Boxing Week Blowout! Save Hundreds on Grow Up 2024!

Boxing Week Blowout! Save Hundreds on Grow Up 2024!

by | Dec 26, 2023 | Grow Up News

Celebrate Boxing Week with Grow Up and Save Hundreds

Unlock Your 2024 Potential Now!

Season’s Greetings and warm wishes for a safe and joyous holiday season from all of us at Grow Up!

As we reflect on the year gone by and anticipate the big things in store for 2024, we’re thrilled to share an exclusive Boxing Week offer to help you save some money and elevate your business in the Canadian cannabis industry.

Boxing Week Exclusive Offer

Save hundreds this Boxing Week! Register before December 31, 2023, and receive a special 10% discount off early bird pricing on your booth purchase and/or ticket registration for either of our 2024 events. Simply use Promo Code: BOXINGWEEK23 to unlock your savings.

Unmatched Industry Engagement
At Grow Up, we’re committed to providing unique value and opportunities that set us apart:

  • Direct Interaction: Speak directly with the actual growers, brand owners and decision makers.
  • Streamlined Lead Management: Enhance your follow-up strategy with our intuitive platform allowing you to effortlessly gather contact details of booth visitors, enabling seamless download and follow-up after the show, ensuring continuous engagement and post-show success. (included with your booth)
  • Targeted Networking: Our exclusive speed-networking events, official networking parties, awards, and growers luncheon pave the way for meaningful discussions and provide tailored opportunities to establish valuable industry connections. Relax and continue the conversation at the ‘CANNA Networking Lounge,’ designed to cultivate lasting industry relationships in a comfortable setting.
  • Cannabis Sampling: Explore the latest in cannabis brands in our Brands and Buyers / Sampling Zone, a highlight for many attendees.
  • Complimentary Retail Buyer Access: Retail store owners, managers, and buyers play a vital role in our Brands and Buyers Zone. We continue to offer complimentary tickets to qualified retail buyers to join us in Toronto and Alberta. Apply today Toronto Retail Buyer Application and Alberta Retail Buyer Application.

Join us for our 2024 Events:

We look forward to seeing you take part in shaping the future of the cannabis industry with us. Here’s to a prosperous New Year filled with growth, innovation, and success.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, The Grow Up Conference and Expo Team

This offer is our way of saying thank you for contributing to the growth of the cannabis industry. Let’s make 2024 a landmark year together!

The Speed Networking event provided a unique platform to connect and unlock new opportunities with some of the best in the Industry. Valuable insights and conversations during this event have led to meaningful collaboration.

Ian Scott

VP of Operations, Plantlife

About Grow Up
Grow Up Conference and Expo is a Canadian-owned and operated leader in the cannabis industry, dedicated to driving innovation and community since 2017. We connect attendees with growers, brand owners, and key decision-makers. Our event is built a strong community of learning and growth among cultivation and retail professionals. Offering targeted networking events creates meaningful engagement and lasting relationships. Our Brands and Buyers Zone, featuring exclusive cannabis sampling opportunities, is specifically designed to promote commerce and market access for growers across Canada. This reflects our deep commitment and focus on growers achieving financial success and establishing a strong market presence, ultimately driving the industry forward.

Grow Up is more than just a conference and tradeshow; it’s a pivotal platform dedicated to shaping the future of cannabis in Canada and beyond, building strong, long-lasting relationships within the industry

Announcing Grow Up Toronto 2024

Announcing Grow Up Toronto 2024

by | Dec 14, 2023 | Grow Up News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Grow Up Toronto 2024: Canada’s Premier Cannabis Industry Event Arrives in Toronto

Toronto, ON – December 15, 2023 – Get ready, Toronto! The highly-anticipated Grow Up Conference and Expo is making its return to Ontario. From May 27th to 29th, 2024, the Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre will host Grow Up Toronto 2024, Canada’s leading cannabis industry event, bringing a wealth of opportunities to Toronto’s cannabis community.

In a significant move, this marks Grow Up’s first venture into Toronto, a city recognized for its pivotal role in Canada’s cannabis landscape.

Inaugural Event: Grow Up’s First Executive Summit
Date: May 27, 2024

We’re thrilled to introduce the Grow Up Executive Summit, an exclusive one-day gathering that promises to be a pivotal moment for the industry. This summit brings together influential voices and industry leaders for insightful discussions and strategic networking.

What to Expect at Grow Up Toronto 2024:
This year, we’re bringing in hundreds of retail buyers, offering them a unique opportunity to sample products from hundreds of brands. This groundbreaking approach directly connects producers with retail purchasers, making it a must-attend event for both.

Grow Up Toronto 2024 showcases:

  • Industry Conference and Tradeshow: Dive into the latest cannabis trends, technologies, and opportunities.
  • Brands and Buyers Zone: Connect with licensed producers and retail buyers.
  • Speed Networking: Forge valuable relationships in a dynamic setting.
  • Sampling: Experience the finest cannabis products available.
  • Grow Up Awards: Recognizing excellence in the cannabis sector.
  • Consumption Lounge: Unwind and network in a relaxed atmosphere.
  • Networking Parties: Enjoy unforgettable social events.

Retailer buyers can apply for a free ticket here: https://growupconference.com/toronto/retail-buyer-application/

Exclusive Multi-show Offer for Exhibitors:
You can save 10% when booking multiple shows with Grow Up. Our next show is Grow Up Alberta, September 29 – October 1, 2024 at the Edmonton Convention Centre. Please contact us at sales@growupconference.com for more details.

Limited Opportunities Available:

Reserve Your Booth
Become a Partner
Become a Speaker

Hurry, as early bird pricing for Grow Up Toronto 2024 ends on January 31, 2024.

For more information, registration, and inquiries, please visit Grow Up Toronto 2024.

Grow Up Alberta
NEW DATES: September 29 – October 1, 2024
Edmonton Convention Centre
 

About Grow Up Cannabis Conference and Expo:
Grow Up Conference and Expo is proud to make its debut in Toronto. Since 2017, we have been at the forefront of bringing forward-thinkers, trailblazers, and experts together to explore, connect, and innovate in the Canadian cannabis industry. For more information, visit Grow Up Conference.

Toronto, ON, May 27-29, 2024. Join top growers, the biggest brands, largest retailers, suppliers, manufacturers, extraction equipment/services, hundreds of top speakers/keynotes and thousands of delegates together to bring you up-to-date on proven methods, innovations and technology. This year’s expo will include the Brands and Buyers Zone, Masterclass Technical Series, Speed Networking, Seed Exchange and much more.

Load-in: Monday May 27, 2024
Expo: May 28-29, 2024

Book now. There are a limited number of booths available.

Futurola to Returns as a Platinum Partner to Grow Up Alberta May 26-28, 2024

Futurola to Returns as a Platinum Partner to Grow Up Alberta May 26-28, 2024

by | Nov 16, 2023 | Grow Up News, Platinum Partner

Futurola, The Future of Rolling ™ and winner of the 2023 Grow Up Awards “Pre-Roll Equipment of the Year”, will be returning as a Platinum Partner to Grow Up Alberta, May 26-28, 2024 at the Edmonton Convention Centre .

Futurola embodies the essence of innovation with their full spectrum of personal and production rolling equipment and we are thrilled to have them on board as a Platinum Sponsor. Bring your team to the show and SAVE on tickets. This is the perfect opportunity to choose pre roll equipment for your facility. Bring your team together for the biggest Cannabis event in the west. The Grow Up Conference will have something for every department.

Futurola began in the 90s through several successful Amsterdam coffee shops. Their desire to source a better paper led them to a high-quality, thin French rolling paper made from arabic gum of acacia trees. Their next innovation was a king size cone rolling machine that positively impacted Amsterrdam’s smoking culture. In 2013 they entered the US market and today processors all across Canada use Futurola products to quickly and efficiently bring preroll products to their Canadian Customers. Futurola is still family owned with a location in Amsterdam and another in Los Angeles.

Futurola Knockboxes offer the ability to evenly stuff 50, 100, or 300 cones in two minutes. They also offer a full line of Artisanal cones  for use with the Knockbox machines including various sizes, paper types and blunts. Before cones can be stuffed, the beautiful buds must be finely ground and Futurola has that step covered as well. Futurola’s powerful  Shredders will prepare 1, 3, or 5 pounds of flowers in 5 seconds making the entire production process simple and straightforward. For Retail Stores, Futurola offers a complete line of personal rolling accessories. Choose from rolling trays, handheld cone rollers and various types of papers and tips. Be sure to stop by the Futurola booth and see how their products can help your business.

Learn more:
Website https://futurola.com/

Schedule a Consultation:
https://futurola.com/pages/schedule-a-consultation
IG @futurola

Submissions Open for Top 40 Cannabis Leaders in Canada

Submissions Open for Top 40 Cannabis Leaders in Canada

by | Oct 19, 2023 | Grow Up News

October 16, 2023, Victoria (BC): After a successful show in Victoria, BC, attended by more than a thousand cannabis industry leaders, hosting the first onsite cannabis sampling in BC and an interview with the iconic Tommy Chong, Grow Up has announced the inaugural Top 40 Cannabis Leaders in Canada 2024.

The Top 40 list will recognize influential leaders in the cannabis industry who are trailblazers in the growth, development and innovation of the cannabis industry, and celebrate their relentless, courageous, and innovative dedication to elevate the industry.

“The cannabis industry is brimming with talent, passion and expertise, and we’re excited to recognize the innovators, trailblazers and dedicated industry members who are truly building the foundation for the future of cannabis,” says Randy Rowe, President of Grow Up Conference & Expo.

Leaders can be nominated now through the Grow Up Conference website, with submissions closing on December 15, 2023. A judging panel will carefully review all applications, with winners to be announced in January 2024.

Cannabis industry professionals are invited to self-nominate or nominate a staff member or colleague. Nominees must be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant or resident, and Canadians working around the globe are eligible.

A leader can be a person in any cannabis industry role who has been instrumental in the success of a business, product or initiative. Retailers, growers, business experts, owners, managers, investors, budtenders, innovators, technology gurus, educators, researchers, and other active cannabis leaders qualify as a potential nominee, no matter how extensive their history in this space may be. Only members of the cannabis industry will be considered eligible.

The final list may also include individuals not nominated, as decided in confidence by Grow Up.

The nominees will be notified by January 1, 2024, and must keep their inclusion confidential until the official announcement of the Grow Up Top 40 Cannabis Leaders in Canada 2024. Each nominee will be asked to provide additional information.

In addition, the 2023 Grow Up Industry Award Winners were announced on Sunday October 1, with Ted Smith, Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club, receiving recognition for his unwavering dedication to cannabis and patients with a lifetime achievement award, Tommy Chong was the recipient of the Legends of Cannabis award, and Vancouver Island retailer, Violet Wild Cannabis Co, awarded as Independent Retailer of the Year, presented by Weedpool.

For a full list of winners, please visit Grow Up here.

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About Grow Up Cannabis Conference & Expo:
Established in 2017, Grow Up Conference & Expo has been hailed a top cannabis industry event in Canada, hosting events in Niagara Falls, ON, Victoria, BC, and Edmonton, AB. With decades of experience creating nationally renowned high-profile events, trade summits and shows around the world, Grow Up is committed to bringing forward-thinkers, trailblazers and experts together. For more information, visit growupconference.com.

 
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CANNA presents the networking lounge at Grow Up Victoria, October 1-3, 2023

CANNA presents the networking lounge at Grow Up Victoria, October 1-3, 2023

by | Sep 20, 2023 | Featured, Grow Up News

CANNA PRESENTS THE NETWORKING LOUNGE AT GROW UP SHOW IN VICTORIA, OCTOBER 2-3, 2023

Grow Up Conference is excited to have CANNA presenting our Networking Area. Grow Up Conference will take place downtown Victoria at the Victoria Conference Center, October 1-3, 2023. Dutch company CANNA is the pioneer and global market leader in the world of intensive indoor growing, and we are thrilled to be working along side them once again. The CANNA networking lounge has become a show staple; a comfortable meeting place for friends and colleagues alike to put up their feet after exploring the show floor.

Early Entry – Morning Coffee and Pastries
9am – 10am @ CANNA will be providing coffee and pastries for exhibitors, all-access and VIP pass holders. 

TOMMY CHONG MEET-N-GREET
9am – 10am @ CANNA Networking Lounge
Open to All Access and VIP delegates only.

CANNA is there to help all growers at every scale to achieve an optimal result, by offering easy-to-use, quality & consistent products. Research and development is the cornerstone of CANNA and they pride themselves on sharing their extensive knowledge & experiences with growers worldwide.

CANNA Production facility in the Netherlands Video:

Get the full CANNA Experience by exploring the pillars of their philosophy below:

INNOVATION & RESEARCH
CANNA has partnered with a fully licensed cannabis cultivator, Mauve et Herbes to establish their first Canadian Research & Knowledge center with the objective to further conduct on-going research for the best input on how to grow quality crops.

CANNA Canada Research Facility Video:

QUALITY & CONSISTENCY
CANNA strives for security in the production process by using consistent and clean inputs, and ultimately to ensure that the grower has, one less thing to worry about!

EASE OF USE
We offer different product ranges for multiple ways of growing. Each product range is specifically designed for the characteristics of the growing medium. We’ve got your back when it comes to maximizing the yield of your crops.

SHARING KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCES
At CANNA, they are passionate people that strive to help growers understand plants better, overcome challenges, support each other and get optimal results. The CANNAtalk events offer the unique opportunity for passionate growers to interact and discuss current opportunities and challenges within the industry.

CANNAtalkTrailer

EXPLORE CANNA RESOURCES & FOLLOW THE TEAM ONLINE:

https://linktr.ee/cannacanada
Instagram @cannacanadaofficial
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CannaCanadaOfficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canna-canada
CONTACT THE TEAM DIRECTLY FOR TECHNICAL GROWING SUPPORT
info@canna.ca

SUBSCRIBE TO THE CANNATALK COMMUNITY

for upcoming events and newsletter
https://www.canna.ca/cannatalk

Record-Breaking Voting. New Format, New Pricing

Record-Breaking Voting. New Format, New Pricing

by | Aug 29, 2023 | Grow Up News

New Format, New Pricing

Record-Breaking Voting
2023 Grow Up Awards Gala

Grow Up Industry Awards, October 1, 2023

We’re excited to share some fantastic updates about the upcoming Grow Up Awards!

Record-Breaking Voting
A huge thank you to all who participated in the awards voting this year. We received an incredible 13,000+ votes, shattering all previous records. This amazing turnout is a testament to the vibrant community that makes up the Canadian cannabis industry. Congratulations to our finalists! We encourage you to be part of the event and get the recognition you deserve.

New Format, New Pricing
In an effort to make this occasion even more special, we’ve updated the format of our event. Instead of the previous dinner format at the Crystal Gardens, we’re switching to a theatre-style awards celebration in the Lecture Hall at the Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas St. Victoria BC. This allows us to lower the ticket price to just $60 per person and include it in the price of a VIP pass.

Here’s what the evening will look like on Sunday, October 1:

  • Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 pm
  • Awards ceremony at 6:00 pm, hosted by Jenny West of 91.7 – The Zone
  • All award winners will be announced
  • Special awards for:
    Grower of the Year: To be announced
    Legends of Cannabis: Tommy Chong
    Hall of Fame: Kevin Jodrey
    Pioneer of Cannabis: Wanda James
    Lifetime Achievement Award: Ted Smith
  • After-party, Celebrating the Best in Cannabis, at the Sticky Wicket, Open to ticket and badge holders, starting at 8:00 pm

Our goal with this new format is to make the awards more accessible and affordable for everyone who wishes to attend. 

We’re thrilled about these changes and we can’t wait to Celebrate the Best in Cannabis with all of you!

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW

Get Your Company in Front of the Best in the Industry

Custom Sponsorships available
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Grow Up Announces Tommy Chong as a Speaker and Recipient of the Legends of Cannabis Award

Grow Up Announces Tommy Chong as a Speaker and Recipient of the Legends of Cannabis Award

by | Aug 11, 2023 | Featured, Grow Up News

VICTORIA, BC – August 8, 2023 – Grow Up Conference and Expo, Canada’s premier cannabis event, is thrilled to announce legendary cannabis advocate and icon, Tommy Chong, as the keynote speaker for this year’s event taking place October 1st – 3rd, 2023 at the Victoria Conference Centre.

Known for his influential work in comedy and his staunch support for cannabis legalization, Tommy Chong will reflect on his career and life in cannabis at our fireside chat moderated by his son and podcast host, Paris Chong at the Grow Up VIP Conference on Sunday, October 1. In his keynote, Chong will share his unique insights into the cannabis industry, his early years in Vancouver, his experiences as an activist, and his front-row seat to the ever-changing cultural impact of cannabis over the years.

In addition to his keynote, Chong will be honoured with the Legends of Cannabis Award at the Grow Up Industry Awards Gala on the same day. This inaugural award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth of the cannabis industry both locally and globally.

“It’s a tremendous honour to have Tommy Chong as our keynote speaker and recipient of the Legends of Cannabis Award,” said Randy Rowe, President and CEO of Grow Up Conference. “His fearless advocacy and undeniable humour have made a lasting impact, not just on our industry, but on the world. We can’t wait to hear his insights and stories on stage with his son, Paris Chong.”

Grow Up Victoria is a full-spectrum B2B cannabis event that connects thousands of cannabis companies with a complete view of the industry. Celebrating growers, suppliers, and retail, Grow Up focuses on education, collaboration, and growth in the rapidly evolving cannabis market.

The announcement of Tommy Chong as keynote speaker adds a significant highlight to an already packed agenda that includes over 60 exhibitors, the Brand and Buyers Zone, our new and exciting brand and retailer speed networking presented by Weed Pool, and a wide array of networking opportunities.

Tickets for the event, including VIP passes to Tommy Chong’s keynote, are available now. Reserve your spot and be part of this exciting and pivotal event in the world of cannabis.

GET YOUR TICKET OR RESERVE YOUR TABLE TODAY
Futurola to Attend Victoria Grow Up Conference October 1-3 2023

Futurola to Attend Victoria Grow Up Conference October 1-3 2023

by | Aug 1, 2023 | Grow Up News, Platinum Partner

Futurola, The Future of Rolling ™ will be attending the Victoria Grow Up Conference October 1-3, 2023. Futurola embodies the essence of innovation with their full spectrum of personal and production rolling equipment and we are thrilled to have them on board as a Platinum Sponsor. Bring your team to the show and SAVE on tickets. This is the perfect opportunity to choose pre roll equipment for your facility. VIP Team and Industry packages are the ultimate team builder and best available Grow Up experience. Bring your team together for the biggest Cannabis event in the west. The Grow Up Conference will have something for every department.

Futurola began in the 90s through several successful Amsterdam coffee shops. Their desire to source a better paper led them to a high-quality, thin French rolling paper made from arabic gum of acacia trees. Their next innovation was a king size cone rolling machine that positively impacted Amsterrdam’s smoking culture. In 2013 they entered the US market and today processors all across Canada use Futurola products to quickly and efficiently bring preroll products to their Canadian Customers. Futurola is still family owned with a location in Amsterdam and another in Los Angeles.

Futurola Knockboxes offer the ability to evenly stuff 50, 100, or 300 cones in two minutes. They also offer a full line of Artisanal cones  for use with the Knockbox machines including various sizes, paper types and blunts. Before cones can be stuffed, the beautiful buds must be finely ground and Futurola has that step covered as well. Futurola’s powerful  Shredders will prepare 1, 3, or 5 pounds of flowers in 5 seconds making the entire production process simple and straightforward. For Retail Stores, Futurola offers a complete line of personal rolling accessories. Choose from rolling trays, handheld cone rollers and various types of papers and tips. Be sure to stop by the Futurola booth and see how their products can help your business.

Learn more:
Website https://futurola.com/

Schedule a Consultation:
https://futurola.com/pages/schedule-a-consultation
IG @futurola