Victoria Conference Centre

Victoria Conference Centre

October 1-3, 2023

Schedule-at-a-Glance

Victoria Conference Centre

Victoria Conference Centre

720 Douglas Street
Victoria, BC V8W 3M7
Canada

 

VIP (Day 1) – October 1

7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Conference Registration

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Morning Coffee and Networking

9:30 am – 4:30 pm
VIP Industry Conference

10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Grow-at-Home Workshop

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Exhibitor Load-in/Setup

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Meet-n-Greet Sesh with Tommy Chong in the Seen & Stone consumption lounge
(All-Access pass holder ONLY)

4:30pm – 5:30pm
Award Cocktail Reception

5:30pm – 7:00 pm
Grow Up Awards

8:00pm – 12:00 am
Awards After Party

Day 2 – October 2, 2023

8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Registration Opens

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Exhibitor and VIP Morning Coffee and Networking (Canna Networking Lounge – Carson Hall)
Tommy Chong Meet-n-Greet
All-Access and VIP delegates only

10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Grow Up Expo

10:00 am – 11:30 am
Tommy Chong Meet-n-Greet at Atlantic Cultivation booth #504

10:00 am – 5:00 pm
High North Main Stage (Carson Hall)

10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Retail Speed Networking presented by Weed Pool

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Seed Exchange

7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Grow Up Official Networking party

Day 3 – October 3, 2023

8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration Opens

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Exhibitor and VIP Morning Coffee and Networking (Canna Networking Lounge – Carson Hall)
All-Access and VIP delegates only

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Grow Up Expo

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
High North Main Stage (Carson Hall)

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Seed Exchange

 

2023 Schedule is in progress.

If you would like to take an active role in our programming or become a speaker, click here and fill out our speaker submission form.

DAY 1: VIP
DAY 2
DAY 3
REGISTER
DAY 1: VIP Industry Conference
 
DAY 1: VIP
DAY 2
DAY 3
REGISTER
DAY 2: Industry Conference
 
10:30 AM — 11:15 AM
Monday October 2nd
Room: Sidney (VCC)
Masterclass Technical Series

ABC's of Growing: From Closet to Commercial

Expert growers will guide you from small-scale setups to large commercial operations, sharing essential insights into cultivation techniques, equipment, and scaling practices. Whether you're a novice cultivator or aspiring to expand your operation, this panel offers a comprehensive roadmap to transform your cultivation journey from closet endeavours to successful commercial ventures.
Moderator: Robert Laurie
11:15 AM — 12:00 PM
Monday October 2nd
Room: Sidney (VCC)
Masterclass Technical Series

Psuedo Science: Debunking Grow Myths

In this enlightening panel, experts in cannabis cultivation will debunk common myths and pseudoscientific practices that often circulate within the growing community. Uncover the truth behind various misconceptions, from miracle nutrients to unconventional lighting methods, as our panelists provide evidence-based insights that separate fact from fiction. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of effective growing practices rooted in science and experience, ensuring successful outcomes for cultivators at all levels.
DAY 1: VIP
DAY 2
DAY 3
REGISTER
DAY 3: Industry Conference
 
10:30 AM — 11:25 AM
Tuesday October 3rd
Room: Sidney (VCC)
Masterclass Technical Series

Cash & Cultivation: The Learnings of Scaling Your Grow

Delve into the dynamic intersection of finance and cannabis cultivation in our panel, with frequent mergers and acquisitions with global cannabis grow facilities, what does that look like? Seasoned cultivators and financial experts will share invaluable insights gained from scaling their grow operations. Explore the financial challenges, strategic decisions, and lessons learned during the process of expanding cultivation capacities. Whether you're considering growth or seeking to optimize your current setup, this panel offers essential takeaways for navigating the financial aspects of cultivation expansion successfully.
Moderator: Dustan McLean
11:30 AM — 12:30 PM
Tuesday October 3rd
Room: Sidney (VCC)
Masterclass Technical Series

The MasterClass Fishbowl

Grow Up Favourites have a casual conversation about all that is right and all that is wrong with cannabis cultivation. It's an opportunity to hear some holistic but diverse perspectives on common cannabis cultivation problems.
Moderator: Dr. Av Singh

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