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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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:
2024 | 2024 Toronto

Steve Lobel

Steve Lobel, CEO of A2Z Entertainment and “weworking” is known to be one of the hardest working men in the industry today, while conducting numerous projects and running his entertainment company: the label, production company, management company, and film company. Lobel has worked with artists such as Run DMC, Fat Joe, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, 2pac The Outlawz, IYAZ, Sean Kingston, Soulja Boy, Mann, Nipsey Hussle, and DUBB.

Growing up in Queens, New York, Jam Master Jay of the legendary group RUN DMC put him in the game. With an engaging New York accent, laid-back style, and intensive communication skills, Lobel, began picking up on the ins and outs of the music industry thru RUN DMC’s success. Slowly but steadily, he made his rounds in the music industry. After making a name for himself, he got a job at sony /Relativity Records as an A&R and worked with Fat Joe, The Beatnuts, frankie cutlass , MOP, Common Sense, Fatal from the Outlawz, 8 Ball and MJG, and 36 Mafia , eazy e’s ruthless records, tony drapers sauve house records, Lobel soon met Eric ‘Eazy-E’ Wright, which led him to meet, then 16 and 17-year-olds, Bone Thugs n Harmony. With the skills, connections, and knowledge he had put into the industry, he put his energy into the group, and in return they became one the most prominent icons in the Rap Game today. Lobel was the dominant force behind much of their success with the work put into their projects: LP’s, solo projects, the Mo Thugs! projects, and the collaborative projects with Bone and other artists: Mariah Carey, Biggie, Tupac and BIG Pun, Chamallionaire, Phil Collins, Akon, The Game and Ty Dolla Sign and is still with the group 20 years later because of his loyalty.

Lobel has won two Grammy Awards and two American Awards as well other awards.

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