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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 

CANNA Growers Luncheon

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR HEAD GROWERS (FILL OUT FORM HERE): These are the brightest minds in cannabis growth, sharing experiences, best practices and goodwill amongst growers. And this camaraderie will come in handy as the push for industry standardization grows. They’ll talk about a year of challenges, adjusting to regulations, and offer insight into how Health Canada can adjust its role to promote better growing and cannabis quality. Many relationships were forged among growers last year, and it’s not far-fetched to see a future advocacy group forming over the lunch table.

Masterclass Workshop: Everything Cannabis, Everywhere, All at Once

A fresh take at our Masterclass as we create a Cannabis Multiverse and create opportunities for intimate expert-to-expert conversations on all things cannabis cultivation. Attendees of this 1-hr long workshop will get the opportunity to learn and discuss topics of interest with some of this industry’s leading wisdom-sharers. All topics are being presented simultaneously, which allows the attendee to move from table to table as they see fit. Each host presenter will repeat the session following a 30 minute health break.

Table 1 – Post Harvest Drying + Curing
Table 2 – Propagation/Irrigation
Table 3 – Horizon Bed Systems
Table 4 – Integrated Pest Management
Table 5 – HVACD/Controls
Table 6 – Phenohunting
Table 7 – Labour Efficiencies
Table 8 – Crop Steering
Table 9 – Optimizing nutrients
Table 10 – Living Soil Beds

Moving Cannabis across the Pond and Beyond

Domestic cannabis consumption is not keeping up with local production of quality flower. At the same time the demand for Canadian cannabis abroad is increasing as emerging countries legalize medicinal cannabis. Is export of cannabis flower for everyone? Is it easy to do and what’s with all the acronyms (GAcP, cGMP, EU-GMP, CUMCS, etc.).  Join our illustrious panel of importers and exporters to learn more about moving cannabis.
Moderator:Annaliese Kibler

Navigating Retail: Insights and Strategies for Successful Cannabis Retail Operations in Alberta

The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) is the primary regulator of the cannabis industry in the province of Alberta. For retail owners, working with the AGLC can be a complex and challenging process, but it is also essential for the success of your business. This panel discussion will bring together experienced cannabis retail owners to share their insights and strategies for successfully navigating the AGLC, including how to stay compliant with regulations, manage inventory, and maintain a strong working relationship with the regulator. The panelists will also discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the cannabis retail industry in Alberta, and provide practical advice for new and existing retailers. This panel will be an invaluable resource for anyone interested in starting or operating a successful cannabis retail business in Alberta.
Moderator: Katy Perry

Building a Successful Canna-Tourism Industry: Insights and Strategies for Canada

Canada can become a hub for cannabis tourism. Explore the opportunities and challenges of using cannabis as an attraction in the Canadian tourism industry. Join our experts in the fields of tourism, hospitality, and cannabis, as they discuss the impact of cannabis legalization on the tourism industry, including consumption lounges, the growth of cannabis-themed tours, events, and experiences. They will also address the challenges of creating safe and responsible cannabis tourism experiences, and the role of government regulations in shaping the industry.
Moderator: Kelsey Cannabis

Review of Cannabis Regulations and Luncheon

The panel conversation provides a comprehensive analysis of the current regulatory landscape surrounding cannabis. Expert speakers from various fields, including industry leaders, legal experts, and policymakers, will explore the evolving regulatory frameworks governing cultivation, distribution, and consumption of cannabis products. Attendees will gain valuable insights into emerging trends, compliance challenges, and potential opportunities within the rapidly evolving cannabis industry.
Moderator: Dr. Sherry Boodram