Cannabis in British Columbia

First Private-Sector Cannabis Retail Workers on Mainland Unionize

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Monday, March 14, 2022
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Together, staff decided to join the BC Budtenders Union a division of UFCW 1518 making them the first private-sector retail workers in the cannabis industry to unionize on the mainland.

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  • Together, staff decided to join the BC Budtenders Union a division of UFCW 1518 making them the first private-sector retail workers in the cannabis industry to unionize on the mainland.
  • UFCW 1518 Secretary-Treasurer Patrick Johnson sees this latest grassroots achievement as proof that workers can be the loudest voice in the room and guide a whole industry, even one as coveted as cannabis.
  • Workers have been at the forefront of this industry from its inception, shapeshifting cannabis to benefit their communities, and their influence is only growing.
  • Representing over 26,000 workers in retail, grocery, food production, home care, and more, UFCW 1518 continues to grow and take pride in representing some of the youngest and most diverse workers in B.C.

More Original Farm Budtenders Join UFCW 1518 and Win Common Employer Application

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
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This is a big win for our members, says Patrick Johnson, UFCW 1518s Secretary-Treasurer, especially because the Hillside staff had to defeat an anti-union campaign by Original Farm to get here.

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  • This is a big win for our members, says Patrick Johnson, UFCW 1518s Secretary-Treasurer, especially because the Hillside staff had to defeat an anti-union campaign by Original Farm to get here.
  • The good news comes after the BC Labour Relations Board approved the BC Bud Unions common employer application for the Hillside staff, which allows them to join forces with members employed at Original Farms downtown location, who unionized in December 2021.
  • One thing is clear at both Original Farm locations; cannabis workers care about their community a lot.
  • Like the workers at all these shops, Original Farm staff have been breathing life into the cannabis industry throughout the pandemic.

INDUSTRY LEADERS LAUNCH CANNABIS CULTIVATORS OF B.C. TO FOSTER A VIBRANT, RESPONSIBLE CANNABIS INDUSTRY IN THE PROVINCE

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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leading cannabis producers Pure Sunfarms, Rubicon Organics Inc. (TSXV:ROMJ) (OTCQX:ROMJF) (Rubicon Organics) and Tantalus Labs announced the creation of Cannabis Cultivators of B.C.

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  • leading cannabis producers Pure Sunfarms, Rubicon Organics Inc. (TSXV:ROMJ) (OTCQX:ROMJF) (Rubicon Organics) and Tantalus Labs announced the creation of Cannabis Cultivators of B.C.
  • (CCBC), a non-profit industry association dedicated to advocating for the growth of a responsible cannabis industry and advancing a favourable social, economic, and business environment for cannabis cultivation in B.C.
  • cannabis.
  • Cannabis Cultivators of British Columbia (CCBC)is a non-profit association that brings together cannabis cultivators across British Columbia who are committed to promoting a growing cannabis sector and contributing to our communities.

Copperstate Farms Announces Plans to Expand Cannabis Cultivation to 80-Acres Under Glass in Snowflake, Arizona

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Thursday, March 4, 2021
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PHOENIX, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copperstate Farms Management, LLC, a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Arizona, today announced plans to expand its cultivation space to 80 acres in Snowflake, Arizona.

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  • PHOENIX, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copperstate Farms Management, LLC, a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Arizona, today announced plans to expand its cultivation space to 80 acres in Snowflake, Arizona.
  • The new 40-acre, state-of-the-art greenhouse will be located on that property, which is already owned by Copperstate Farms.
  • Renowned for having the largest cannabis greenhouse in the United States, Copperstate Farms has been steadily advancing its grow capabilities.
  • Established in 2016, Copperstate Farms Management, LLC, is a vertically integrated cannabis company headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

Aurora Cannabis Appoints International Consumer Packaged Goods Executive Miguel Martin as Chief Commercial Officer

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Monday, July 6, 2020
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EDMONTON, AB, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -Aurora Cannabis Inc. (the "Company" or "Aurora") (NYSE: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian company defining the future of cannabinoids worldwide, today announced that Miguel Martin, President of Aurora USA and head of Reliva, LLC ("Reliva"), has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Aurora, effective immediately.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -Aurora Cannabis Inc. (the "Company" or "Aurora") (NYSE: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian company defining the future of cannabinoids worldwide, today announced that Miguel Martin, President of Aurora USA and head of Reliva, LLC ("Reliva"), has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Aurora, effective immediately.
  • Mr. Martin will replace Darren Karasiuk who has held this position at Aurora since February 2019.
  • "Miguel has a proven track record of running profitable global sales and marketing teams in complex, highly regulated industries that are adjacent to cannabis.
  • Mr. Martin is a 25-year consumer packaged goods industry veteran having joined Aurora from Reliva where he served as Chief Executive Officer.

Aurora Cannabis Announces Retirement of Terry Booth from Board of Directors

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Monday, June 29, 2020
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Mr. Booth was the Chief Executive Officer of Aurora from December 2014 through February 2020 and served on Aurora's Board of Directors since December 2014.

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  • Mr. Booth was the Chief Executive Officer of Aurora from December 2014 through February 2020 and served on Aurora's Board of Directors since December 2014.
  • "As one of the original cannabis visionaries, Terry leaves an enviable legacy in the form of Aurora Cannabis.
  • Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Aurora is a pioneer in global cannabis dedicated to helping people improve their lives.
  • The Company's brand portfolio includes Aurora, Aurora Drift, San Rafael '71, Daily Special, AltaVie, MedReleaf, CanniMed, Whistler, Reliva CBD and ROAR Sports.

Burden of COVID-19 on the Market & Rehabilitation Plan | Global Legal Cannabis Market 2019-2023 | Legalization of Cannabis Worldwide to Boost Growth | Technavio

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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment.

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  • The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200616005559/en/
    Technavio has announced its latest market research report titled Global Legal Cannabis Market 2019-2023 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Although the COVID-19 pandemic continues to transform the growth of various industries, the immediate impact of the outbreak is varied.
  • Aphria, Aurora Cannabis, Canopy Growth Corporation, CV Sciences, and Tilray are some of the major market participants.
  • The legalization of cannabis worldwide has been instrumental in driving the growth of the market.

Emerald Health Therapeutics Announces Pure Sunfarms’ Initial Cultivation and Sales License for Second Greenhouse

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Monday, May 25, 2020
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The Delta 2 facility is adjacent to its established, fully operating 1.1 million square foot Delta 3 greenhouse facility and, when in production, is expected to contribute to further lowering Pure Sunfarms already industry leading cost of cultivation.

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  • The Delta 2 facility is adjacent to its established, fully operating 1.1 million square foot Delta 3 greenhouse facility and, when in production, is expected to contribute to further lowering Pure Sunfarms already industry leading cost of cultivation.
  • We expect Pure Sunfarms to continue to build on its operating and market leadership in its broad segment of the market.
  • Market share performance is based on calculations by Pure Sunfarms from sales information provided by the Ontario Cannabis Store.
  • Emerald Health Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to cutting-edge cannabis science to create new consumer experiences with distinct recreational, medical and wellness-oriented cannabis and non-cannabis products.

5-DAY DEADLINE ALERT: HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages Aurora Cannabis (ACB) Investors With $500k+ Losses To Contact Its Attorneys, Application Deadline Approaching

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Friday, January 17, 2020
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The firm urges ACB investors who have suffered losses in excess of $500,000 to submit their losses now to learn if they qualify to recover their investment losses.

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  • The firm urges ACB investors who have suffered losses in excess of $500,000 to submit their losses now to learn if they qualify to recover their investment losses.
  • Hagens Bermans Aurora Cannabis (ACB) Securities Class Action:
    The Complaint is brought on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Aurora Cannabis securities during the Expanded Class Period between Oct. 23, 2018 and Jan. 6, 2020, inclusive.
  • Were focused on recovering investors losses and proving Aurora misled investors about its operations and growth initiatives, said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
  • If you purchased shares of Aurora stock and suffered significant losses, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman .

Glancy Prongay & Murray Reminds Investors of Looming Deadline in the Class Action Lawsuit Against Aurora Cannabis Inc.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP (GPM) reminds investors of the upcomingJanuary 21, 2020deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of Aurora Cannabis Inc. (Aurora or the Company) (NYSE: ACB ) investors who purchased securities between September 11, 2019 and November 14, 2019, inclusive (the Class Period).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP (GPM) reminds investors of the upcomingJanuary 21, 2020deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of Aurora Cannabis Inc. (Aurora or the Company) (NYSE: ACB ) investors who purchased securities between September 11, 2019 and November 14, 2019, inclusive (the Class Period).
  • If you purchased or otherwise acquired Aurora securities during the Class Period, you may move the Court no later thanJanuary 21, 2020 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.
  • To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.
  • Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP, Los Angeles