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

Grow Up brings Brands and Buyers together.

Are you ready to take your cannabis retail business to new heights? Step into the Brand and Buyers Zone, where retail store owners, managers, and buyers can connect with industry-leading brands and uncover the latest cannabis products and innovations.

Previous Speaking Engagements at Grow Up:
2019

Stephen Longo

Stephen Longo is a Partner and Co-founder of Walker Longo & Associates. Stephen acts for a wide range of clients providing advice and counsel on property tax assessment and related matters.
Stephen’s practice involves a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors, including small and large businesses, tenants, landlords, educational institutions, hospitals, non-profits and municipalities. Stephen has also advised clients in the cannabis sector on property tax planning.
As part of his practice Stephen offers a range of services to clients, including handling assessment appeals and tax relief applications, pursuing exemptions from tax for eligible clients, conducting property tax due diligence for clients who
are purchasing or selling real property, doing lease reviews and audits, and providing litigation advice on matters in the area of property taxes or tax recharges.
Stephen appears primarily before the Assessment Review Board, but has also appeared frequently before the Superior Court, Divisional Court and Court of Appeal. Stephen has also appeared before a number of arbitrators and mediators.
Stephen believes that law is problem solving and his primary goal is the achievement of the best possible result for the client, in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.

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