator in Alberta has recently filed to revoke their cultivation licence.

Review of over 50,000 people finds no link to cannabis use and an increase in cardiovascular disease

January 8, 2021

Review of over 50,000 people finds no link to cannabis use and an increase in cardiovascular disease

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

January 5, 2021

Canadian and U.S. operators say that good faith branding regulations stifle efforts against illicit market and brand development

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

In Search of Better THC Reporting

January 4, 2021

In Search of Better THC Reporting

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Micro cultivators, processors and nurseries give their thoughts on regulatory changes

December 21, 2020

Micro cultivators, processors and nurseries give their thoughts on regulatory changes

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Comparing the business of craft brew and micro bud

December 20, 2020

Comparing the business of craft brew and micro bud

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

More stores, products, lower prices, mean cannabis sales continue to climb in Ontario

December 17, 2020

More stores, products, lower prices, mean cannabis sales continue to climb in Ontario

Retail sales have continued to climb in Ontario as the province ramps up brick and mortar licenses, the array of products increase, and prices continue…

Health Canada looking at drone and satellite tech for outdoor cannabis inspections

December 14, 2020

Health Canada looking at drone and satellite tech for outdoor cannabis inspections

A recent departmental report from Health Canada makes mention of several aspects of the regulator’s efforts with cannabis legalization, including reference to a pilot project…

Health Canada seeking feedback on potential changes to Cannabis Regulations

December 11, 2020

Health Canada seeking feedback on potential changes to Cannabis Regulations

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Cannabis companies have numerous ways to market their products

December 10, 2020

Cannabis companies have numerous ways to market their products

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

New study looks at alcohol, THC, other drugs in fatal accidents in Ontario

December 5, 2020

New study looks at alcohol, THC, other drugs in fatal accidents in Ontario

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Despite more legal access to cannabis, impaired driving cases not on the rise in Canada or US

November 22, 2020

Despite more legal access to cannabis, impaired driving cases not on the rise in Canada or US

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Global cannabis survey aims to provide insight on cannabis cultivation and drive international policy reform

November 17, 2020

Global cannabis survey aims to provide insight on cannabis cultivation and drive international policy reform

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

First Nations make tough choices in cannabis market

November 16, 2020

First Nations make tough choices in cannabis market

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Despite stiff penalties, Hong Kongers are importing hundreds of kilograms of Canadian cannabis

November 13, 2020

Despite stiff penalties, Hong Kongers are importing hundreds of kilograms of Canadian cannabis

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Understanding the meaning of full spectrum extraction

November 5, 2020

Understanding the meaning of full spectrum extraction

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Micro cannabis licences continue to increase across Canada

October 31, 2020

Micro cannabis licences continue to increase across Canada

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Yes, cannabis patients want (and deserve) pre-rolls

October 27, 2020

Yes, cannabis patients want (and deserve) pre-rolls

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

THC Obsession Distorts the Cannabis Supply Chain

October 19, 2020

THC Obsession Distorts the Cannabis Supply Chain

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

That’s a solid ‘meh’ from me on cannabis 2.0 beverages

October 18, 2020

That’s a solid ‘meh’ from me on cannabis 2.0 beverages

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Québec Retail Cannabis Overview

October 16, 2020

Québec Retail Cannabis Overview

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Two year anniversary: Canadian cannabis advocates on what has and hasn’t worked with legalization so far

October 13, 2020

Two year anniversary: Canadian cannabis advocates on what has and hasn’t worked with legalization so far

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

How will changes to cannabis oil regulations impact patients?

October 5, 2020

How will changes to cannabis oil regulations impact patients?

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

Joe Biden’s Cannabis Policy Advances Reform To Some Degree

October 2, 2020

Joe Biden’s Cannabis Policy Advances Reform To Some Degree

For challenger and Democratic nominee Joe Biden, his reluctance towards legalization is proving to be a thorn in the side of some of the more…

Cannabis NB continues to show profits as the fate of the provincial cannabis stores remains unknown

October 1, 2020

Cannabis NB continues to show profits as the fate of the provincial cannabis stores remains unknown

Cannabis NB’s newest quarterly report shows a profit of $3.3 million from sales of $20.1 million, as the fate of network of the provincial cannabis…

Ontario sold 35 million grams of dried cannabis in its first full fiscal year of commercial operations

September 30, 2020

Ontario sold 35 million grams of dried cannabis in its first full fiscal year of commercial operations

Ontario sold 35,100,000 grams of cannabis from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2020, for a total of $385,100,000 in sales, according to a new…

Anne McLellan, Task Force Chair on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation, on two years of legal cannabis in Canada

September 30, 2020

Anne McLellan, Task Force Chair on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation, on two years of legal cannabis in Canada

Four years after chairing the federal government’s Task Force on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation, and two years after legalization finally came into force, Anne McLellan…

What’s in a strain? The Wild West of Cannabis names

September 29, 2020

What’s in a strain? The Wild West of Cannabis names

Cannabis consumers are often attracted to specific, so-called “strains” of cannabis flower, with the name becoming the brand. That’s great – except that there’s a…

What are you inhaling? Understanding analytical testing for cannabis vape pens

September 25, 2020

What are you inhaling? Understanding analytical testing for cannabis vape pens

Cannabis vape pens are a relatively new and increasingly popular product on the market, but much about their health and safety remains relatively unknown due…

More than half of new licenses issued since legalization have been micros

September 24, 2020

More than half of new licenses issued since legalization have been micros

The Senator who tabled legislation that would set up a system of record expiry for criminal convictions says she is hopeful it may begin to…

County in Ontario first in Canada to take steps to manage personal and designated medical grows

September 23, 2020

County in Ontario first in Canada to take steps to manage personal and designated medical grows

A southern Ontario county says they are the first in Canada to take steps to manage personal and designated medical grow licenses through local zoning…

BC enters cannabis agreement with Williams Lake First Nation

September 21, 2020

BC enters cannabis agreement with Williams Lake First Nation

The BC government announced today a first of its kind government-to-government agreement with the Williams Lake First Nations to support the community’s efforts to operate…

BC to allow “small-scale producers” to deliver cannabis directly to licensed retailers as well as farm-gate sales beginning in 2022

September 20, 2020

BC to allow “small-scale producers” to deliver cannabis directly to licensed retailers as well as farm-gate sales beginning in 2022

The British Columbia government announced today that they will allow “small-scale producers”, including nurseries, the option of delivering cannabis directly to licensed retailers, as well…

Superette joins Broccoli Magazine’s anti-racism initiative the Floret Coalition

September 15, 2020

Superette joins Broccoli Magazine’s anti-racism initiative the Floret Coalition

Canadian cannabis retailer Superette announced its pledge to join the Floret Coalition, an initiative to support and fund BIPOC enterprises within the cannabis industry.

2nd annual C-45 Quality Assurance Summit launches this week

September 14, 2020

2nd annual C-45 Quality Assurance Summit launches this week

The second annual C-45 Quality Assurance Summit launches this week. The three day virtual event features online workshops and presentations focussed on Quality Assurance professionals…

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