The following Canadian and American cannabis industry associations, trade publications, regulatory resources, and market data sources provide news, industry analysis, and insights relevant to cannabis licensees and cannabis retail operators.
ABLE BC
https://ablebc.ca/cannabis
Industry association and leading advocate for liquor and cannabis retailers in British Columbia. Provides policy and government relations expertise, regulatory updates, and member support. Helps cannabis retailers navigate issues with regulators and suppliers and stay informed about developments affecting the industry.
Cannabiz Media
https://www.cannabiz.media
Industry intelligence platform that tracks cannabis licensing activity and provides regulatory and market data across North America.
Cannabis Benchmarks
https://www.cannabisbenchmarks.com
Market analytics firm providing wholesale cannabis pricing data and industry research.
Cannabis Business Times
https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com
Cannabis industry publication focusing on industry trends and news, research, marketing and legal issues affecting licensed cannabis retailers and producers.
Cannabis Council of Canada
https://cannabis-council.ca
National organization representing federally licensed cannabis producers and advocating for responsible regulation and industry growth. One of the leading cannabis industry associations in Canada working with government and regulators on policy issues.
Canadian Cannabis Retailers
https://accres.ca/
The Association of Canadian Cannabis Retailers (ACCRES) is a national organization representing independent cannabis retailers across Canada, advocating for fair regulation, responsible retail practices, and policies that support a competitive and sustainable cannabis retail industry.
Ganjapreneur
https://www.ganjapreneur.com
Industry media platform providing business news, analysis, and educational resources for cannabis entrepreneurs and operators.
Health Canada – Cannabis Program
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis.html
Federal government portal providing regulatory information, licensing guidance, and program updates related to cannabis regulation in Canada.
International Cannabis Bar Association
https://incba.org
Professional organization focused on cannabis law and regulatory developments worldwide. This group connects legal professionals and industry stakeholders involved with emerging cannabis policy and regulation.
Leafly News (Canada)
https://www.leafly.com/news/canada
News and educational coverage focused on developments in the Canadian cannabis industry.
Marijuana Moment
https://www.marijuanamoment.net
Publication focused on the politics, business, science and culture of cannabis. Articles are relevant to activists, industry stakeholders, consumers, policy makers and interested members of the public. Primarily focused on the U.S. landscape but also publishes articles about Canadian and other markets.
MJBizDaily
https://mjbizdaily.com
One of the largest cannabis industry publications, providing business news, financial analysis, and market intelligence for cannabis companies and investors in Canada and the U.S.
National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA)
https://thecannabisindustry.org
Major U.S. advocacy group representing cannabis businesses and supporting federal cannabis reform. One of the most prominent cannabis industry associations in North America.
New Cannabis Ventures
https://www.newcannabisventures.com
Business-focused publication covering cannabis company news, investment trends, and financial analysis.
StratCann
https://stratcann.com
Canadian cannabis industry news publication covering licensing, regulatory changes, and developments in cannabis production and retail across Canada.
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