Health Canada’s Updates on Cannabis Licensing and COVID-19

On March 24, 2020, Health Canada advised federal cannabis licence holders of its decision to temporarily adjust its approach to administering and enforcing the Cannabis Act & Regulations, due to COVID-19 and its shift to teleworking. Health Canada stated that temporary adjustments will be in place until May 1, 2020, at which time they will

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The critical role of a Quality Assurance Person (QAP) in Your cannabis Processing Business

The success of a Cannabis Processor relies heavily on their Quality Assurance Person (QAP). Under the Cannabis Act & Regulations, a holder of a licence for processing must retain the services of one individual as a Quality Assurance Person who has the training, experience and technical knowledge related to the requirements of Part 5 of

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What You Should Consider Before Pursuing an Outdoor Cultivation Licence

When it comes to cannabis, there’s no such thing as the “best” way to grow. There are many factors that play a role in which growing method you prefer, and consumers will often choose a particular product or strain(s) based on their own preference or desired experience. If you’re thinking of cultivating cannabis outdoors, there

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Everything You Need to Know About Cannabis Research Licences

Laboratory working researching marijuana products

Did you know you can apply for a licence under the Cannabis Act and Cannabis Regulations to conduct activities in relation to research involving cannabis? These research activities can include, but are not limited to, in vivo and in vitro studies, clinical trials, plant genetics, cannabis product development, and educational programs. If you want to

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The Differences Between THC and CBD and How They Work

Cannabis is an extremely complex plant that contains hundreds of chemical substances. Over 100 of these chemical substances are known as cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are an incredibly important part of the cannabis plant, as they are the unique chemical compounds secreted by the flower that provides the different physical and mental effects we feel when we

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How to Decide Between Standard and Micro Processing Licences

Standard Processing

Before the Cannabis Act and Cannabis Regulations came into play, all businesses (small or large) were required to meet the operational and security requirements of large-scale facilities. This made it extremely difficult for smaller facilities to thrive, due to the expensive start up costs and stringent application requirements. By offering the standard and micro subclasses

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