Debunking the Myth of Modern ‘Superweed’

Here in BC, we are blessed with a variety of cultural and botanical resources. A brief tour into the world of growers and breeders can help us clear the mist on some of the most common cannabis misconceptions, such as the case of modern ‘superweed’.
Recreational Retail Course Recap

On June 26 and 27, the CannaReps team had the delightful opportunity to train an engaged group of 21 eager learners. This was the first time we facilitated a course in a 2 day format, and packed the days with helpful education and skills development. This time we had an eclectic mix of people from […]
Post-Legalization: 5 Things Canadian Budtenders Can’t Do
By S. Siobhan McCarthy As we move into the legalization of cannabis in Canada, the dispensary model as we know it, especially in Vancouver, will begin to change. On June 7th, 2018, the Senate of Canada passed Bill C45, the Cannabis Act as amended, at third reading by a vote of 56 to 30, with […]
Victoria Crash Course Recap
A look inside our intensive three day course… Thank you for having us Victoria! Thank you to our students for their participation and willingness to share and ask questions, we loved hearing from you. Thank you to Green Hart Dispensary for providing us with a space for our interactive workshops and Camosun College for providing […]
The B.C. Guide to Identifying Quality Cannabis
Cannabis has hit the shelves this year, how will you, the consumer, know that you are buying good quality bud? When they present you with a jar of the dried flower what do you look for to tell if the bud is of the best quality? Why is it so important to be able to […]
The Cultural Value Of Cannabis Strain Names
Lately, there has been lots of talk and debate about the validity of cannabis strain names, from the meaning of terms such as Indica and Sativa to the breeder given names such as OG Kush, Bubba, or Sour Diesel. Some say these names have very little scientific value and are thus, essentially meaningless. We respectfully […]
Can Corporate Cannabis Ever Be Craft?
Many business savvy and well-funded individuals are looking to get a piece of the legal cannabis pie as legalization begins to dawn on the country. But simply having a business model, a licensed grow-op and some investment is not enough to ensure success in an industry that is surely about to explode. Can […]
THC Potency: Where Is The Limit?
The government of British Columbia has recently closed their public call for feedback on recreational cannabis policy and is now reviewing the results. Apparently this survey was one of the most engaging in the history of BC government with over 48, 000 entries. That is an incredible amount of people and we want to express […]
What Does Craft Cannabis Mean To You?
The cannabis industry is growing at a fantastic rate. Innovative products and business are continuing to pop up despite the threat of monopoly. Lately, we’ve seen the term “craft cannabis” frequently used within the media and the industry. There is no doubt that growing quality cannabis is truly a craft, and understanding the genetics is […]
Is There A Gap In The Current Medicinal Cannabis System?
The current laws and policies of the medicinal framework are not perfect. There is a gap in the healthcare of cannabis patients, forcing them to seek out support, products, and services elsewhere. Nowhere else in medicine are patients already expected to understand their treatment and medication. Typically there is a doctor, specialist, or pharmacist to […]