Tommy Chong Returns Home

We are thrilled to announce that Tommy Chong, legendary cannabis advocate, comedian, and actor, will be returning to his hometown of Edmonton to participate in a series of special events, including our Kick-Off Riverboat Party, meet-n-greet and an interview with his son Paris.

Keynote: Minister Nally

The Impact of the Red Tape Reduction Act on Alberta’s Cannabis Industry

Learn how the Red Tape Reduction Act is reshaping Alberta’s cannabis industry. We will discuss the progress made in reducing regulatory hurdles, enhancing sampling and retail experiences, and explore future initiatives such as farmgate sales and public consumption.

Canadian Cannabis Championship

Grow Up is proud to be bringing the Canadian Cannabis Championship back to Alberta, Sunday September 29, 2024, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. The top licensed producers in cannabis flower/pre-rolls/vape catridges and concentrates will be competing for the title of best in Canada by live judging in the Grow Up Consumption Lounge. Consumers welcome.

Canada's Largest Industry Tradeshow

Get your company in front of top growers, the best brands, largest retailers, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, hundreds of top speakers/keynotes and thousands of delegates.

Riverboat Kick-off Party Early

Limited Seats to this Exclusive Event

Saturday September 28, 2024 (8:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Riverboat Kick-off Party aboard the Edmonton Queen. This exclusive event is limited to just 150 tickets, offering an intimate setting to kick off the Grow Up Alberta weekend. Your ticket grants you access to a night filled with food, music, and the stunning scenery of Edmonton’s River Valley. A special opportunity to meet cannabis icon Tommy Chong as we cruise along the river. Enjoy the beats of a live DJ. Drinks will be available for purchase at the cash bar.

Retail Buyer Application

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Previous Speaking Engagements at Grow Up:
2021 Niagara Falls

Andrew Parshad

Andrew Parshad is the President and Founder of Cannabis License Experts, a client-first, cannabis and psychedelics licensing and compliance solutions provider. Andrew also manages two other compliance companies, Quality Smart Solutions a consumer packaged goods compliance firm focusing on Canada, USA and Mexico compliance and Quality IMPORT Solutions, a Health Canada licensed importer of Natural Health Products. He began his career in 1995 at McMaster University, co-authoring several scientific publications on the therapeutic benefits of natural based medicines in individuals with myo-degenerative and mitochondrial diseases and has a diverse career in leading QA and regulatory teams as well as business process improvement.
Since 2007 Andrew has served the compliance and quality assurance needs for over 1100 clients worldwide and 120,000 projects successfully completed in cannabis, natural health products, foods, cosmetics, OTC drugs, medical devices.

With 25 years of diverse experience in regulatory compliance and business development Andrew is regularly requested to advise companies from startups to multi-nationals in their journey to pursue their growth, ensure compliance while minimizing risk.

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