(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 31, 2023

Kelowna (British Columbia)/Syilx (Okanagan) – The Retail Cannabis Council of BC (RCCBC) and BC Craft Farmers Co-op (BCCFC) announced today that BC cannabis leader Rubicon Organics will be an Industry Partner for the 2023 BC Cannabis Summit.

This year’s second annual event is scheduled to take place April 21-23, 2023 on the unceded territory of Syilx Okanagan People in Kelowna, B.C.

“We are very excited that Rubicon is supporting this year’s Cannabis Summit,” said RCCBC Executive Director Jaclynn Pehota. “In addition to producing amazing cannabis, Rubicon’s team represents some of the best and brightest in the world.  We are looking forward to hearing their voices lakeside next month.”  

Rubicon Organics is a brand leader in premium organic cannabis and is focused on achieving industry-leading profitability through its premium cannabis flower and product innovation. Its flagship brands include Simply Bare™ Organic, 1964 Supply Co.™, LAB THEORY™, Homestead Cannabis Supply™ and its topical brand Wildflower™. The Company ensures the quality of its cannabis products by cultivating, processing and selling organic certified, sustainably produced, super-premium cannabis products from its hybrid greenhouse located in Delta, BC.

Rubicon Organics CEO, Margaret Brodie said, “We are proud of British Columbia’s vibrant cannabis culture and the BC Cannabis Summit is the place to exchange and collaborate with some of the best in the business.”

RCCBC and BCCFC are inviting craft cannabis stakeholders across BC and Canada to “roll it up and hash it out” together in B.C.’s Okanagan Valley from April 21 to 23, 2023 at the Manteo Resort. Delegates can access reduced rates at the Resort while supplies last.

BCCFC President Tara Kirkpatrick said, “This year’s Cannabis Summit is about promoting a Team BC approach to maintaining our province’s status as a global cannabis leader. Rubicon Organics is a critical member of this provincial team.  We look forward to celebrating their success together next month.”

Over the past couple of weeks, the BC Cannabis summit has confirmed BC Deputy Premier, Hon. Mike Farnworth and BC’s Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism and Special Advisor to the Premier for Youth, Brittny Anderson as keynote speakers. On Monday, All Nations Mestiyexw was confirmed as the title partner of the event.

More speakers and Summit partners will be announced over the coming days. Visit bccannabissummit.ca to register for the Summit, take advantage of partnership opportunities, and book accommodation at the Eldorado Resort. RCCBC and BCCFC members receive VIP rates.

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Contact:

BC Craft Farmers Co-op
assistantsecretary@bccraftfarmerscoop.com

Rubicon Organics
Mathieu Aubin: Mathieu.aubin@rubiconorganics.com
(604) 999-1585