Tommy Chong Returns Home

We are thrilled to announce that Tommy Chong, legendary cannabis advocate, comedian, and actor, will be returning to his hometown of Edmonton to participate in a series of special events, including our Kick-Off Riverboat Party, meet-n-greet and an interview with his son Paris.

Keynote: Minister Nally

The Impact of the Red Tape Reduction Act on Alberta’s Cannabis Industry

Learn how the Red Tape Reduction Act is reshaping Alberta’s cannabis industry. We will discuss the progress made in reducing regulatory hurdles, enhancing sampling and retail experiences, and explore future initiatives such as farmgate sales and public consumption.

Canadian Cannabis Championship

Grow Up is proud to be bringing the Canadian Cannabis Championship back to Alberta, Sunday September 29, 2024, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. The top licensed producers in cannabis flower/pre-rolls/vape catridges and concentrates will be competing for the title of best in Canada by live judging in the Grow Up Consumption Lounge. Consumers welcome.

Canada's Largest Industry Tradeshow

Get your company in front of top growers, the best brands, largest retailers, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, hundreds of top speakers/keynotes and thousands of delegates.

Riverboat Kick-off Party Early

Limited Seats to this Exclusive Event

Saturday September 28, 2024 (8:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Riverboat Kick-off Party aboard the Edmonton Queen. This exclusive event is limited to just 150 tickets, offering an intimate setting to kick off the Grow Up Alberta weekend. Your ticket grants you access to a night filled with food, music, and the stunning scenery of Edmonton’s River Valley. A special opportunity to meet cannabis icon Tommy Chong as we cruise along the river. Enjoy the beats of a live DJ. Drinks will be available for purchase at the cash bar.

Retail Buyer Application

Grow Up brings Brands and Buyers together.

Are you ready to take your cannabis retail business to new heights? Step into the Brand and Buyers Zone, where retail store owners, managers, and buyers can connect with industry-leading brands and uncover the latest cannabis products and innovations.

Previous Speaking Engagements at Grow Up:
2021 Niagara Falls | 2022 Niagara Falls | 2022 Victoria BC | 2023 Alberta

Genevieve Newton

Genevieve is the Head Grower & Director of Cultivation at Stewart Farms. She is transplanted to the East Coast of Canada, from Alberta. She grew up around southern Saskatchewan, moving to Edmonton Alberta in summer 2003 to finish her social work studies at the U of A. After retiring from social work in the summer of 2018, she jumped right into the newly forming legal cannabis industry. Today she is successfully managing the Stewart Farms aquaponics-living soil facility in St. Stephen, NB as well as 4 partnered micro-cultivation sites in New Brunswick & Nova Scotia.

She has won multiple awards for her craft cannabis and was most recently honoured at the 2022 Grow up Conference & Expo in Niagara. Stewart Farms and her chosen cultivar Daily Grape won 3rd place in Canada’s first legal Cannabis Cup. Previously a Cup winner at Hempfest Canada 2021 for growing the highest CBD flower, highest THC flower as well as placing 1st for Top Female Grower. She has facilitated numerous educational podcasts and info sessions, and spend her free time teaching, mentoring and consulting others in cannabis cultivation, infusions and consumption.

She is an impassioned believer in growing for business and pleasure, and to date has grown over 300 different cannabis cultivars. She is truly invested in helping create safe places and safe communities for cannabis industry workers and enthusiasts. She is constantly striving to grow and develop the best craft cannabis on the Canadian market and change the negative way people still think about cannabis today.

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