February 21, 2025
BC cannabis company pivoting to precious metals and cryptocurrencies
The BC Bud Corporation has announced that it intends to complete a change of business from being a cannabis brand and supplier to an investment…
BC cannabis company pivoting to precious metals and cryptocurrencies
The BC Bud Corporation has announced that it intends to complete a change of business from being a cannabis brand and supplier to an investment…
Colombian Agricultural Institute posts draft requirements for Canadian cannabis imports
A draft resolution from the Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA), which seeks to create a pathway for the importation of cannabis from Canada, is raising questions…
Canada’s Largest Women-in-Weed Networking Event Returns to Toronto
Get ready for Radicle Femmes Toronto 2025! Celebrate women in cannabis on March 6 at Soluna Toronto with industry leaders.
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…
Week in Weed – February 15, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending February 15, 2025.
Swiss health committee approves plan to legalize and regulate cannabis for adult use
The proposal is to regulate cannabis for non-medical purposes through a new legal carve-out that keeps it defined as a narcotic through a lens of…
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.
Cannabis sales continue to increase in Quebec
The SQDC reported a net and overall result of $40.5 million for the third quarter of the 2024-2025 fiscal year, which ended January 4, 2025….
Ontario county bylaw effective at managing designated cannabis production sites
Norfolk County in Ontario has concluded five years of bylaw enforcement of cannabis production sites, according to a new report.
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.
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…
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…
Calgary city councillor wants to allow cannabis sales at events in the city
A city councillor in Calgary is trying to bring the city’s rules about cannabis sales at events in line with provincial rules put in place…
Aurora signs new supply deal with SNDL
Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a strategic supply agreement with SNDL Inc.
Cannabis Xpress to open new location in Dalhousie, New Brunswick
Private retail chain Cannabis Xpress is opening its fourth private retail store in New Brunswick, located in the town of Dalhousie, about a three-hour drive…
Cloudz 7g recalled in Ontario due to mould concerns
The Ontario Cannabis Store posted a product recall notice for Cloudz 7g from Blizza Brands due to a potential issue with visible mould spores.
Producers can now enter into private label agreements with multiple retailers for the same product in Alberta
Effective immediately, licensed cannabis producers may enter into a private label agreement with multiple retailers in Alberta for the same product or products.
The Australian Capital Territory’s home grown cannabis laws are serving the community
A recent Australian study found that decriminalizing home grown cultivation and possession in the ACT met community needs and had minimal unintended consequences.
Cannabis tech company taking part in Canadian trade mission to Australia
GrowerIQ, a Canadian cannabis ERP company, will represent Team Canada in an upcoming trade mission to Australia.
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.
Village Farms’ first Leli Holland harvest to reach coffee shops soon
Following its first commercial harvest in January, Canada-and-US-based Village Farms says it has now started processing orders and deliveries into the Dutch market from its…
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…
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.
Wholesale flower prices expected to continue to rebound in 2025, domestic market will continue to slow
The Bulk Wholesale Cannabis and Distillate Pricing Report provides an overview of the 2024 market and looks ahead at what 2025 holds.
Canadian CEO sues US agencies over harassment at the border for connections to cannabis industry
The CEO of a BC-based company has sued the United States Department of Homeland Security, saying they detained, interrogated, and harassed him over the cannabis-related…
Wholesale cannabis sales in BC remain relatively stable in Q3 2024, direct delivery sales rebound
Wholesale cannabis sales in BC in the last three months of 2024 (Q3 2024) were $146.9 million, up 7.5% from the same period in 2023,…
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).
New government could mean big delays in cannabis industry demands
The Canadian cannabis industry faces uncertainty with a potential federal leadership change, early election, and possible delays in addressing key industry concerns.
New Brunswick issues RFQ for several new private cannabis stores
The New Brunswick Liquor Corporation (NBLC) has issued four new Requests for Quotations (RFQ) for four new privately-run cannabis stores in the province.
Medical cannabis committee the newest investment from Philip Morris
Avicanna, recently entered into a research project with an international healthcare and wellness product company, Vectura Fertin Pharma, focusing on cannabinoid-based products.
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.
Ontario cannabis retailers frustrated after recent string of robberies
Some Ontario cannabis retailers are again calling on the provincial government to make changes to provincial rules that they say are making them targets for…
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.
Researchers at UBC measure hits from the bong
Researchers at the University of British Columbia say they have created a new way to quantify what constitutes a single serving of cannabis.
Expand legal market to better compete with illegal online sales, says U of M researcher
A survey study from researchers at the University of Montreal found that the majority of illicit cannabis websites in Canada prefer e-transfers to using cryptocurrency.
First harvest from Village Farms’ Netherlands facility to reach stores in coming weeks
The first legal cannabis from Village Farms’ facility in the Netherlands will be available to consumers in the coming weeks, according to local news.
Week in Weed – January 18, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending January 18, 2025.
“We no longer have funding for cannabis enforcement,” says Toronto’s head of municipal licensing and standards
Toronto’s head of municipal licensing and standards at the city of Toronto says his agency no longer has the money to enforce the province’s cannabis…
Canada’s medical cannabis market remains steady, exports continue to increase
The number of client registrations with federally licensed sellers of cannabis for medical purposes continued to remain fairly stable from March 2023 to June 2024.
Cannabis insolvency conference comes to Toronto
A cannabis conference focused on navigating Canada’s distressed cannabis market is coming to Toronto on January 29.
High Tide to enter German medical cannabis market through Purecan acquisition
High Tide Inc. plans to enter the German medical cannabis market by acquiring a 51% stake in Purecan GmbH for approximately $7 million (€4.8 million),…
Hand-crafted Hash Holes a hit in the Canadian market
Two BC companies are bringing a joint experience to the market as the nation’s cannabis industry continues to mature and evolve.
Week in Weed – January 11, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending January 11, 2025.
Cannabis sales and inventory figures through June 2024
The Government of Canada recently released newly updated sales and inventory figures for the cannabis industry, highlighting changing trends as the industry continues to mature.
Saskatchewan removes some storage requirements for retailers, wholesalers
The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) has sent a notice out to stakeholders regarding policy changes to cannabis secure storage requirements in the province.
Could a new Conservative government in Canada address cannabis industry concerns?
Sooner or later, Canada will have an election in 2025. Increasingly, it seems like this could happen sooner rather than later. And if the polls…
Micros again the most popular licence type in 2024
The number of new micro cultivators and processors licensed in 2024 outpaced standard licenses by almost a two-to-one ratio.
Tilray Medical wins tender to supply Luxembourg with medical cannabis
Tilray Medical, a division of Tilray Brands, Inc., announced on January 6 that its German subsidiary, Tilray Deutschland GmbH, has secured a tender to supply…
Week in Weed – January 4, 2025
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending January 4, 2025.
Manitoba’s home grow cannabis bill could come into force in April
The Manitoba government is seeking feedback on its proposed repeal of the prohibition on adults growing up to four cannabis plants at home. The law…
The biggest cannabis stories of 2024
The past year was another busy one for cannabis news in Canada. Here are a few of our most popular topics and stories of 2024.
Cannabis jobs update – January 2025
StratCann’s monthly round-up of cannabis job postings for January 2025.
Health Canada expects to publish cannabis sampling program results in coming months
In 2023, Health Canada announced it would launch a new data-gathering program for cannabis markets in Canada. The program would include sampling and testing of…
Simply Solventless enters into deal to acquire Delta 9 Bio-Tech
Simply Solventless Concentrates has entered into a share purchase agreement with Delta 9 Cannabis for the acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding shares…
Creditor protection, bankruptcies, and acquisitions in 2024
As the Canadian cannabis industry continued to weather financial headwinds in 2024, numerous companies found themselves entering creditor protection, closing up shop, or selling off…
Week in Weed – December 28, 2024
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending December 28, 2024.
What could an early election mean for the cannabis industry and pending regulatory changes?
Exploring the potential impacts of an early federal election on the Canadian cannabis industry.
Week in Weed – December 21, 2024
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending December 21, 2024.
Greenway Greenhouse acquires Choice Growers’ brands
Ontario-based Greenway Greenhouse Cannabis Corporation has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Choice Growers Cannabis Inc. to acquire the company’s consumer brands.
7-day suspension notice for Ontario retailer for third-party delivery service, selling cannabis outside province, more
The AGCO has issued a Notice of Proposal to suspend the Cannabis Retail Store Authorization for 12473291 Canada Inc., operating as Montrose Cannabis in Pickering,…
BC’s third cannabis farmgate store plans to open in early 2025
BC’s third cannabis farmgate store received provincial approval recently, with plans to welcome customers in February.
BC researchers looking at impacts of cannabis use on driving abilities
Dr. Jeff Brubacher of UBC and Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute is using driving simulations to explore the impacts of medical cannabis on road safety…
MediPharm plans to sell ABcann facility to Kensana Health in cash deal
Kensana Health has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares in the capital of ABcann from the company’s operating subsidiary MediPharm Labs…
Federal government “exploring” single harmonized cannabis excise stamp
The federal government will explore a single, harmonized federal excise duty stamp as part of a red tape reduction measure outlined in its 2024 Fall…
Health Canada may request supporting evidence for some medical cannabis authorizations
Health Canada recently sent a memo to provincial colleges of physicians advising them that it may contact health care practitioners to ask for evidence to…
Week in Weed – December 14, 2024
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending December 14, 2024.
New retail cannabis project in Germany could be good news for Canadian cannabis exporters
A new research project could allow for cannabis to be sold in retail stores in up to 25 different German cities, supplied by authorized cannabis…
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…
Federal government fails to implement “ambitious” program to streamline cannabis pardons by deadline
Canada’s Bill C-5, passed in 2022, mandates sequestering simple drug possession records, including cannabis, by 2024, removing them from criminal background checks—a complex process across…
Researchers in Saskatchewan looking at how edibles can impact driving
Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan’s Driving Research and Simulation Laboratory will begin looking at how cannabis edibles impact people’s ability to drive in 2025.
BC businesses team up to research effects of e-beam irradiation on cannabis
A cannabis education group has teamed up with a cannabis testing lab in BC to look into the impacts of remediation on cannabis.
BC’s Community Savings provides support for cannabis industry
BC’s Community Savings Credit Union president and CEO Mike Schilling says his phone has been ringing off the hook with queries from cannabis businesses following…
Week in Weed – December 7, 2024
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending December 7, 2024.
Health Canada: Only about 5% of cannabis purchases in Canada come from irregular sources
The vast majority of cannabis purchases in Canada continue to come from legal sources, according to Health Canada’s annual cannabis survey.
Court rejects Final Bell’s equity claims against BZAM monitor, again extends stay of proceedings
A judge approved a motion to extend the stay of proceedings between Final Bell and BZAM, and has been again postponed, this time to January…
Organigram acquires Motif Labs, making it Canada’s largest cannabis company by market share
Organigram Holdings Inc. has acquired cannabis extractor Motif Labs Ltd. for $90 million in a stock and cash deal.
PEI amends 2021 vaping legislation to note it doesn’t apply to cannabis products
However, there has been no change in policy in regard to what products PEI Cannabis Management Corporation (PEICMC) can sell.
OCS shares safe cannabis consumption tips for the holidays
The OCS is promoting its Cannabis Made Clear campaign over the holiday season, sharing tips and resources for safe and responsible cannabis consumption.
Nova Scotia sells $32.6 million worth of cannabis in Q2 2024
The Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC) saw $32.6 million in cannabis sales in the three months ended September 29, 2024 (Q2 2024), a 3.9% increase…
Group seeking to enrol 1,000 Canadian medical cannabis patients for observational study
Canadian cannabis company Avicanna recently announced their participation in an observational study looking at the potential therapeutic use of medical cannabis for issues like pain,…
Cannabis Jobs Update – December 2024
StratCann’s monthly round-up of cannabis job postings for December 2024.
Week in Weed – November 30, 2024
StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending November 30, 2024.
AGLC makes several updates, clarifications to retail cannabis and cannabis representative policies
The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has made amendments to its Retail Cannabis Store Handbook and the Cannabis Representative Handbook Cannabis.
Cannabis vapes coming to SQDC by fall 2025
The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) is adding vaping products to its product offering, but consumers will have to wait a year or so to…
More than $20 million in cuts to Health Canada’s cannabis program over next three years
Health Canada’s cannabis program will see about $20.5 million in cuts over the next three years as part of the federal government’s goal of finding…