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

Ann Barnes

Ann Barnes began her career acting as corporate counsel for several private and publicly listed companies including Manulife Financial, TSN, Cott Corporation, Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc. and acted as General Counsel for Insight Sports Ltd.

Since leaving her legal career, she founded and operated numerous companies in emerging industries. She began North America’s first chia company and owned and operated one of North America’s first hemp and superfood companies. She has published two best selling health and wellness cookbooks. Ann has a popular Tedx Talk that has been watched over 750K times and translated into both American sign language and Arabic.

Ann is the original founder, investor, and Chairman of the world’s  first legally licensed cannabis producing company: Peace Naturals Project Inc. Peace Naturals was subsequently purchased by Cronos Group Inc. and later a majority of shares bought by Altira (Marlborough).

Ann is an active director of Red Light Holland Corp, a legal producer and distributor of psilocybin truffles within the Netherlands. Ann is also the Director and Chair of the Special Committee for InstadosePharma Corp., the world’s largest cannabis processor. She is also an advisor to Oasis Adaptogens Inc. a functional mushrooms and adaptogen company that produces consumer-packaged food and plant-based supplements.

Ann is currently the Founder and CEO of Edica Group Inc. (cob. as Edica Naturals), a natural and plant‑based supplement and topical beauty product company.

 

 

 

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