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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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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:
2026 Vancouver

Carolyn Cudmore

Carolyn Cudmore is an East Coast native who moved to Vancouver to pursue a career in video games as a Graphic UI designer. After years at the screen, she shifted gears to launch a successful catering company, channeling her creativity into food and craft. Drawn to Vancouver’s cannabis culture and anticipating legalization, Carolyn entered the legacy market, working in dispensaries and ACMPR grows, before founding The Preroll Factory, the precursor to the Canna Czar brand.

Her curiosity for innovation led her to explore new ways to use cannabis products as ingredients, including TWAX (to wax) – the art of infusing flower with concentrates, long before “infused preroll” was a buzzword. That drive to refine techniques and recipes culminated in the creation of the Canna Czar Twax Blunt, a handcrafted, four-times-infused organic hemp blunt wrap designed to deliver a premium smoking experience. In partnership with Village Farms Canadian Cannabis, Carolyn continues to help bridge the gap from legacy craft to legal production, bringing her artisanal approach and focus on exceptional user experiences to every venture.

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