The World Continues To Learn From Canada’s Modernized Cannabis Industry
When Canada became the second country to adopt a national adult-use cannabis legalization measure in 2018, it was a historic moment for both Canada and the larger international cannabis industry. Uruguay may have legalized recreational cannabis before Canada; however, Canadian legalization has proven to be more significant in many ways.
Whereas Uruguay limits legal adult-use cannabis sales to residents through limited commerce channels, Canada’s recreational commerce model permits sales to anyone of legal age via a multitude of purchasing options. Canada remains the top jurisdiction for cannabis industry and policy research, years after modernized adult-use policies were implemented.
Canada’s emerging legal cannabis industry goes well beyond the nation’s borders, with Canada serving as a major source for cannabis exports to other legal markets around the globe. As the international cannabis industry continues to transition from a patchwork of largely siloed markets to a more harmonized global industry, Canada’s legal market is more important than ever.
Every large national and international industry is built on partnerships and relationships, and lucrative collaborations require effective networking. Additionally, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, regulators, and industry service providers have to remain in a constant state of learning and evolving. After all, the cannabis industry and policy landscape are constantly shifting, and people and entities must always stay ahead of the curve if they want to succeed.
With that in mind, two timely events are coming up at the end of this month that everyone serious about the cannabis industry should consider attending. The first is the CannaVision Global Executive Summit taking place on May 26th, 2025, at the Pearson Conference Center in Ontario.
CannaVision is an exclusive event designed for leaders and decision-makers in the cannabis space to engage in high-level discussions, to network, and to collaborate with other executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and experts in the industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in strategic talks, panel discussions, and case studies addressing the latest trends, regulations, market developments, and investment opportunities in the global cannabis market.
Following the CannaVision Global Executive Summit will be the iconic Grow Up Industry Gala Awards, which is also taking place on May 26th, 2025. The Awards Gala, which is now in its 6th year, is one of the most anticipated events on the annual international cannabis industry calendar, where industry pioneers, innovators, and trailblazers gather to celebrate the year’s achievements and the people who made them possible.
The two-day Grow Up Conference and Expo, Canada’s largest and premier cannabis event, will be held on May 27th and 28th, 2025. The event is in its 11th year, and this year’s installment will be bigger and better than ever. With so much going on in Canada’s industry and the wider international cannabis industry, the two-day Grow Up Conference and Expo is a must-attend for anyone wanting to gain a meaningful spot in the most exciting industry on the planet.
A wide range of important topics will be discussed via the event’s numerous presentations, all of which will be led by some of the true experts in the cannabis space. You can see a list of the event’s speakers and schedule at this link here.
The Grow Up Conference is a privately owned Canadian company since 2017, focusing on cultivation, brands, and retail. Event attendees will be surrounded by industry professionals to network with and explore potential collaborations. A limited number of tickets, exhibitor spots, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Lock in your spot now before it is too late. You can find out more at: growupconference.com.
