Cultivating Reconciliation: Indigenous Perspectives in Canada’s Cannabis Landscape

In recent years , the Canadian cannabis industry has undergone a profound transformation, transitioning from a historically marginalized sector to a legitimate market. However, this journey towards legitimacy hasn’t been without its complexities, particularly when considering the Indigenous perspectives and the process of reconciliation. This panel brings together experts, thought leaders, and Indigenous voices to delve into the intersection of Indigenous rights, cannabis legalization, and ongoing reconciliation efforts in Canada.
Moderator: Stacey Duff

C45 Association Networking Event

Join us at the Cannabis Connect Networking Event, where professionals from the thriving cannabis industry come together to forge new connections and foster collaboration. Enjoy an evening of stimulating conversations, while indulging in a variety of delicious appetizers and refreshing drinks. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network and stay ahead in the rapidly growing cannabis sector.

Brands and Buyers Speed Networking

Welcome to the Brands and Buyers Speed Networking event at Grow Up Alberta on Monday, May 29, 2023! This high-energy event is designed to connect innovative cannabis brands with top retail buyers in the industry, giving them the opportunity to showcase their products, store, expand their network, and drive business growth.
Host: Brittney Guthrie 

Brands and Buyers Speed Networking

Welcome to the Brands and Buyers Speed Networking event at Grow Up Alberta on Monday, May 29, 2023! This high-energy event is designed to connect innovative cannabis brands with top retail buyers in the industry, giving them the opportunity to showcase their products, store, expand their network, and drive business growth.
Host: Brittney Guthrie 

CANNATALK: Predictive Growing & Reaching Production Targets

Discover the future of cannabis cultivation at our engaging panel. Join industry experts as they delve into advanced techniques, cutting-edge technologies, and data-driven strategies that enable cultivators to optimize yield, quality, and consistency. Gain invaluable insights into predictive analytics, automation, and innovative methodologies that revolutionize the way we grow cannabis, ensuring growers meet and exceed their production goals.
Co-Moderators: Nico Hache & Shannon Kloet

Masters of Craft Discussion: What is Cannabis Culture?

The cannabis industry is quite unique in a number of ways. One of those things that truly sets cannabis apart is that it isn’t just an industry… it’s also a culture with quite a rich history! And for better or for worse, this culture is often completely ignored by regulators at all levels of government. For this discussion, we welcome Sandra and Remo Colasanti, living legends of cannabis who have been heavily involved in both cannabis industry and culture for decades to discuss what cannabis culture means to them.

State of Craft Discussion: The State of Craft Cannabis in Canada Today

One of our favorite episodes from the State of Craft podcast featured Bubbleman as a guest. Marcus had a way of dropping some serious knowledge that opened eyes and minds to all kinds of new concepts. We asked Marcus if he’d be open to having a discussion on the state of the legal craft cannabis industry in person, and he said yes. This conversation will be guided by three questions: What is going well with legal craft cannabis? What is not going well? What changes would you make to address these issues?

Masters of Craft Discussion: Brand Building ~ How can you use Social Media to Grow a Cannabis Brand?

In today’s connected society, many marketers believe that it’s near impossible to build a successful brand without a strong social media component. Yet this presents a challenge for the cannabis industry, where both regulatory and corporate policies have led to countless accounts being shut down. How can one build a cannabis brand via social media despite these limitations? Join us for a discussion between two experts on social media use within the cannabis market.