Our biggest Grow Up since 2019, sold-out events, championship history, and what’s next in Toronto.

Grow Up Vancouver 2026 united Canada’s cannabis sector for three impactful days of leadership, learning, and celebration—becoming the biggest Grow Up gathering since 2019.

Energy filled every space, from the sold-out Executive Summit powered by StratCann to packed conference sessions, an active exhibition hall, and fully booked networking events—reflecting a sector advancing through innovation, partnership, and resilience.

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Sold-Out Executive Summit & Networking

This year’s Executive Summit powered by StratCann (Monday, January 19th, 2026) reached full capacity, welcoming government representatives, senior operators, and national industry leaders for high-level conversations on regulation, market stability, and the future of Canadian cannabis.

Momentum continued with a completely sold-out Speed Networking session (Tuesday, January 20th & 21st, 2026) , where retailers, brands, and buyers connected through fast-paced, deal-focused meetings that reinforced Grow Up’s role as a true business catalyst for the sector.

Canadian Cannabis Championship Highlights

One of the defining moments of the week was the Canadian Cannabis Championship (Monday, January 19th) hosted at Cannabis Culture/High Score , celebrating quality, consistency, and craft from producers across the country.

Origine Nature made history by earning back-to-back Gold with Golden Gauth, an achievement that underscores the strength of Quebec’s craft cannabis community and the national calibre of competition.

This year also marked the debut of Grow Up’s custom digital judging app , streamlining live scoring, improving transparency, and modernizing the judging experience for one of Canada’s most respected cannabis competitions.

Industry, Culture & Community

Beyond the conference program, attendees gathered for two official Grow Up Vancouver evening celebrations that carried the conference’s energy into the city.

On Monday, January 19, the industry came together across Pot Block, with activations at New Amsterdam Cafe and Cannabis Culture/High Score, creating a vibrant, community-driven kickoff that blended culture, connection, and classic Vancouver cannabis hospitality.

On Tuesday, January 20, the celebration continued at Shark Club, where exhibitors, speakers, and attendees connected in a larger social setting that reinforced the relationships and momentum built throughout the week.

Across the exhibition floor, masterclasses, and panel discussions, conversations focused on export readiness, cultivation innovation, genetics, retail evolution, and Indigenous leadership — clear signals of where Canada’s cannabis industry is headed next.

Next Stop: Grow Up Toronto — June 1–3, 2026

We’re excited to announce that Grow Up Toronto 2026 will take place June 1–3, 2026 . Tickets go on sale Monday February 16th.

Previous exhibitors receive priority access to reserve booth space ahead of the public launch.

Thank you to our speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, partners, and attendees who made Vancouver such a milestone moment. Your continued support keeps Grow Up at the center of Canada’s cannabis industry.

We look forward to seeing you in Toronto.

Previous Exhibitors Receive Front of the Line Booth Selection and Pre-Sale Discounted Rates until
February 15th, 2026: https://growupconference.com/toronto/reserve-your-booth/

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