Aurora Cannabis

Aurora Announces Unprecedented Fall Product Release Across Adult-Use and Medical Markets

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Monday, October 17, 2022

Starting this month, Aurora patients will have access to the largest-ever selection of products and formats on Aurora Medical.

Key Points: 
  • Starting this month, Aurora patients will have access to the largest-ever selection of products and formats on Aurora Medical.
  • The fall product release is set to roll out to patients on Aurora Medical starting in October, followed by availability in Canadian adult-use retailers, with select products available in certain regions.
  • Aurora is a global leader in the cannabis industry, serving both the medical and consumer markets.
  • Medical cannabis brands include MedReleaf, CanniMed, Aurora and Whistler Medical Marijuana Co. Aurora also has a controlling interest in Bevo Farms , North America's leading supplier of propagated agricultural plants.

Electrolit Welcomes Enrico De La Torre as New Commercial Director of Canadian Office

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

CERRITOS, Calif., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrolit the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients is pleased to welcome Enrico De La Torre as the company's new Commercial Director for the Canada office.

Key Points: 
  • CERRITOS, Calif., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrolit the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients is pleased to welcome Enrico De La Torre as the company's new Commercial Director for the Canada office.
  • De La Torre's extensive background in working in the beverage industry has made him the ideal candidate for the Commercial Director of Electrolit Canada.
  • De La Torre plans to increase overall brand awareness and expand distribution to make Electrolit readily accessible to Canadian consumers.
  • Electrolit has seen tremendous growth in recent years and De La Torre's mission is to make Electrolit the preferred premium hydration beverage of choice in Canada.

A Market Leader Expands With Innovative CBD Gummy Line

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NuLeaf Naturals, one of America's top pioneering cannabinoid companies, has launched a new CBD gummies line. Desperate for a good night's rest, more consumers are turning to CBD and CBN gummies for their sleep issues, especially as natural wellness trends have increased since the pandemic. Various cannabinoid products are available from the well-known industry developer and manufacturer of organic cannabinoid products in the form of oils (for humans and animals) and herbal capsules. To meet the growing consumer demand, cannabis companies Hempshire Group (TSXV:HMPG) (OTCPK:HMPSF), HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) (NASDAQ:HEXO), Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC), Tilray Brands Inc (TSX:TLRY) (NASDAQ:TLRY), and Aurora Cannabis (NASDAQ:ACB) (TSX:ACB) are also expanding their CBD products line.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NuLeaf Naturals, one of America's top pioneering cannabinoid companies, has launched a new CBD gummies line.
  • "Penetrating the US$261 billion tobacco products market in Europe is one of our top priorities."
  • The business created by Hoist and Hempshire U.S. union is well-positioned to dominate the market for tobacco- and nicotine-free smoking alternatives.
  • On August 15, Martha Stewart CBD's line of CBD gummies unveiled a new flavour - Pumpkin Spice CBD Wellness Gummies.

A Market Leader Expands With Innovative CBD Gummy Line

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NuLeaf Naturals, one of America's top pioneering cannabinoid companies, has launched a new CBD gummies line. Desperate for a good night's rest, more consumers are turning to CBD and CBN gummies for their sleep issues, especially as natural wellness trends have increased since the pandemic. Various cannabinoid products are available from the well-known industry developer and manufacturer of organic cannabinoid products in the form of oils (for humans and animals) and herbal capsules. To meet the growing consumer demand, cannabis companies Hempshire Group (TSXV:HMPG) (OTCPK:HMPSF), HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) (NASDAQ:HEXO), Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC), Tilray Brands Inc (TSX:TLRY) (NASDAQ:TLRY), and Aurora Cannabis (NASDAQ:ACB) (TSX:ACB) are also expanding their CBD products line.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NuLeaf Naturals, one of America's top pioneering cannabinoid companies, has launched a new CBD gummies line.
  • "Penetrating the US$261 billion tobacco products market in Europe is one of our top priorities."
  • The business created by Hoist and Hempshire U.S. union is well-positioned to dominate the market for tobacco- and nicotine-free smoking alternatives.
  • On August 15, Martha Stewart CBD's line of CBD gummies unveiled a new flavour - Pumpkin Spice CBD Wellness Gummies.

Founder of Aurora Cannabis Terry Booth, Joins Akanda as Chair of Advisory Board

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

International cannabis company Akanda Corp. ("Akanda" or the Company) (NASDAQ: AKAN) today announced that Terry Booth, the founder of Aurora Cannabis Inc. (Aurora Cannabis) (NASDAQ:ACB) has joined Akanda as a Chair of Akandas newly formed Advisory Board.

Key Points: 
  • International cannabis company Akanda Corp. ("Akanda" or the Company) (NASDAQ: AKAN) today announced that Terry Booth, the founder of Aurora Cannabis Inc. (Aurora Cannabis) (NASDAQ:ACB) has joined Akanda as a Chair of Akandas newly formed Advisory Board.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220908005613/en/
    Akanda today announced that Terry Booth, the founder of Aurora Cannabis Inc. (Aurora Cannabis) (NASDAQ:ACB) has joined Akanda as a Chair of Akandas newly formed Advisory Board.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Terry Booth was an original founder of Aurora Cannabis.
  • Having Terry on board as an advisor is a powerful validation of our strategy and our potential to lead the emerging cannabis market in Europe.

Akanda Bolsters Leadership Team to Scale Medical Cannabis Platform Across Europe

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

The Company believes that these two hires will enhance its leadership direction and boost profitability across the European medical cannabis market.

Key Points: 
  • The Company believes that these two hires will enhance its leadership direction and boost profitability across the European medical cannabis market.
  • Mr. George joins Akanda with extensive experience in the financial services and cannabis sectors.
  • Adding proven and elite global cannabis executives like Tom and Steven is an important milestone for Akanda, expanding our capabilities and growing our leadership as we scale.
  • Akanda is an international medical cannabis and wellness platform company seeking to help people lead better lives through improved access to high quality and affordable products.

Aurora Capital Partners Completes Sale of VLS Environmental Solutions, a leading sustainability solutions and ESG-focused waste services company in North America, to I Squared Capital

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aurora Capital Partners ("Aurora"), a leading middle-market private equity firm, announced today the closing of its previously announced sale of VLS Environmental Solutions ("VLS" or the "Company") to I Squared Capital ("I Squared"), a leading global infrastructure investment manager.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aurora Capital Partners ("Aurora"), a leading middle-market private equity firm, announced today the closing of its previously announced sale of VLS Environmental Solutions ("VLS" or the "Company") to I Squared Capital ("I Squared"), a leading global infrastructure investment manager.
  • VLS provides mission-critical, customized waste and specialty cleaning and repair services to a variety of highly regulated industries in North America.
  • As one of the only nationwide providers of ESG-friendly industrial waste solutions, the Company's sustainable disposal solutions are especially attractive for customers with zero-waste-to-landfill initiatives.
  • Aurora Capital Partners is a leading Los Angeles-based private equity firm with over $4.5 billion in assets under management.

The Flowr Corporation Announces Leadership Transition and Changes to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Tom Flow, who has acted as Interim CEO of Flowr since March, remains on the Board along-side incumbents Joanne Lee and Ryan Roebuck.

Key Points: 
  • Tom Flow, who has acted as Interim CEO of Flowr since March, remains on the Board along-side incumbents Joanne Lee and Ryan Roebuck.
  • Id like to thank both the Board for the opportunity to lead Flowr and Tom for his leadership while serving as Interim CEO.
  • Stephen Arbib, Chairman of the Board commented:
    This is an exciting time for Flowr with the addition of Darren as CEO.
  • For more information, please visit flowrcorp.com or follow Flowr on Twitter: @FlowrCanada and LinkedIn: The Flowr Corporation.

Nextleaf Solutions (CSE: OILS) (OTCQB: OILFF) to Webcast Live June 7th at VirtualInvestorConferences.com

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Monday, June 6, 2022

than Canopy Growth, Tilray Brands, Aurora Cannabis, Organigram, Village Farms, Sundial, The Valens Company, TerrAscend, and Medipharm Labs.

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  • than Canopy Growth, Tilray Brands, Aurora Cannabis, Organigram, Village Farms, Sundial, The Valens Company, TerrAscend, and Medipharm Labs.
  • This will be a live, interactive online event where investors are invited to ask the company questions in real-time.
  • Nextleaf is a federally regulated manufacturer and distributor of cannabis vapes and oils under its award-winning prohibition-era brand, Glacial Gold.
  • Nextleafdevelops cannabinoid-based formulations and delivery technology through its Health Canada Research Licence with sensory evaluation of cannabis via human testing.

Akanda to Acquire Portugal-based Holigen, Securing a Cannabis Sector Leadership Position in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) with EU GMP Market Access

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Initial in-process testing for both genetics of medical cannabis are indicating high THC content levels of greater than 25%.

Key Points: 
  • Initial in-process testing for both genetics of medical cannabis are indicating high THC content levels of greater than 25%.
  • The European medical cannabis market has continued to grow as additional countries have updated their regulations to legalize the use of medical cannabis.
  • Prohibition Partners estimates the medical market generated approximately US$382 million in 2022 and will reach US$2.5 billion by 20261.
  • The acquisition provides the Company with EU GMP certification, bolstering Akandas pharmaceutical credentials and opening direct international market access.