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Conference Schedule

Edmonton, May 26-28, 2024

We are returning to Alberta. 2023 was a great success and we look forward to hosting our 9th Conference and Expo at the Edmonton Convention Centre in beautiful downtown Edmonton. Canada's largest collection of growers, retailers and brands.

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Schedule-at-a-Glance

Scotiabank Convention Centre

Edmonton Convention Centre

9797 Jasper Ave NW,
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada, T5J 1N9

 

Sunday May 28, 2023

8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Conference Registration

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Exhibitor Load-in/Setup

9:00 am – 4:30 pm
VIP Conference

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Canadian Cannabis Championship Flower judging in the Consumption Lounge

3:00pm – 10:00pm
Route 1 Agency and Canadian Cannabis Exchange presents the Meet the Brands and Exhibitor Networking Party
Pendennis Building, 9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton

Monday May 29, 2023

9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Registration Opens

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Coffee Networking – Hall D
VIP pass holders and exhibitors only

10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Industry Expo / Main Stage / Brand & Buyers Stage / Canna Networking Lounge

10:45 am – 4:15 pm
CertiCraft Stage (Consumption Lounge)

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Canadian Cannabis Championship Hash judging in the Consumption Lounge

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Seed Exchange Zone

7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Official Industry Networking Party
(The Banquet Bar, ICE District)
Presented by Hyde Advisory & Investments and Fuego

Tuesday May 30, 2023

9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration Opens

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Coffee Networking – Hall D
VIP pass holders and exhibitors only

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Industry Expo / Main Stage / Brand & Buyers Stage / Canna Networking Lounge

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
2:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Masterclass Technical Workshop

11:00 am – 3:30 pm
CertiCraft Stage (Consumption Lounge)

1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
CANNA presents the 6th Annual Grower’s Luncheon (Invite Only)

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Seed Exchange Zone

2023 Schedule

FULL SCHEDULE
VIP DAY
HIGH NORTH STAGE
BRAND STAGE
CERTICRAFT STAGE
SUN. MAY 28, 2023
MON. MAY 29, 2023
TUES. MAY 30, 2023
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VIP DAY
Sunday May 28, 2023

SUN. MAY 28, 2023
MON. MAY 29, 2023
TUES. MAY 30, 2023
REGISTER
DAY 1: Industry Conference & Expo
Monday May 29, 2023

10:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Opening Remarks

Grow Up would like to welcome everyone as we officially start Grow Up Alberta with a land acknowledgement and Grow Up'President and CEO, Randy Rowe
10:15 AM — 11:15 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Fireside Chat “Putting the Cannabis Genie back in the Medicine Bottle”

This panel will explore the opportunities and challenges of exporting medical cannabis from Canada. With Canada being a leader in the global market for medical cannabis, experts will discuss regulatory considerations, export logistics, market trends, and potential benefits and risks of exporting. This discussion is valuable for licensed producers, investors, and stakeholders in the medical cannabis industry who want to stay informed on this rapidly evolving sector.
Moderator: Kieley Beaudry
11:30 AM — 12:30 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

“A Jew, a Hindu, and a Rastafarian walk into a consumption lounge" - Faith & Fire

Explicitly written in the spiritual texts of many faiths - the bond between cannabis and religion runs deep.  Join our panelists as they reveal the roots of cannabis within their faith, as well as highlighting where the current stigma against this spiritual medicine has evolved.
Moderated by: Dr. Av Singh
1:00 PM — 1:30 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

From Seed to Sale: Exploring what Phenohunting means to Micro-Cultivators

Join our expert panelists as they delve into the world of phenohunting and the selection of winning cultivars suitable for micro-cultivators. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of phenohunting, the science behind the process, and how it can help small-scale cultivators create unique and sought-after strains. Our panelists will share their experiences and insights on the benefits and challenges of phenohunting, and how to leverage it to build a successful micro-cultivation business. Whether you're an experienced grower or just starting out, this panel is a must-attend for anyone interested in exploring the world of phenohunting and selecting winning cultivars.
Moderator: Andrew Hand
1:30 PM — 2:15 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

The Alberta Controlled Substance Council: Uniting the Industry and Fostering Growth

Join Shauna Feth, President and CEO of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, along with council co-chairs and key members, as they unveil the newly formed Alberta Controlled Substance Council. This panel will discuss the council's mission, governance model, and objectives while highlighting their role as a unified voice for the cannabis industry in Alberta. Learn about the council's plans to foster collaboration with AGLC and the provincial government, and discover the impact they aim to make on the industry. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from the leaders shaping the future of cannabis in Alberta.
Moderator: Shauna Feth
2:15 PM — 3:00 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Hash - The Future & New Innovations

As hash and extraction specialists emerge from the legacy market and have easier access to combine their art with science the cannabis industry is being introduced to new equipment and new techniques that not only improve quality of the product but make the QAP happier and make the Preventative Control Plan easier to create.  Come and join our innovative hash and extract artists/scientists as they share new innovations.
Moderated by: Jameson Welbourn
3:15 PM — 3:30 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Intercanopy Lighting and profitability

3:30 PM — 4:30 PM
Monday May 29th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

C45 Association Panel - We are all part of Quality - It's Long and Winding Road

The C45 Association serves as a national private-sector advocate for compliance and quality in the Canadian Cannabis sector, geared towards enabling the industry to grow and prosper.
Moderator: David Brown


 

SUN. MAY 28, 2023
MON. MAY 29, 2023
TUES. MAY 30, 2023
REGISTER
DAY 2: Industry Conference & Expo
Tuesday May 30, 2023
10:30 AM — 11:15 AM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

The Mentor, The CEO, and the Director of Cultivation – Tying cannabis legacy into Today’s Market

Join industry leaders, as they explore the vital connection between cannabis legacy and today's market. Gain insights into the lessons learned, strategic approaches, and cultivation advancements that bridge the gap between the past and the present. Don't miss this inspiring panel discussion that sets the tone for success in the evolving cannabis industry.
Moderator: Tanner Stewart
11:15 AM — 12:00 PM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Cannabis with a Cause - Dragonfly Earth Medicine

For the entirety of human existence cannabis has been a healer.  The medicinal and therapeutic benefits are indisputable but this amazing plant has offered so much more.  Join Josh & Kelly from Dragonfly Earth Medicine as they share their work in addressing social justice and environmental racism issues by the power of cannabis.
Moderator:  Antuanette Gomez
12:00 PM — 12:30 PM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Canadian Cannabis Championship Winners Presentation


The results are in! Our illustrious panel of judges have done the impossible and have selected the finest cannabis flower, hash, and concentrates in Canada.  Join Ganjier, Dwayne Bisson (Blaze - Cannabis Education & Promotions) as he highlights some sensory qualities of the winners and Matthew Don-Carolis (Segra) will provide a DNA fingerprint of the genetics behind some of the finalists.
12:30 PM — 1:15 PM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Running Mycelium - Can mushrooms be an exit strategy for cannabis cultivators?

No question that cannabis has served a foundational role in having mainstream society revisiting the opportunities of natural medicine. Can mushroom cultivation be an exit strategy for cannabis facilities looking to turn their infrastructure into something more profitable?
Moderator: Beth Rider
1:15 PM — 2:00 PM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Hope against Hop Latent Viroid

If cannabis had its own pandemic…it would be HLVd - Hop Latent Viroid.  From expressing dramatic symptoms to being asymptomatic this pathogen can have devastating consequences for an LP.  Join our scientific panel as they discuss treatment possibilities.
Moderated by: Dustan McLean
2:15 PM — 3:00 PM
Tuesday May 30th
Hall D
Passes needed:
High North Main Stage

Advances in Integrated Pest Management

Despite our best efforts in choosing the right genetics, creating the ideal environment, managing our fertility somehow pests and pathogens find their way into our gardens.  Join our scientific panel as they discuss new advances in the field of Integrated Pest Management.
Moderator: Claude Robert

Speaker Submissions

If you are in the cannabis growing industry and would like the opportunity to speak at Grow Up Conference and Expo, please click here to apply.