Michigan Cannabis Dispensary Q & A: Top 5 Compliance Questions Answered
By Gary Cohen on July 16, 2019
As the Great Lakes State prepares for the start of recreational cannabis sales, it’s critical for retailers to ensure they’re fully compliant with the marijuana dispensary regulations in Michigan.
3 Things You Need to Know About Canada’s $2.7B Cannabis Edible Market
By Devin Pacholik on July 11, 2019
Canadians will soon be able to legally purchase edible and drinkable cannabis, concentrates, and topical products. Retailers can expect cannabis edibles and new product options to be available in Canada as soon as mid-December, following legal approval on October 17. After that day, c …
Ontario Cannabis Retail: AGCO New Cannabis Store Lottery Frequently Asked Questions
By James Manning on July 8, 2019
It's no surprise that Ontario's cannabis market has been a bright spot where private recreational stores are thriving. In fact, reports show the province saw a significant boost in cannabis sales from the physical store rollout in April. Initially capped at 25, Ontario's government la …
7 Things to Look For in a Seed-To-Sale Compliant POS in Missouri
By Gary Cohen on July 5, 2019
You put a lot of hard work into earning a dispensary license, and now that you’ve got the green light, you’ll need to find the right POS partner. It’s vital you pick a point-of-sale that meets all DHSS seed-to-sale regulations, one that helps you prevent diversion of product into the …
The Best Cities to Open a Retail Cannabis Shop in Canada
By Faai Steuer on July 2, 2019
Canada’s recreational cannabis industry has been in operation for a little more than a year, and it’s already seen explosive growth. Even, Ontario saw cannabis sales more than double in April on the back of new store openings. Canada's retailers can barely keep up with the high number …
How to Choose a Seed-to-Sale Compliant POS for Your Michigan Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on June 25, 2019
Following the legalization of recreational sales in late 2018, lawmakers are busily writing the regulations that will govern Michigan’s adult-use cannabis market. Naturally, a major aspect of regulation is the tracking of all cannabis product as it moves through the supply chain — whi …
How to Reduce Your Cannabis Tax in Ontario
By Gary Cohen on June 20, 2019
The cannabis store tax in Canada can add a pretty penny to your customer's total purchase. In Ontario, there is a Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) that adds a 13 percent fee on virtually all products, cannabis included. But there are HST exemptions for certain populations in Ontario so long …
How Much It Costs to Open a Cannabis Dispensary in Missouri
By Faai Steuer on June 18, 2019
Cannabis dispensaries are like any retail business, only they come with a host of added costs related to licensing and meeting regulations. With the rise of the medical marijuana industry in Missouri, there are many new business opportunities, but licensing, control measures, and othe …
NBA Finals: What You Need to Know About Cannabis in Ontario
By Devin Pacholik on June 12, 2019
The Raptors are at home court for the NBA finals to face the Golden State Warriors for a historic matchup. The entire province — and country — is electric with excitement. Taking a page out of the incredible gathering in Toronto’s Jurassic Park, there will be parties and events all ov …
How to Apply for a Cannabis Retail License in Michigan
By Gary Cohen on June 11, 2019
After becoming the 10th state to legalize recreational cannabis in November 2018, Michigan’s marijuana market is heating up. Patients across the Great Lake State are obtaining their medical marijuana cards while government regulators are busily drafting the rules for the recreational …
How to Market a Cannabis Retail Store: The Dos and Don’ts
By Faai Steuer on June 6, 2019
With the federal legalization of adult-use cannabis in Canada and both recreational and medical cannabis reform continuing to sweep the U.S., the cannabis retail landscape is growing daily. And in order to stand apart from the competition, dispensary owners must put time, effort, and …
4 Things You’ll Learn When You Attend Cova’s Seminars in Michigan & Missouri
By Faai Steuer on June 4, 2019
When a new cannabis market opens like Missouri and Michigan, there’s always a mix of excitement and trepidation for entrepreneurs. The complex legalities of any cannabis market can feel intimidating and, as a result, many people interested in opening a dispensary never make it past th …