Cannabis Headlines October 26-Nov 1

Shoppers Drug Mart Formally Applies to Distribute Medical Marijuana

Canada's largest pharmacy chain has formally applied to be a distributor of medical marijuana. CBC.ca

In Switzerland, High-CBD Cannabis Being Sold Legally as ‘Tobacco Substitute’

An organic gardening company in Switzerland has managed to make high-CBD cannabis flower available to consumers by capping the THC content and registering the product with regulators as a tobacco substitute. Leafly.com

Aphria welcomes Arlene Dickinson to its Board of Directors

Aphria Inc. is pleased to announce that Arlene Dickinson was elected as a new director at the Company’s annual general meeting held on October 27, 2016. Aphria.com

All You Need to Know About Marijuana Legalization in Canada

In this zero-to-expert feature, you'll become well-versed on how Canada plans to 'go-green.' Hilltimes.com

High Revenues, High Expenses: A Look At The Numbers Behind Vancouver's Retail Pot Societies

Non-profit societies active in Vancouver’s multi-million-dollar retail pot sector have reported a wide range of annual revenues, from under $80,000 for one society to more than $3.7 million for another, with those totals almost matched by substantial expenses, according to financial statements obtained by The Vancouver Sun.