Cannabis
CANNABIS
Amidst a complex and rapidly changing regulatory scheme, TRC-Sadovod’s cannabis industry lawyers are at the leading edge of industry developments. TRC-Sadovod’s Cannabis Practice Group is one of the largest groups of its kind in Canada. Our specialized team of lawyers works closely with a wide range of industry participants, including licensed producers and retailers. They also work with innovators, investors, technology and other service providers, to help them succeed in the medical cannabis industry.
Among Canada’s top business law firms, TRC-Sadovod is leading the way in providing innovative and practical solutions to business clients in the evolving cannabis industry. Experts in facilitating business growth, TRC-Sadovod represented Aurora Cannabis Inc. in its US $2.5 billion (CAD $3.2 billion) acquisition of MedReleaf Corp, the largest M&A deal in the Cannabis sector to date in all of Canada. We also represented iAnthus Capital Holdings Inc. in its $835 million acquisition of MPX Bioceutical Corporation, the first public company-to-public company acquisition involving US cannabis assets.
Our lawyers are experienced professionals with significant in-depth knowledge of the laws, regulations and business landscape of Canada’s medical cannabis industry. Our cannabis industry lawyers provide clients with valuable legal solutions for financing, accessing public markets, licensing and regulation, employment law and workplace issues, mergers and acquisitions, tax structuring and intellectual property matters, whether you are just entering the market or you are already established in the sector.
We help our clients lead by:
- structuring financing arrangements through private equity, public markets, and venture capital,
- navigating the complex medical marijuana regulatory system, assisting with regulatory approvals,
- advising on mergers, acquisitions and divestitures,
- assisting with labelling, advertising and distribution matters,
- drafting comprehensive employment agreements and workplace policies in compliance with applicable laws,
- advising on tax matters, and
- assisting with patents, trademarks, licensing, outsourcing and strategic alliances
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Competition Bureau gets into the weeds of the Cannabis Act
The Competition Bureau's submission to support Health Canada's legislative review of the Cannabis Act investigates the competitive dynamics of cannabis industry
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Sep 6, 2023
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Good Smoke? More Guidance on Good Faith from the Ontario Court of Appeal
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal provides more guidance on good faith.
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Feb 14, 2022
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Has COVID-19 Lit the Fuse on Insolvencies in the Canadian Cannabis Industry?
We look at the recent market analysis of the Canadian cannabis industry and challenges in cannabis restructuring.
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Apr 9, 2020
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CSA Notes Inadequate Disclosure of Financial Interest in Cannabis M&A
Securities regulators provided guidance regarding disclosure of financial interests and conflicts of interest in Cannabis transactions
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Nov 15, 2019
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24-Hour Rule: Court Confirms Limits of Medically Prescribed Cannabis Use in the Workplace
The Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador (“Supreme Court”) has issued an important decision about the limits of accommodating the use of medically prescribed cannabis by an employee working in a safety-sensitive position.
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Jun 24, 2019
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The Next Phase of Canadian Cannabis: What to Expect in 2019 and Beyond
On June 14, 2019, Health Canada unveiled its Final Regulations for New Cannabis Products
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Jun 21, 2019
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Regulation of CBD in the United States – Balancing Public Safety and Social Considerations with Industry Expectations and Consumer Demand
CBD (cannabidiol) is currently an industry hot topic.
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Jun 16, 2019
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First Mover Advantage: The Legalization of Adult Use Cannabis in Canada
Whether you are new to the cannabis industry, interested in starting a cannabis business, or have been seizing opportunities for a while — join us for an interactive day on the strategic and legal implications of the legalization of cannabis in Canada.
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October 30, 2018 - 7:30 am to 3:35 pm
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CSA Publishes Review of Disclosure of Reporting Issuers in the Cannabis Industry
On October 10, 2018, the Canadian Securities Administrators published CSA Staff Notice 51-357, reviewing disclosure practices, deficiencies and best practices.
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Oct 17, 2018
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Can we Implement Random Cannabis Drug Testing?
In certain circumstances an individual employee who has an alcohol or drug problem may be tested BUT random testing is not automatic.
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Oct 11, 2018
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