The top 12 stories of 2021 from StratCann
StratCann has covered a lot of unique and interesting cannabis and cannabis industry content in 2021. Here’s a sample from our top 12 stories of…
New Canadian Cannabis Surveys shows little has changed in past year
Canadians feel pretty much the same about most issues surrounding cannabis, cannabis use, and legalization as they did in 2020, according to the newest annual…
Cannabis compliance and enforcement report coming in January
Health Canada intends to publish its Compliance and Enforcement Report: Cannabis Inspection Data Summary for the fiscal year 2019-2020 in January 2022.
California cannabis producers call for lower taxes
Several large cannabis companies in California say their industry is on the verge of collapse due to high taxes and a lack of retail stores.
Emblem recalls 5,634 units of topicals due to labelling error
Emblem Cannabis Corporation has voluntarily recalled six lots of their Noon & Night Freshly Minted topical cannabis.
More than 1,100 cannabis stores drive sales in Ontario
Ontario’s newest quarterly report (July 1 – September 30, 2021) shows cannabis sales continuing to grow in the province.
More details on direct delivery for private retailers in Alberta
In a memo sent out to licence holders today, the AGLC says that new rules moving online sales to private cannabis stores will come into…
Wholesale cannabis prices drop again in November
After strong gains in October, wholesale cannabis flower prices lowered slightly in November, while cannabis extract wholesale prices continue to decline.
Cannabis lawyer Jack Lloyd to assist in Manitoba home grow challenge
An organization challenging Manitoba’s ban on homegrown cannabis announced a new lead counsel for their fight, Jack Lloyd.
New rules for Alberta cannabis stores to deliver take effect in March 2022
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Puregene
A Switzerland-based company is looking to work with Canadian cannabis producers to help them breed more stable, and unique varieties.
Legacy era retailer Weeds celebrates their new Vancouver location
One of Canada’s oldest retail cannabis chains has recently opened its second location. After more than two years of working through the licensing process, Weed’s…
Alberta one step closer to private retailers taking over online sales
Alberta’s Bill 80, the Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act, 2021, includes potential changes to the province’s cannabis regulations. The legislation passed second reading this week…
Museum exhibit in Nelson celebrates history of cannabis in the Kootenays
The Museum of Art and History in Nelson, BC opened its cannabis exhibit on Friday, November 26. Titled The Grow Show, curator Arin Fay said…
Auditor General report: What Ontario is doing well, where it needs improvement on cannabis
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Recall of Shelter’s White Chocolate Diamonds
Agro-Greens Natural Products has recalled one lot of dried cannabis, Shelter Craft x Kootenay’s Finest Organic White Chocolate Diamonds 3.5g Dried Cannabis sold in BC,…
Bill tabled in New Brunswick to allow private cannabis stores
A bill that would open up New Brunswick to private retail cannabis stores was presented today by Finance Minister Ernie Steeves.
S. Australian legalization bill follows Canada’s lead
The Australian Green Party has released a bill that proposes to legalize and regulate cannabis in South Australia.
New Brunswick’s second farmgate store prepares to open its doors
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Victoria Budtender who was fired for unionizing gets job back
A Budtender in Victoria is going back to work after he was fired three weeks ago for what he and a local union says was…
Metro Van wants all cannabis VOC feedback by December 15
Metro Vancouver has extended their feedback timeline on their updated proposals for an emission regulation for cannabis production and processing in the region.
Ontario: Testing result of illicit cannabis products show high levels of pesticides, inaccurate THC levels
The OPP have shared testing results from vape products and dried flower seized from the illicit market, showing high levels of pesticides and much lower…
Richmond cannabis applicant delayed again pending site review, says BC Court of Appeal
The BC Court of Appeals says the city of Richmond does not need to issue a building permit to a cannabis greenhouse seeking to operate…
Quebec sold $142 million in cannabis over the summer
The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) recently published its second quarterly results of the 2021-2022 fiscal year (June 20 to September 11, 2021), with sales…
Lift & Co. Expo 2021 tops expectations in the cannabis and psychedelics industries
That’s a wrap on Lift & Co. Expo 2021. This year was something really special for the four-day cannabis and psychedelics conference and trade show,…
Provinces are dropping prices on older cannabis products
Canadians love cheap weed – and retailers are noticing.
BC LDB to air bridge cannabis to stores in Interior
The BC LDB says they are working with delivery companies Purolator Express and Orbis to airlift shipments of cannabis to retailers in those parts of…
New Brunswick producer announces province’s first cannabis farmgate store
Consumers in New Brunswick can now buy cannabis directly from the producer.
Cannabis stores in BC’s Interior expecting delays in product deliveries
Cannabis retailers in BC’s interior are expecting delays in product deliveries following major road closures from a large storm on Monday.
Wholesale dried flower prices rebound following summer sell-off
The average price of wholesale cannabis rebounded in October, following a dip in August and September, as the gap in pricing between high and low…
Recall of CBD capsules due to missing tamper-evident seal
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Study: Cannabis legalization not associated with increases in traffic injuries in Canada
In a new study, UBC Northern Medical Program Professor Dr. Russ Callaghan has found that the 2018 legalization of cannabis in Canada was not associated…
Kelowna cananbis store robbed over the weekend
Kelowna RCMP say a man and woman robbed a cannabis store around 10:45pm on November 7, 2021.
Alberta sold $470 million worth of cannabis last year, securing 61% of provincial market
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
New bill in Alberta could shift online sales from AGLC to private retailers
New legislation tabled in Alberta could, if passed, allow private retailers to sell cannabis online.
Police walk back claim of “suspected edibles” in Halloween candy in Ontario
OPP in Huron say a warning they issued Monday about “suspected edibles” found in Halloween candy was a false alarm.
Alberta now lists 700 cannabis stores
Alberta listed their 700th licence retail cannabis store this week, as the competition in retail space across Canada heats up.
Nearly half of the new licences this year have been micros
October was a busy month for small scale cannabis growers, with 12 of the 20 licenses issued being micro cultivators and/or micro processors.
Charges filed against two BC residents for cannabis production & sale
Police in Delta BC have formally filed charges against two individuals for cannabis processing and distribution.
Recall of JWC’s Blue Lime Pie sold in NB, SK
Health Canada has issued a recall for cannabis sold in New Brunswick and Saskatchewan, produced by Ontario-based JWC Wagners.
Nova Scotia seeks to change how police can conduct cannabis related searches
Nova Scotia has introduced legislation to amend their provincial cannabis laws to clarify when police can make a cannabis-related search.
Quebec cannabis report shows 70% of purchases now at least partially from legal market
Quebec’s Ministry of Health and Social Services released a report today on the progress of cannabis legalization in the province.
Cannabis industry hopeful with new health ministers
Two cannabis industry leaders say they are hopeful that new appointments to the health ministry could bode well for their efforts at lobbying for changes…
Canada remembers Grip-a-twenty-sack Day
On October 26, 2017, police in riot gear descended on an illicit pot store in Toronto’s King St. W neighbourhood. Police were responding to a…
Average price of cannabis in Ontario drops to $6 a gram as province sells more than $300 million worth of weed in Q1
The Ontario Cannabis Store’s most recent quarterly report covering April to June 2021, shows sales numbers in the province continuing to increase along with the…
Yukon sold more than $6 million worth of cannabis last year
Cannabis Yukon, the provincial agency tasked with managing cannabis in the Territory, released their newest annual report today, showing sales of $6m.
Bill tabled in Yukon to allow cannabis retailers to deliver cannabis
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Lift & Co. Expo returns to Toronto November 18-21, 2021
Lift & Co. Expo will make it’s return to Ontario this November 18-21, 2021 at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre. StratCann is pleased to announce…
Reported cannabis use in Quebec continues to decrease among those under 18 since legalization
Quebec cannabis survey shows cannabis use increased among Quebecers over the age of 25, but declined among 15- to 17-year-olds.
Metro Van seeking input on proposed cannabis VOC regs
Metro Vancouver is asking for input from industry and the public on proposed regulations for controlling emissions from cannabis growers and processors. Deadline for feedback is…
Some BC cannabis retailers want to accuse province of mismanaging cannabis file
A group of BC cannabis retailers is calling for the resignation of the province’s Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnworth for mismanagement…
New cannabis research funding opportunities from CIHR
The Canadian Institutes of Health Research recently announced new funding opportunities for researchers looking into cannabis and cannabis use.
Sundial cannabis could control nearly 200 retail stores with Alcanna deal
Alberta producer Sundial Cannabis announced today their intention to purchase Alcanna Inc, the parent company of cannabis retail chains Nova Cannabis and Value Buds.
Trudeau’s Tofino beach house connected to cannabis payment processor
The controversy surrounding Trudeau’s recent visit to Tofino on The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation now has a connection to the cannabis industry. The…
BC’s Bud Coast issues voluntary product recall
Bud Coast, a BC craft cannabis processor, announced to BC retailers today a voluntary recall on their 3.5 gram Salt Spring OG Shark.
Vancouver to lower annual retail cannabis licensing fee, raise one time licensing fee
Vancouver City Council unanimously approved a measure to cut licensing fees for cannabis stores in half, beginning in 2022.
Cannabis excise tax. Who cares?
Why should Canadian Cannabis Consumers care about the current cannabis excise tax regime? Canadian’s already pay taxes on most products they purchase, why would cannabis…
Alberta micro processor finds niche with unique products
One Alberta micro processor says they are finding their niche with a focus on unique high CBD and CBD products that give them a competitive…
NB Research shows THC levels in black market are much lower than advertised
A recent report from the New Brunswick Research and Productivity Council compares testing results between legal and illegal cannabis products.
OPP shifting enforcement focus to suppliers of more than 1,000 illicit online cannabis stores
The Ontario Provincial Police say they have shifted their enforcement against illegal cannabis from storefronts to online platforms—by going after their suppliers.
Ontario’s third cannabis farmgate store opens its doors to public
The third cannabis farmgate store in Ontario, Station House Cannabis, had their grand opening today in St. Thomas.
Health Canada: Temporary COVID measures extended again for cannabis industry
Health Canada has again extended their temporary COVID-19 measures, this time until March 31, 2022.
Group challenging Manitoba home grow ban now joining Quebec Supreme Court appeal
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Three new cannabis “Outlet” stores opening in Alberta
A cannabis retail chain in Alberta is seeking to become more competitive in a highly saturated retail cannabis market by offering three new discount outlet…
Quebec announces new cannabis branch CEO
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
The BC government is launching a paid Cannabis Sales Data program
The provincial regulator in British Columbia sent an email to stakeholders today promoting a new sales data program. The yearly data plan will soon be…
Ontario celebrates their 1,000 cannabis stores
Ontario recently licensed their 1,000th cannabis store, 6 of Spade, in Toronto. The achievement celebrates numerous cannabis retail milestones in Canada’s most populated province.
Newest cannabis store robbery reignites calls to change opaque window rules
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Citing academic concerns, petition seeks to stop new cannabis stores at UBC
Some UBC students and residents are expressing concern for plans for two cannabis stores that are planned to open on University land.
Green Party in Finland calls for cannabis legalization, regulation
The Green League, a green political party in Finland, has officially adopted a policy of cannabis legalization during a virtual party conference on September 12.
The Cannabis Society’s Business Conference – Sept 21
The Cannabis Society’s Business Conference on September 21st delivers both the European Medical Conference plus the MSO Growth and Consolidation Conference.
Quebec reports $136.5 million in sales in first quarter 2021
The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) announced the results of their first quarterly report today, bringing in $136.5 million in sales and $14.8 million in…
BC provides more details on direct sales model for fall 2022
The BC government is finalizing their plans for a direct-delivery program for cannabis nurseries and small scale cultivators, with a target date for implementation of…
Canada Post resuming some door-deliveries of cannabis
Canada Post resumed delivery of cannabis products to people’s doors at the end of August.
Court of Appeal sides with Quebec on home grow ban, next step is Supreme Court
Quebec’s Court of Appeal has sided with the Quebec government this week on the province’s ban on home grown cannabis. The opposition says they plan…
Cannabis sales grew over 140% in BC over past year
Sales of cannabis in British Columbia grew 140% over the past year, according to a recently released annual report from the provincial cannabis distributor, while…
Could Nova Scotia’s new conservative government seek to privatize cannabis retail?
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Unicorn Cup brings cannabis, culture, and camping to the Kootenays
A small outdoor festival celebrating local cannabis culture is taking place at Rosebud Lake in BC’s Kootenay Mountains this weekend.
BC CSU lists 4 dispensary fines worth $1.2 million, another 29 outstanding
British Columbia’s cannabis enforcement agency has collected more than $1.2 million in administrative penalties from unlicensed dispensaries since it began enforcement activities in July 2019.
New Brunswick announces plans for cannabis farmgate
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
New Brunswick cannabis producer partners with local First Nation for medical cannabis access
E.C.O. Canadian Organics, the University of New Brunswick, GITPO Spirit Lodge, and Natoaganeg First Nation announced a partnership to provide access to medical cannabis for…
Bonify is “winding down” operations in the coming weeks
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
AtlantiCann’s Msiku takes top prize in first annual Cannabis NB Cup
Cannabis NB announced the winners of their Cannabis NB cup today, with the top prize going to First Nation’s owned AtlantiCann in Nova Scotia.
Micro producer hopes to change the game with new medical platform
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…
Court awards plaintiff $26,267 for medical cannabis following auto accident
A BC court recently sided with a plaintiff who was seeking damages from a car accident, including a payment of $26,267 for medical cannabis.
Survey: Canadians supportive of cannabis retail stores in their community
New research from US-based Weedmaps into the Canadian cannabis market shows that Canadians are now more likely to support the presence of cannabis retail stores…
OCS pausing product calls while they refine their process
Ontario has recently informed cannabis producers that the OCS will soon be pausing new product calls as they reconfigure their product call system.
Incorrect labelling triggers recall of pre-rolls on Ontario
Peace Naturals has recalled one lot of their Spinach Blue Dream dried cannabis pre-rolls due to mislabeled THC and CBD levels.
BC cannabis retailers now able to deliver cannabis to consumers
As of July 15, private cannabis retailers in BC are now allowed to take orders and payments online and then deliver them to the consumer,…
A Stoned Moose is passing out free cannabis clones in Ontario
In addition to our ongoing feature profiles series highlighting many of the different cannabis businesses operating in Canada, StratCann has covered a lot of unique…