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

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Previous Speaking Engagements at Grow Up:
2022 Niagara Falls

Ross Melvin

Ross takes great pride in his work as a cannabis grower and geneticist. He facilitates, plans, executes, and tests the selection and breeding of cannabis plants with the intent to continuously improve the cannabis gene pool. He does this by selecting and breeding for specific traits, such as improved plant performance and production in the areas of terpene/thc/cbd production, plant morphology, flower structure/density, higher yields, and shorter finishing times.

This work led Ross to form Alchemy Genetics in 2019, a company that enables cannabis cultivators to access Ross’ award-winning genetics. When asked why he does the work he does, he shares, “when I hear my work with the plant has helped change or improve someone’s life for the better in some form or capacity, [I feel proud].”

Ross currently resides on the traditional territories of the Anishinabewaki, Odawa, and Mississauga Nations, also known as Tiverton, Ontario, with his loving spouse, Sari.