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New Canadian NatureCo supplements brand revolutionizing health sector

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New Canadian NatureCo supplements brand revolutionizing health sector

The new NatureCo supplements line, a brand of healthy natural supplements, certified and approved by Health Canada, is revolutionizing the health sector.

MONTREAL, Dec. 3, 2018,/CNW– With the arrival of the all-new NatureCo line of products, a brand entirely conceptualized and produced within the Montreal area, natural health products are elevated to new heights. Available online across North America, NatureCo’s range of products is designed to improve common health issues, such as joint pain, lack of energy, excess weight, and sexual dysfunction, by offering sound alternatives to prescriptions.

100 % Natural Solutions
Founded on values that promote innovation, this line of products stands out for its avant-garde qualities, offering instant solutions that are 100% natural. Whether pertaining to the development of muscle mass, the improvement of male sexual performance, or the relief of joint pain, back pain, arthritis, or sports injuries, Frédéric Ettedgui, vice-president of NatureCo, wants to redefine overall health, by proving that there are healthy and effective alternatives for preventing and reducing the risks of certain common diseases or injuries.

A New Experience


As a company dedicated to offering innovative natural health products by raising quality standards, NatureCo puts forward a new experience within the field of natural supplements for savvy consumers. Following a structure based on expedited shipping, advanced customer service, and various launches planned over the next two years, the team strives to reinvent the research, design, and production of natural health products, which offers effective and indisputable results. For more information, please visit http://natureco.shop

About NatureCo


NatureCo embarked on the path of natural therapies advocating a global definition of health over 40 years ago. Established by Daniel Ettedgui, founder and former president of Suisse Laboratories as well as creator of “Swical Energy” a must-have in the domain of natural health products, NatureCo combines well-known practices with modern approaches in the field of natural health. By concentrating most of its activities online, NatureCo revolutionizes the health sector by implementing new and evolved approaches, unexplored within typical pharmaceutical programs. Such a unique approach, superior methods of quality control, as well as its innovative nature makes NatureCo a leading player within its field of expertise.

Pozar Health Solutions adds CLM Health Group as distributor

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Pozar Health Solutions adds CLM Health Group as distributor

Pozar Health Solutions Sales Agency Division in British Columbia is pleased to announce a new distributor. The agency welcomes CLM Health Group, a company owned and operated by Catherine L. Maguire.

Maguire’s CLM Health Group distributes internationally recognizable brands like Allimax and Organyc 100% organic sanitary products.

Catherine L. Maguire (Kate) began her career as an independent rep in the natural products industry and enjoyed early success as she built her first product to be a market leader.

From there, Kate launched CLM Health Group, a nation-wide natural health products distributor/broker. CLM supplies high quality and effective health products to natural health retailers, pharmacies and health care practitioners.

CLM, prides itself on providing superior customer care through our focused approach, retail support and education, and exceptional product knowledge.

The company offers personalized service like a small agency, with the distribution and marketing capabilities of a large organization.

 

About Pozar Health Solutions:

Offering top-shelf natural products and innovative brands along with detailed promotional plans for growth.

Fourteen years experience in retail and supplier sectors along with education in business administration and marketing providing a fresh perspective and proven strategies.

Top line sales begin with top line service solutions from a  Natural Health Brands Representative that you can trust to be available to you when you need it.

 

 

 

iLevel Management Announces New SW Account Manager

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iLevel Management Announces New SW Account Manager

iLevel Management Inc. is excited to announce we have an industry veteran joining our team as the new SW Ontario Account Manager. Russell Wilson will join our team as of December 3, 2018.

With 20 years combined sales and marketing experience in retail, distributor, broker and vendor roles, Russell has developed broad knowledge and understanding of the Natural Products Industry. He has serviced the broker segment primarily with over 10 years’ experience representing two well-established brokerages and 5 years managing his own independent agency. His focus on building and executing results-based strategies for vendors, motivates him to attain specific goals in company growth. He has a strong passion for relationship building and personal development which is reflected in his years of training and implementation in both personal lives and professionally in business.

Please join us in welcoming Russell to our team. Russell will assume responsibly for accounts West of Hwy 427. Gloria David remains responsible for accounts East of Hwy 427.

 

 

 

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About iLevel Management

Guided by our relentless focus to discover and deliver high-quality products the world has to offer, iLevel Management, will constantly strive to provide innovative products to the right markets at affordable prices for all to enjoy.

Vision: iLevel Management believes in three core values – to innovate, integrate, and invigorate.
We believe in bringing the right product to the market and are not afraid to say no to a product that we don’t believe in. We believe in focusing on products that are meaningful and that will have a positive influence on both consumers and retailers. We believe in deep collaboration and cross-pollination with our partners, which allow us to innovate in a way that others cannot. We believe in becoming the premier destination for both retailers and suppliers looking for exemplary product strategy, product guidance and counselling to ensure their needs are executed and integrated into their long-term plans of success. Invigorating brands and sparking a surge in demand.
iLevel Management donates a % of its yearly profits to charities around the world.

The company opened its doors May 2013. The company was started by the vision of Jimmy Vaid. Vaid is and always has been a leader with impeccable integrity, strong ethics, and great respect for all of those around him. His drive and passion are immeasurable, combined with his entrepreneurial skills he has seen much success throughout his career.

Having played key roles within various organizations he is poised to take this new venture to the top. From being the VP at Canada’s first natural products brokerage house, the lead at a start-up manufacturer, and also has a strong financial background; these roles have given him the experience and knowledge to launch iLevel Management Inc. Lastly, the key component that ties everything together are the top clients he represents & the valued customers, retailers and distributors alike, he works with.

 

Shift in Canadian Dining Habits Presents New Revenue Opportunities for Food & Beverage Industry

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Shift in Canadian Dining Habits Presents New Revenue Opportunities for Food & Beverage Industry

  A new report released today by Eagle Eye, a leading SaaS digital marketing provider, reveals a significant shift in Canadian dining habits and their attitudes toward food and beverage brands, presenting new revenue opportunities for Canadian businesses heading into 2019.

Eagle Eye’s report, Changing Tastes & Flavours: Canadians’ Attitudes Toward Food and Beverage Brands Are Changing. Are F&B Operators Moving Fast Enough? comes at a time when Canada’s vast geography, rich landscape and varied demographics have created a national food and beverage (F&B) industry that is dynamic, competitive, and as diverse as its citizens. But even with the global economy’s unpredictability and fast-paced technological developments, the Canadian F&B sector has remained resilient.

Based on a survey conducted by Eagle Eye of 2,000 Canadian consumers and over 200 F&B professionals, the report looks at the relationship between how consumers engage with F&B establishments across the country, and whether F&B operators are equipped with the right tools and technology to meet those expectations. Key consumer statistics include:

  • 71% have a meal outside of their home up to 10 times per month
  • Younger generations and working professionals dine out more frequently, up to 20 times per month
  • 62% of consumers spend up to $30 per visit
  • 30% of Canadian consumers are currently members of a restaurant loyalty program
  • 13% of Canadians use third-party delivery services like Uber Eats to order from restaurants, rather than through the restaurant directly

With more options and ways to interact with restaurants, bars, quick service restaurants (QSRs), taverns, and other F&B establishments, consumer dining habits have evolved significantly over the last twelve months. These behaviours include a higher frequency of restaurant delivery, getting fast food, buying prepared foods from the grocery store, getting takeout from a restaurant and ordering 3rd party food delivery services.

But while dining out remains at an all-time high for consumers, new data shows that many F&B operators are failing to engage with consumers—and losing out on revenue opportunities in the process:

  • 38% of consumers have not received communications from a restaurant brand in the past 3 months
  • Only 22% have received a personalized offer to prompt a first time-visit
  • 35% have received an offer to prompt a return visit
  • 60% of consumers would return for another visit if offered a coupon
  • Only 30% of operators use technology, data and insights to identify their customers through promo codes, card payments or loyalty memberships

“Today’s food and beverage sector is increasingly competitive, but most operators lack insights into who their customers are, how often they visit and what they’re ordering,” said Tim Mason, Chief Executive Officer at Eagle Eye. “To capitalize on the revenue opportunities our report has uncovered, Canadian brands need to become digitally connected to gather customer data, create a direct marketing channel, and stand out from their competitors. With the right digital infrastructure, food and beverage operators can cost-effectively drive repeat visits and increase spend per visit.”

The report also speaks to major challenges F&B operators face across Canada, including:

  • Fraud continues to impact the industry, with 79% of operators experiencing customer- and staff-related fraud
  • 36% of restaurant owners struggle with rising costs but is most prominent among independently-operated businesses and those in operation for 20-plus years
  • Staff turnover can be as high as 200-300% in a given restaurant

Strategies to overcome these challenges, and engage with customers in real-time via digital, mobile and social channels, are also addressed in the report, to help operators strengthen brand loyalty and drive revenue growth in a highly competitive market. —CNW

Goodness Me! Natural Food Market Opens Tenth Location in Cambridge

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Goodness Me! Natural Food Market Opens Tenth Location in Cambridge

The new store offers a wide selection of organic produce, healthy products, and features a dine-in eatery full of ready-to-eat, prepared foods.

Goodness Me! Natural Food Market opened their new Cambridge location to the public at 9 a.m. on Monday, November 26, 2018. Located at 525 Hespeler Road, the 16,000 square-foot store is highly anticipated by the eager customers in the community.

“What a wonderful experience this has been, opening our 10th location in the beautiful city of Cambridge. We are so happy to have the opportunity to expand and welcome new customers to our Goodness Me! Natural Food Market family. You will find our high standards, passion for education, and exceptional customer service to be unparalleled. With our diverse and inclusive product offering, customers can shop with ease and trust that they are receiving the best quality. I am sure our customers will love the energy and aesthetic of our amazing new store, and it will enrich their lives just as it has enriched ours. All are welcome to come for a visit, and let our loving family take care of yours,” says De Edmondson.

Celebrating on the front of their building “If It’s Healthy, It’s Here,” you discover they mean business when it comes to ingredients as soon as you walk through the front door.

With a team dedicated to seeking products that are free from high fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated fats, artificial flavours and colours, sweeteners, and preservatives.

Store features:

  • The largest section of exclusively organic produce with a wide selection of fruits & vegetables, sourced locally whenever possible.
  • Goodness Me! private label meat offering a large variety of locally raised, grass-fed beef, natural pork, chicken raised without antibiotics. From May-October they have a pasture-raised chicken program.
  • A large eatery with healthy salad bar, rotating hot bar with keto and vegan options, new self-serve pizza bar, freshly blended smoothies, kombucha on tap, organic coffee, and hot soups & chilis, with a beautifully crafted dining area featuring a locally crafted, preserved moss wall reading “Discover the Power of Food.”
  • A huge natural grocery department with healthy options for those with food allergies or on special diets, including gluten-free, keto, paleo, plant-based, and vegan.
  • Curated collections of beauty and body care with clean, natural ingredients.
  • Also, there are cutting-edge, quality supplements like vegan protein powders, collagen, MCT powders, bone broth powders, vitamins, minerals, and more.
  • Trendy and unique Home & Life items to help you live the healthiest (and trendiest) life possible

Goodness Me! Natural Food Market in Cambridge employs more than 40 full, and part-time team members. Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, and Saturday-Sunday, 9am-8pm. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE).

Homeopathic Medicine: Positive Changes on the horizon in Canada

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Homeopathic Medicine: Positive Changes on the horizon in Canada

In the homeopathic medicine industry, great strides are being taken in Canada to help Canadians better understand the benefits of treatments.

According to Daniel Dereser, CEO of Boiron Canada, homeopathy is at a curving point where positive things are happening.

“The great thing that is now happening is the creation of the Canadian National Homeopathy Association,” Dereser says. “All the provinces, which have their own homeopathy associations, will now be joined as one. The provinces have decided to combine their efforts to create one national association.”

“There is a rising awareness of homeopathy happening nationwide and worldwide,” he continues. “Health care professionals, especially family physicians and nurses, are embracing integrative medicines more and more. Consumers are looking for high quality and reliable natural health products when it comes to treatment options for themselves and their family members. Homeopathic medicines fulfil this important demand.”

Dereser also says a consumer organization has been created in order to help Canadians defend homeopathy. The organization will be called “Four Homeopathy.”

“They are set up and have a website,” Dereser continues. “It’s important because finally there is a consumer voice with this organization in Canada for homeopathy. This is great because the industry needs a voice on all levels, including the political level. And, Canadians need to be informed about the benefits of homeopathy.”

Dereser also notes that a social media campaign will also be launched called “Homeopathy Works For Me.” The campaign, which was started in the UK, which the Canadian version will be modelled after, had over 160,000 followers. The association wants to duplicate that in Canada.

 

—by Toni-Marie Ippolito

About Boiron Canada:

Boiron is a French-based global leader in homeopathic medicine. Our laboratory operations are rooted in a proud family tradition and guided by a passion for excellence in homeopathy. Boiron Canada was established in 1988 in order to better cater to the needs of Canadian health care professionals and patients who chose homeopathic care.

Located in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Boiron Canada’s main office was designed by architects Patrice Gamache and o. Its inspiration was derived from the very values we call our own: innovation and sophistication, discipline and passion, and performance and pleasure.

 

 

Nuvo Pharmaceuticals wins bid to acquire products from Aralez Pharmaceuticals

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Nuvo Pharmaceuticals wins bid to acquire products from Aralez Pharmaceuticals

MISSISSAUGA, ONNov. 29, 2018 /CNW/ – Nuvo Pharmaceuticals Inc., a globally focused, healthcare company with a portfolio of commercial products and pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities, today announced that it has been informed by Aralez Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Aralez) that Nuvo’s was the most favourable bid received and that Aralez will seek court approval for the Transaction.

The Nuvo Pharmaceuticals bid must be approved by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York which oversee the respective pending proceedings involving Aralez and certain affiliates under Canada’s Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (the CCAA) and chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.  Subject to such court approvals and other customary closing conditions, closing is anticipated to occur prior to December 31, 2018.

On September 19, 2018, the Company announced that it had entered into definitive, binding purchase agreements with Aralez to acquire a portfolio of revenue-generating products, as well as the associated personnel and infrastructure to continue the products’ management and growth, subject to a competitive bidding and auction process approved by the U.S. and Ontario courts.

Upon closing of the Transaction, Nuvo will pay Aralez US$110 million in cash (less the US$4.4 million deposit previously paid and subject to certain working capital adjustments), which Nuvo will satisfy through funding provided by certain funds managed by Deerfield Management Company, L.P. (Deerfield), a leading, global, healthcare-specialized investor (the Financing).

Jesse Ledger, Nuvo’s President & CEO commented, “We are excited about the prospect of gaining the benefit of the positive growth trend of the Aralez business in Canada.  We believe this transaction has the potential to create significant shareholder value by adding scale, diversification to our revenue streams and additional platforms for future growth.”

The description of the Transaction and the Financing contained in this news release are qualified in their entirety by the reference to the definitive purchase agreements and binding commitment letter, copies of which are filed under Nuvo’s profile at www.sedar.com.  Closing remains subject to court approvals and other customary closing conditions.  The closing of the Financing also remains subject to customary conditions.  There can be no assurance that the Transaction as described, or otherwise, will be successfully concluded.

 

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About Nuvo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Nuvo (TSX: NRI; OTCQX: NRIFF) is a globally focused, healthcare company with a portfolio of commercial products and pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities.  Nuvo has four commercial products that are available in a number of countries: Pennsaid® 2%, Pennsaid, Resultz® and the heated lidocaine/tetracaine patch.  Nuvo manufactures Pennsaid 2% for the U.S market, Pennsaid for the global market and the bulk drug product for the HLT Patch at its U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Health Canada and E.U. approved manufacturing facility in Varennes, Québec.  The Company’s focus is to maximize the value of Pennsaid 2% and Resultz through out-licensing to commercial partners in international markets and identifying new opportunities to acquire additional, revenue-generating or late-stage products or businesses to further diversify the Company’s existing product portfolio.  For additional information, please visit www.nuvopharmaceuticals.com.

About Aralez Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Aralez Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a speciality pharmaceutical company focused on delivering meaningful products to improve patients’ lives by acquiring, developing and commercializing products in various speciality areas. Aralez’s global headquarters is in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada and the Irish headquarters is in Dublin, Ireland.  Further information about Aralez can be found at www.aralez.com.

CVS Health and Aetna Merger Moving Ahead

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CVS Health and Aetna Merger Moving Ahead
WOONSOCKET, R.I.Oct. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that allows it to proceed with its proposed acquisition of Aetna (NYSE: AET). DOJ clearance is a key milestone toward finalizing the transaction, which is also subject to state regulatory approvals, many of which have been granted. CVS Health’s acquisition of Aetna remains on track to close in the early part of Q4 2018.

“DOJ clearance is an important step toward bringing together the strengths and capabilities of our two companies to improve the consumer health care experience,” said CVS Health President and Chief Executive Officer Larry J. Merlo. “We are pleased to have reached an agreement with the DOJ that maintains the strategic benefits and value creation potential of our combination with Aetna. We are now working to complete the remaining state reviews.”

Merlo added, “CVS Health and Aetna have the opportunity to combine capabilities in technology, data and analytics to develop new ways to engage patients in their total health and wellness. Our focus will be at the local and community level, taking advantage of our thousands of locations and touchpoints throughout the country to intervene with consumers to help predict and prevent potential health problems before they occur. Together, we will help address the challenges our health care system is facing, and we’ll be able to offer better care and convenience at a lower cost for patients and payors.”

Following the close of the transaction, Aetna will operate as a standalone business within the CVS Health enterprise and will be led by members of its current management team.

As part of the agreement reached with the DOJ, as previously announced, Aetna entered into an asset purchase agreement with a subsidiary of WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (NYSE: WCG) for the divestiture of Aetna’s standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, which have an aggregate of approximately 2.2 million members. Aetna will provide administrative services to and will retain the financial results of the divested plans through 2019. DOJ’s clearance, subject to this limited divestiture, moves CVS Health closer to realizing the substantial synergies and value expected from the combination.

About CVS Health
CVS Health is a pharmacy innovation company helping people on their path to better health. Through its more than 9,800 retail locations, more than 1,100 walk-in medical clinics, a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 94 million plan members, a dedicated senior pharmacy care business serving more than one million patients per year, expanding specialty pharmacy services, and a leading stand-alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, the company enables people, businesses and communities to manage health in more affordable and effective ways. This unique integrated model increases access to quality care, delivers better health outcomes and lowers overall health care costs. Find more information about how CVS Health is shaping the future of health at https://www.cvshealth.com.

Arthritis Society and BestLifeRewarded Innovations Collaboration

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Arthritis Society and BestLifeRewarded Innovations Collaboration

TORONTONov. 27, 2018 /CNW/ – BestLifeRewarded Innovations (BLRI) is proud to announce a new collaboration with the Arthritis Society to deliver support and improved quality of life for people living with arthritis.

Arthritis affects more Canadians than any other chronic condition, yet most people don’t take it seriously because they incorrectly assume it isn’t a life-altering condition. The Arthritis Society wants to change that perception.

The truth about arthritis is alarming. Over 6 million Canadians live with arthritis (1 in 5 adults). In less than 20 years that number is expected to reach 9 million (1 in 4). Arthritis is one of the leading causes of long-term disability in Canada. It carries an estimated annual economic impact of treatment and lost productivity due to arthritis of $33 billion.

While those numbers are shocking, the impact of arthritis is greatest on the individual themselves – disrupting every aspect of their lives and robbing them of their independence, mobility and general well-being. Self-advocacy becomes a vital part of the patient journey.

“People need to understand that they may have arthritis even if they don’t realize it yet and that their future health depends upon taking action now,” said Arthritis Society president Janet Yale. “Our innovative patient resources have been developed with the input of experts in the field to help Canadians better understand this disease and to empower them to live better and protect their joints both before and after a visit with their doctor. We are excited to collaborate with BestLifeRewarded to make these resources available to their vast network of employers and employees across Canada.”

BestLifeRewarded is the first program that combines rewards, evidence-informed behaviour change models and personalized action plans designed to get and keep people healthy.

“We were shocked to see the latest projections for Canadians living with arthritis,” said Susanne Cookson, Co-founder of the BestLifeRewarded program. “We believe in building corporate wellness programming with science and engaging with emotion, allowing each individual to find their own path to wellness with personalized encouragement and rewards that lead to long-term success. We’re excited to formally align efforts with the Arthritis Society of Canada to promote their leading tools and resources within our robust network.”

Starting in early 2019, BLRI and the Arthritis Society will roll out a number of new support materials across the BLRI network of corporate wellness programming.

About BestLifeRewarded® Innovations

BestLifeRewarded is a health behaviour change system. People are your business and we make your people better. We do what works. BestLifeRewarded supports over 12,000 Canadian companies, and reaches over 3.2 million Canadians and growing. The platform has been recognized globally for its evidence-informed innovation in health behaviour change.

About Arthritis Society

The Arthritis Society is a national health charity with a vision to live in a world where people are free from the devastating effects that arthritis has on lives. Through the trust and support of our donors and sponsors, the Arthritis Society is Canada’s largest charitable source of investments in cutting-edge arthritis research, proactive advocacy and innovative solutions that will deliver better health outcomes for people affected by arthritis. The Arthritis Society is accredited under Imagine Canada’s Standards Program.

For more information on the Arthritis Society, please visit www.arthritis.ca

For more information on BestLifeRewarded, please visit www.bestliferewarded.com

 

Body and Mind Launches THC Infused Beef Jerky

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Body and Mind Launches THC Infused Beef Jerky

VANCOUVER, Nov. 27, 2018 /CNW/ – Body and Mind Inc. ((BaM) is pleased to announce the company has delivered the first shipments of cannabis-infused beef jerky products to dispensaries in Nevada.

Meat snacks in the United States were a $ 2.8 Billion USD category for the year ended Feb 25, 2017, as reported by Nielsen Retail Measurement Services. Roughly $ 1.5 Billion USD was attributed to beef jerky and $ 1.3 Billion USD in sales were from beef sticks.

Las Vegas has roughly 44 Million annual visitors and cannabis-infused beef jerky is a product that allows adults to consume cannabis without smoking,” stated Robert Hasman, a Director at Body and Mind. “As more states move to legal adult medical and recreational cannabis there is increased interest in innovative, flavourful edible products. Our production staff perform an exceptional job creating premium distillate which is used to infuse our various flavours of beef jerky with an accurate, measured dosage of ~10mg of THC per piece of jerky. Our kitchen team have done a fantastic job working to create a host of flavours with very positive feedback from focus groups.”

Body and Mind beef jerky is available at dispensaries in Nevada in Pepper, Teriyaki and Sriracha flavours.

In preparation for the holiday season, Body and Mind has launched a boxed set holiday offering. The boxed set includes three or five disposable vape pens in a contemporary gift box. Customers can choose to fill the holiday box from a wide variety of Raw Distillate Disposable Pens with award-winning strains and flavours including Mandarin Cookies (89 % THC), Hardcore OG (85 % THC), Lime (86.65% THC), Strawberry (84.8 % THC), Tangerine (94.11% THC) and Guava (88.40 % THC).

 

 

 

 

 

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

About Body and Mind
BaM is a publicly traded company investing in high quality medical and recreational cannabis cultivation and production and retail. Our wholly-owned Nevada subsidiary was awarded one of the first medical marijuana cultivation licences and holds cultivation and production licenses in Nevada and partial ownership of a production and dispensary license in Ohio. BaM products include dried flower, edibles, topicals, extracts as well as GPEN Gio cartridges. BaM marijuana strains have won numerous awards including the Las Vegas Hempfest Cup 2016, High Times Top Ten, the NorCal Secret Cup and the Emerald Cup. BaM continues to expand operations in Nevada and Ohio and is constantly reviewing accretive expansion opportunities.