How Cova Meets All Ontario Compliance and Reporting Requirements
By Faai Steuer on December 11, 2018
The initial steps have officially commenced for the second phase of the Ontario cannabis retail industry. The province opened the online application for privately-owned, brick and mortar retail cannabis stores and expect sales to begin in April 2019.
Cannabis Marketing and Advertising Restrictions in Canada
By Faai Steuer on December 5, 2018
Canada’s kickoff of adult-use cannabis became official this past October, now all eyes are on the nation as its newly legal industry dominates headlines around the world. For cannabis retail business owners in Canada however, trying to navigate a broader consumer market while also adh …
10 Things You’ll Learn from the Cova Seminars in Oklahoma and Ontario
By Faai Steuer on November 30, 2018
Starting a cannabis business is thrilling and treacherous all at the same time. As an aspiring cannabis retailer or dispensary owner, you will have the exciting opportunity to trailblaze a growing industry. But there are many potential pitfalls that await. From getting the licensing a …
7 Crucial Things All Budtenders Should Know
By Faai Steuer on November 19, 2018
Tricks of the trade come after being in one industry for a while, but there are a few elements any budtender just starting out in a marijuana dispensary must know. We’re not saying employees have to memorize the effects of hundreds of strains, but there are key components to their job …
5 Considerations When Hiring a California Cannabis Consultant (Plus 2 Warning Signs)
By Faai Steuer on October 25, 2018
In the span of roughly six years, we’ve witnessed the birth and meteoric rise of a new industry. The rate at which cannabis legalization has spread across North America is nothing short of amazing, and a clear indication of this incredible plant’s very bright future.
How to Open A Cannabis Store in Canada
By Faai Steuer on October 23, 2018
On October 17, Canada officially became the first G7 nation and the second country in the world to usher in legalized recreational cannabis, marking a history-making shift in the evolving legalization landscape. And Canada’s green injection is forecast to be a huge boost for its econo …
How to Attract Tourists to Your Canadian Retail Cannabis Store
By Faai Steuer on October 16, 2018
Tourism is on the rise in Canada. 2017 was a landmark year with nearly 21 million visitors making the trip, breaking the 2002 record of 20.1 million. And now that non-medical cannabis is legal in Canada, it’s likely many tourists will recreationally indulge during their stay. Cannabis …
How Manitoba Cannabis Retailers Can Remain Compliant
By Faai Steuer on October 4, 2018
The country of Canada is waiting with baited breath for October 17, the scheduled opening date for legal non-medical cannabis. In preparation, the Liquor, Gaming, and Cannabis Authority (LGCA) in Manitoba recently passed provincial cannabis retailer regulations.
How to Find the Right Cannabis Retail Location in Alberta
By Faai Steuer on October 2, 2018
With the start of legal non-medical cannabis sales less than one month away, Canadian entrepreneurs everywhere are looking for their way into the budding industry. And for many, cannabis retail is a very viable option.
How Cova POS Addresses Alberta's Compliance and Reporting Requirements
By Faai Steuer on September 28, 2018
When opening a retail cannabis store in Alberta, there are many moving parts and regulations to consider. Retailers can cut down on compliance risks by choosing a point of sale (POS) and inventory management system that can track inventory, transactions, and securely store data, all w …
Cannabis Retail Inventory Manager: 5 Key Responsibilities
By Faai Steuer on August 22, 2018
If you’re considering applying for a retail cannabis license or have already started the process, you’re going to want to allocate some time to recruiting qualified employees and staffing your operation.