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August 27, 2019
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GrowUp Conference

Data surge: The power of big data for the cannabis enterprise

From studying market trends and consumer buying patterns to sales averages and quarterly projections, the numbers game is driving the fast-paced competition in the cannabis industry.


Companies push ahead on pot gummy plans despite hazy regulations

The rules laid out so far are aimed at keeping the new pot products out of the hands of kids and stipulate they can’t be seen as “appealing to young persons” – but Health Canada has yet to provide additional details on exactly what crosses the line.
 
 
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Business 
 
Canopy Rivers

Canopy Rivers reports nearly $3M first quarter loss, operating income up

Canopy Rivers Inc., the venture capital arm of cannabis company Canopy Growth Corp., says the loss amounted to two cents per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, compared with a net loss of $6.6 million or five cents per share a year ago. » Read More
 
Gummies

Victoria firm makes do-it-yourself cannabis gummies kits

Canadian consumers don’t have to wait until mid-December to legally consume some cannabis-infused gummies – if they’re willing to make some themselves, just add oil. » Read More
 
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Production 
 
Smart systems

From the editor: Smart systems for growth

With the cannabis industry poised to become one of the fastest growing industries in Canada, and expected to be worth $5 billion by 2021, technology adaption will be key to this growth. It appears, however, that technology had not been top-of-mind for many companies. » Read More
 
Events 
 

Grow Up Conference & Expo

September 12-14, 2019
Location: Niagara Falls, ON
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CanWest Horticulture Expo

September 25-26, 2019
Location: TRADEX Trade and Exhibition Centre, Abbotsford, BC
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Montreal Cannabis Expo

October 3-4, 2019
Location: Place Bonaventure, Montréal, Quebec
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Canadian Greenhouse Conference

October 9-10, 2019
Location: Scotiabank Convention Centre, Niagara Falls, ON
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Cannabis & Hemp Expo – Winnipeg

November 1-3, 2019
Location: RBC Convention Centre, Winnipeg, Man.
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