Schedule-at-a-Glance
Monday January 19, 2026
Executive Summit
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9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Executive Conference and Exhibitor Registration
10:00am
Welcoming Address
10:15am - 5:30pm
Panel Discussions
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Cocktail Reception
Canadian Cannabis Championship
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Live Judging
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
Kick-off Party
Tuesday January 20, 2026
Industry Conference and Expo
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Conference and Expo Registration
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Industry Expo
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Industry Conference - High North Main Stage
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Breeder & Genetics Exchange
10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Masterclass Sessions
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
(Morning) Brands and Buyers Speed Networking
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
(Afternoon) Brands and Buyers Speed Networking
8:00 pm
Grow Up Official Networking party
Wednesday January 21, 2026
Industry Conference and Expo
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Conference and Expo Registration
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Industry Expo
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Industry Conference - High North Main Stage
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Breeder & Genetics Exchange
10:15 am – 2:15 pm
Masterclass Sessions
2026 Schedule
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Amber Craig
Fractional CMO ,
Spark Business Strategies
Canada -
Jodie Giesz-Ramsay
Owner,
Cannabis Culture
Canada
Moderated By: Jodie Giesz-Ramsay
PRESENTED BY: TETHER
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Jesse Paul
Marketing & Sales Manager,
Smyle Brands
Canada -
Jodie Giesz-Ramsay
Owner,
Cannabis Culture
Canada -
Sabine Schwirtz
Head of Community,
High Buds Club (HBC)
Canada -
Sarah Seale
Owner,
Sarah Seale Inc.
Canada -
Unity Marguerite Whittaker
Owner & Founder,
Small Town Pot Shop
Canada
(Panel Discussion) Being a budtender is more than a job—it can be a long-term career path in the cannabis industry. This motivational closing session outlines opportunities for advancement, professional certifications, and personal branding in cannabis retail.
Moderated By: Jodie Giesz-Ramsay
PRESENTED BY: TETHER
