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Canadian Cannabis: Navigating Tariffs & Global Trade Protectionism
Israeli tariffs on Canadian cannabis flower imports follow accusations of price dumping. Despite biased investigation findings, tariffs will be imposed. Canadian producers must adapt, considering new markets and strategies, while global trade protectionism reshapes the industry.
Unpaid Cannabis Excise Tax: A Looming Crisis for Canada’s Cannabis Industry
Canada's cannabis industry grapples with unpaid excise taxes, prompting government intervention like garnishing payments from wholesalers. This underscores wider industry challenges, with calls for a 10% flat tax to stabilize operations. Such measures aim to curb bankruptcies and foster growth, as businesses seek financial support akin to other sectors.
CanMar, Canadian Cannabis Exchange (CCX) & Loud Lion Announce Strategic Partnership
CanMar, a prominent figure in health, wellness, and plant-based medicine, has announced a strategic partnership with Canadian Cannabis Exchange (CCX) and Loud Lion Supply (LLS). This collaboration aims to enhance business opportunities and foster growth within the global cannabis industry by utilizing CCX's network for brokerage services and integrating LLS's equipment offerings into CanMar's community platform, The Hub.
Cannabis Regulatory: Looking Back – Looking Forward
Navigating the intricate web of cannabis regulations in Canada is no small feat, as demonstrated by the CCX report's findings. With government taxation and regulation being the top barriers to profitability for standard-size LPs, the importance of advocacy in our 2024 strategy cannot be overstated. As we brace for 2024, it's imperative to watch for key events, such as the 2024 Federal budget, the final report of the Cannabis Act Review (CAR), and forthcoming regulatory reforms, which hold the potential to shape the future of the cannabis industry.
Market Conditions: Shuttered Giants and the Rise of Midsize LPs
The dynamic landscape of the Canadian cannabis industry has been nothing short of transformative these past five years. Upon legalization, several LPs emerged as key market players, however the recent shuttering of many cultivation facilities belongs to industry giants.
Adapting and Innovating: The Story of Canada’s Cannabis Industry After 5 Years
As we mark the 5th anniversary of legalization in Canada’s cannabis industry, it’s impossible to overlook the challenges faced by licensed producers.
3.5 Billion in Federal Funding Available To Assist the Canadian Cannabis Industry
Canadian licensed producers and processors can now access funding from the 3.5 billion CAD Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) program, aimed at boosting the competitiveness and resilience of the agriculture sector.
State of a Fragmented Market
M&A activity in the Canadian cannabis industry has sharply declined in 2023, dropping from around $9 billion in 2021 to less than $500 million YTD, primarily due to the waning effects of initial recreational legalization, declining retail growth, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cannabis sales.
How Forest Fires are Shaping the Fate of Cannabis Cultivation
The devastating 2023 Canadian wildfire season poses significant challenges for cannabis cultivators, impacting outdoor operations with delayed growth, potential crop damage, and contamination risks, while indoor facilities face evacuation-related issues and power outages, all of which could lead to decreased yields for the industry.
Innovation in the Cannabis Industry
Since its formation, The Canadian Cannabis Exchange (CCX) has...
How Canada’s Oversupply of Cannabis Is an Export Opportunity
As the demand for cannabis legalization increases...
Optimization in the Cannabis Supply Chain
As the cannabis market evolves and long-term planning becomes...