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How the Cannabis Act and the Legalization of Marijuana Affect Travel to the US

Presentation

This session will explore the criminal and immigration ramifications to those working in the cannabis industry, when entering the US or Canada.

In particular we will discuss:

What will the impact of the new marijuana legislation on legalization on travel to the United States and Canada?

• What happens now if you are asked about whether you have used marijuana in the past?

• What can you do if found criminally inadmissible in Canada or the US because of pot use or DUI?

• How do the new laws affect those who are associated with the marijuana industry?

 

 

 

Natural Insect Control: Prevention The Key to Success For Your Bio Control Program

Presentation

Prevention of pests can be the key to managing your crop successfully and yes this can be done using beneficial insects.  The key pests for medical crops are Spider mite, Thrips and Fungus gnats, all of these pests have beneficial insects that can be established on the plants or in the soil to help manage them.  This seminar will explore the use of beneficial insects preventively and the role of monitoring in your crop. Beneficial insects should be considered an insurance policy for your crop!

 

Bright Ideas: What Light-Science is Revealing About LED, HPS, HID & Yield

Panel Discussion

In Drug War days, scientists could only do “Reefer Madness” research. Now we’re seeing the first peer-reviewed scientific research into cannabis yields and growth techniques, as colleges and universities train the a generation of legal cultivators. Among these: Laval University, which has partnered with Green Seal to research the ROI between various lighting products. This session will reveal the first round of results of the largest lighting experiment ever conducted (500 plants from eight companies), comparing the ROI between horticulture LEDs, regular LEDs and HPS (High Pressure Sodium lights). It’ll follow up with a discussion of the future of grow-lighting, growth tips and the part natural light could play.

Moderator: James Eaves, Laval University

 

Cannabis: An Exit Drug

Cannabis: An Exit Drug

Presentation

  • Former BC Health Minister and current Vice-President of Corporate and Social Responsibility at HEXO, Dr. Lake will discuss the critical role of legal cannabis for managing the opioid crisis.

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Based in Quebec, Hydropothecary / HEXO creates and distributes innovative, easy-to-use and easy-to-understand products to serve the Canadian cannabis market. One of the country’s lowest-cost producers, HEXO is rapidly increasing its production capacity in the lead up to the adult-use cannabis market. The Company currently operates with 310,000 sq. ft. of production capacity with construction on another 1,000,000 sq. ft. expansion set to be complete by year end. HEXO will serve the adult-use market under the HEXO brand, while continuing to serve its medical cannabis clients through the well-known Hydropothecary brand.  

 

Best HIGH for Cannabis Companies? Strong IP Protection

Presentation

The impending legalization of cannabis will increase the market value substantially. As a result, it is increasingly important that companies producing cannabis, cannabis products and devices seek to protect their Intellectual Property (IP) in Canada in order to increase their market share.

This session will focus on the protection of cannabis and related products through patents and Plant Breeders’ Rights(PBRs). A patent is a very important asset as it provides a monopoly to the owner to exclude others from making, using or selling the invention during the term of the patent, which is 20 years from the filing date. The session will discuss the types of cannabis related products that can be protected by patents. Plant Breeders’ Rights are also important as they give the cannabis breeder the exclusive rights to the propagating material of their novel cannabis variety for a period of 20 years including the right to sell, produce and reproduce, import and export propagating material of the variety as well as the right to authorize others to do the same.  Both patents and PBRs have very specific timing requirements and missing critical deadlines can put your rights up in smoke.

 

 

Probiotics and BioStimulants for Loud and Proud Cannabis

Presentation

A rapid rise in cannabis literacy has increased consumer attention to the importance of a robust cannabinoid and terpene profile.  Whether using soil or a soilless mix, growers are benefiting from the inclusion of various soil microbes and “foods” to heighten the plant response in the production of secondary metabolites like cannabinoids and terpenes.  Join Dr. Av Singh on best practices of matching the microorganism to what your plant needs and what your grower wants.

 

How Cannabis Companies Can Partner with Indigenous Nations (Invite Only)

How Cannabis Companies Can Partner with Indigenous Nations (Invite Only)

Networking Lunch

(Panel Discussion) Many indigenous nations have expressed an interest in the cannabis industry a means of economic opportunity and many are already open for business. In Canada there are varying degrees of acceptance and openness to doing business with cannabis companies as well as varying degrees of legislative understanding. This intimate discussion with some of the most respected indigenous business leaders and cannabis executives will guide you through the path forward and cover everything from putting together balanced deals, to navigating cultural sensitivities, band by-laws, and more. (Moderator: Chief Isadore Day)

This year, Grow Up will be focusing on cannabis and the First Nations community along with an Indigenous Luncheon on Saturday. These panels will feature well-respected indigenous figures and discuss current topics regarding the First Nations community and cannabis.

This luncheon is open to the Indigenous / First Nations  community and companies looking to explore cannabis opportunities within the First Nations community. You must R.S.V.P. or request an invite by September 1st, 2018.

INVITE ONLY

Sponsored by the Ontario First Nations Economic Developers Association and the 2018 First Nations Economic Advancement Conference

https://www.ofneda.com/

 

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Beyond Growing: It’s Complicated

Panel Discussion

As the industry expands rapidly what other business issues and developments should licensed producers be considering? Get an update from a cross-section of seasoned advisors on trending advancements required to remain competitive.

Moderator: Samantha Roman, Credible Cannabis Consulting