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Without Ottawa’s support, cannabis companies warn Canada could lose its lead on global exports
The cannabis industry is urging the Carney government to use surging marijuana exports as a means of diversifying Canadian trade with non-U.S. markets, warning Canada could soon lose its competitive advantage to rivals.
Cannabis sales to foreign markets are already on track to surpass $1-billion this year, according to Statistics Canada, and the industry expects that to double in 2027. Not only is that happening without government support, but industry insiders have come to believe Ottawa is intentionally avoiding their calls for help.
Medical Marijuana Improves Lower Back Back Pain And Reduces Opioid Use, New 10-Year Study Shows
Using medical marijuana helps people who suffer from lower pain significantly reduce their opioid use as well as experience lower pain intensity and functional disability, according to a new study that involved hundreds of patients..
Marijuana Moment Sept. 18, 2026SAFE Banking Act Reintroduced in the Senate
A federal bill to normalize banking for the cannabis industry has been reintroduced in Congress. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, which would provide a create a legal framework for banking and financial services to serve state-legal cannabis businesses, has passed the House of Representatives several times but has never been voted on by the full Senate.
Ganjapreneur Sept. 17, 2026Report: Cannabis Excise Taxes Totaled Over $3.5 Billion Across 30 U.S. States Last Year
Locally licensed cannabis retailers in 30 U.S. states and the District of Columbia generated about $3.55 billion in cannabis excise tax revenues between July 2025 and June 2026, according to a U.S. Census report.
Ganjapreneur Sept. 14, 2026