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| Oct 26, 2026 |
Aurora Cannabis Announces the Alberta Securities Commission has dismissed Curaleaf's Application and ruled in favour of the Company's At-the-Market Program
EDMONTON, AB, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aurora Cannabis Inc. ("Aurora" or the "Company") (ACB) (ACB), the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, today shared that the application made by Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. ("Curaleaf") (CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) to halt Aurora's at-the-market ("ATM") program was dismissed by the Alberta Securities Commission. This positive result supports Aurora's view that Curaleaf's actions were simply to distract shareholders from the fundamental issue before them: Curaleaf's hostile bid significantly undervalues Aurora and seeks to acquire Aurora's cash, unique EU-GMP assets, global growth platform and future upside at a discount. |
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| Oct 26, 2026 |
‘They buy because it’s easy’: Legal shops want more than enforcement to fight illegal pot
Though the Ford government says it’s planning to introduce new measures to crack down on illicit cannabis sales, legal retailers are questioning why it took eight years following legalization for enforcement tools to be bolstered. Several legal sellers told Global News they want Ontario to take the new rules a step further, by allowing the legal market to innovate and modernize cannabis sales by lifting some restrictions on how and where pot can be sold. |
| Oct 24, 2026 |
Cannabis drinks boom sparks rift in US alcohol industry Please use the sharing tools found via the share button at the top or side of articles. Copying articles to share with others is a breach of FT.com T&Cs and Copyright Policy. Email licensing@ft.com to buy additional rights. Subscribers may share up to 10 or 20 articles per month using the gift article service. More information can be found at https://help.ft.com/faq/gifting-and-sharing-an-article/what-is-a-gift-article/. https://www.ft.com/content/a4d00561-9309-427d-a5b7-556c2b4a74e8?syn-25a6b1a6=1 The rapid rise of THC-infused beverages has put US alcohol producers at odds with wholesalers and drinks retailers, as a growing number of consumers turn their backs on booze for a mellower high. Struggling brewers and distillers, mindful of the threat of an emerging competitor, have been calling for tough regulation of drinks containing THC, the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. However, drinks distributors and retailers are pushing for forthcoming restrictions on the beverages to be overturned for fear of losing sales. |
| Oct 23, 2026 |
Canada Cannabis Sales Reach New High in August 2026
Canada’s cannabis sales reached a new high in August 2026, totalling $520.4 million. Dried flower sales have also slightly rebounded in terms of units sold, while cannabis edibles increased and extracts declined. The new preliminary figures show national cannabis sales up about 3% year-over-year from $503.1 million in August 2025. Statistics Canada routinely updates its sales figures over time as new data comes in. As a result, July 2026 sales figures have been adjusted from $503.2 million to $515.8 million, a 3% increase. |
| Oct 23, 2026 |
How Low Can It Go: What You Need to Know About Cannabis Price Compression
What Is Cannabis Price Compression? It's when retail prices plummet. This has happened in most legal states so far. Competitors who sell pretty much the same products due to lack of interstate commerce under federal law begin to drop prices to gain an edge and others eventually follow. It's also a response to illegal sales of cannabis products, which are usually cheaper than legal ones. For instance, in Massachessetts, which borders New York, the average price of flower is $14 per eight and $80-$150 per ounce. In New York, similar products go for $33 per eighth and $170-$320 per ounce. In Califonia, ounces sell for as low as $60. These are all big drops from when the legal markets opened. New York retailers are hoping prices will stay relatively high, unlike in most of the legal states |
| Oct 22, 2026 |
Cronos Completes the Acquisition of CanAdelaar for 57.5 million euros The Canadian brand Cronos has finalized the ’Full acquisition of CanAdelaar, one of the largest licensed cannabis producers in the Netherlands, for a base price of 57.5 million euros. This acquisition establishes Cronos as a leader in the Dutch cannabis regulatory landscape and strengthens its presence in Europe. |
| Oct 21, 2026 |
This Cannabis Stock Jumped 12% in a Day: The Math Says Be Careful Record revenue can make a struggling stock look ready for a comeback. The important question is what remains after the business pays its costs and funds the investment needed to keep operating. Tilray Brands (TSX: TLRY) reported record first-quarter revenue on October 8. The business expanded beyond cannabis into beverages and distribution. That makes the headline growth interesting, but the cash figures give investors a much more cautious conclusion. |
| Oct 21, 2026 |
A brewing inflation tale: Beer prices soar in Ontario, while the cost of cannabis stays low
As the cost of cracking open a beer climbs in Ontario, cannabis users have seen smaller price increases over the past year. The price of beer in Ontario rose 10.2 per cent in August 2026 compared to the same month in 2025, according to a Capital Current’s analysis of Statistics Canada’s Consumer Price Index. Recreational cannabis prices, however, only increased 1.6 per cent in the same period, Capital Current found. The small increase in cannabis prices follows yearly declines. When these trends are compared to nation-wide data, the numbers tell a similar story, with beer purchased from stores increasing by 4.7 per cent and recreational cannabis prices decreasing one per cent. |
| Oct 21, 2026 |
Study suggests price is the deciding factor in where cannabis users shop
Legal marijuana is now a multibillion-dollar business across the U.S., but the illicit market remains a major competitor to dispensaries in many places. According to new research out of Missouri, 93% of reported cannabis spending in the state went through the regulated market But among those who still bought from illicit sellers, 62% said lower prices were the main reason. |
| Oct 21, 2026 |
Canadian Cannabis Suppliers Adapt to Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
For Canadian companies supplying the cannabis industry, the effects of current US/Canada trade tensions begin well before products reach a dispensary shelf. Packaging materials and production equipment regularly move through cross-border supply chains, bringing tariffs into purchasing decisions on both sides of the border. |
| Oct 20, 2026 |
Recent Studies Debunk Anti-Cannabis Industry Talking Points
A trio of recent studies provides evidence that directly contradicts major talking points that are often used by special interests opposed to the legal cannabis industry. The first pertains to crime, the second to youth cannabis consumption, and the third to motor vehicle safety. Cannabis industry opponents frequently make the claim that if legal cannabis sales are permitted, a spike in crime will occur in the area surrounding where legal sales are allowed. A researcher at Brock University examined crime data in Toronto and Ottawa, where adult-use cannabis sales are legal. His findings were published in The International Journal of Drug Policy. |
| Oct 20, 2026 |
Opening Legal Marijuana Dispensaries Provides An Economic Boost For Nearby Businesses, Study Shows The opening of recreational marijuana dispensaries can help boost nearby businesses by increasing foot traffic, purchases and revenue, according to a new study. Researchers from the City University of New York, Northern Illinois University and University of Miami examined cannabis market growth, credit and debit card purchases and socioeconomic and demographic data in Illinois from 2021 through 2024, finding that “recreational dispensary openings increase the number of customers at nearby establishments by approximately 6.82%, transactions by 8.01%, and revenue by 7.47%.” |
| Oct 19, 2026 |
Legal Retailers Welcome Ontario’s Plan to Target Illegal Cannabis Shops
The Ontario government says it plans to strengthen enforcement against illegal cannabis sales in the province. The proposed changes will be part of an upcoming legislative package. They would give the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) new tools to address unauthorized cannabis storefronts and unlawful online retail operations, including the authority to conduct inspections, seize illegal cannabis products and equipment, and issue administrative monetary penalties. |
| Oct 19, 2026 |
Here’s the Hands-Down Best Cannabis Stock for Dividend Investors
Many income investors wouldn't go near a pot stock with a 10-foot pole -- and for good reason. For one thing, most cannabis stocks don't pay dividends. The ones that do operate in a highly volatile industry. However, it's important to remember the adage "don't throw the baby out with the bath water." Sure, most cannabis stocks aren't good picks if you're seeking reliable income. There's one, though, that I think is hands-down the best cannabis stock for dividend investors. If you want cannabis exposure without cannabis-company risk, along with an exceptionally juicy yield, check out Innovative Industrial Properties 9.00% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (NYSE: IIPR-PA). |
| Oct 19, 2026 |
Curaleaf Continues Fight After Raising Takeover Bid for Aurora Cannabis
Curaleaf today responded to Aurora Cannabis recommending that its shareholders reject Curaleaf's increased takeover proposal, extending the companies' public battle over a potential deal. "Aurora's Board has a fiduciary duty to shareholders, which requires it not to take illogical steps to keep the highest bidder out of the room. The board has locked out Curaleaf while granting diligence access to unnamed parties and cites selective sources to support its agenda. None of that reflects a board acting in the company's or shareholders' best interests. Shareholders deserve the facts, and the facts favor engagement, not obstruction," said Curaleaf CEO Boris Jordan in a statement. |
| Oct 19, 2026 |
Devils on the loose: The deadly cost of Kanehsatà:ke’s cannabis boom
The cannabis industry is booming here and it has transformed the community into a volatile battleground. What started with a single unlicensed shop in 2018 has exploded into roughly 30 dispensaries, including megastores and casinos lining the main thoroughfare. Some play loud music all day, light up the night sky with neon and attract massive crowds. Even rapper Snoop Dogg performed here two years ago. |
| Oct 19, 2026 |
What Canada’s Cannabis Shelves Teach About Grading Every maturing market ends up with a cheap tier and a premium tier. The hard part is proving the premium tier deserves its price. Canada’s legal cannabis market offers an unusual case, because its top grades have no official standard behind them. In Canada, legal since 2018, adults can buy top shelf bud from curated craft ranges that sellers rank above everyday stock. This is information, not an invitation to buy, and the legal age is 19 in most provinces, 18 in Alberta and 21 in Quebec. These sellers ship within Canada only, so readers in Nigeria and across Africa cannot order. Cannabis also remains illegal in Nigeria, and rules differ from country to country. Treat this as a business case for adult readers, not health guidance. |
| Oct 17, 2026 |
OPINION: Canada’s legal cannabis system has an access problem hiding in plain sight
Eight years after cannabis legalization, Canadians seeking CBD for health-related reasons are still caught between two systems that weren’t built for them. In the recreational market, non-intoxicating products and the people looking for them have been squeezed to the margins of a retail system that rewards high THC and fast sales. Shelf space goes to what moves: an August 2026 review of Ontario’s cannabis catalogue found that just 1.2% of listings were THC-free. OCS data also shows that roughly 80% of new listings are phased out within a year. |
| Oct 16, 2026 |
Why Cannabis Stocks Are Looking Dirt Cheap
What does cannabis have to do with disruptive technology investing? Many people ask that question when they see we cover cannabis alongside more than 50 disruptive technology themes. Cannabis is neither a technology nor disruptive, though some might argue it disrupts those who consume too much of it. The backstory behind why we cover cannabis is worth telling because it surrounded the biggest hype cycle we’ve ever seen. |
| Oct 15, 2026 |
Competing Canadian Trademark Filings Spark Brand Name Dispute Over Cannabis Products
Sidekick Analytics, an independent cannabis product developer and brand owner based in Ontario, is involved in a priority battle with multinational consumer packaged goods company Tilray Brands Inc. over conflicting claims to the PORTALS brand name. Dan Black launched the PORTALS brand under Sidekick Analytics and managed its formulation, compliance, packaging, and sales. By 2023, PORTALS-branded products, including tablets and edibles, were sold commercially in Ontario, BC, and Alberta, generating what he says was nearly $3 million in retail sales. |