CannabisNewsBreaks

TuesdayMay 15, 2018 10:44 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Sunniva Inc. (CSE: SNN) (OTCQX: SNNVF) to Present at the Canaccord Genuity Cannabis Conference

Sunniva (CSE: SNN) (OTCQX: SNNVF) this morning announced that the company’s president, Leith Pedersen, will be presenting at the 2nd annual Canaccord Genuity Cannabis Conference taking place at the Westin Grand Central in New York, New York on May 17, 2018 at 11:20 am ET. Pedersen’s presentation will cover the company’s growth strategy, including its recent strategic acquisition of land and start of construction for the Sunniva Canada Campus. The presentation will be broadcasted live and available for 90 days following the conference at http://cnw.fm/9mEF1. To view the full press release, visit http://cnw.fm/naKV1 About Sunniva Inc. Sunniva, through its subsidiaries,…

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TuesdayMay 15, 2018 10:13 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) Posts Shareholder Update

Pivot Pharmaceuticals (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) this morning provided an update to shareholders regarding the current state of the company. Among other highlights, the update included an overview of Pivot’s plans to generate value for the company and shareholders. "As a business, we see a glaring demand for differentiated products and solutions, backed by proven technologies, that match the vast needs of medicinal and recreational consumers outside of the dried flower segment. We will capitalize on this segment of the market and we are working towards building a sustainable, long-term business with the ultimate goal of delivering value…

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TuesdayMay 15, 2018 9:48 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Choom Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) Increases Footprint in Western Canada with Eight Additional Retail Opportunities

British Columbia-based cannabis cultivation firm Choom Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) this morning announced that it has secured the rights to an additional eight retail locations in Alberta, increasing its total to 17 applications in the approval process with the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (“AGLC”). “Our goal is to secure significant market share where private cannabis retail stores are permitted. Increasing our footprint in Western Canada naturally strengthens our reach to consumers,” Chris Bogart, president and CEO of Choom, stated in the news release. “With the coming recreational cannabis market, ensuring an elevated customer experience and positive initial…

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TuesdayMay 15, 2018 9:25 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) Receives Supplemental License from Health Canada to Produce Cannabis Oils

Cannabis-focused research and development company The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings (TSX: TGOD) this morning announced that as of April 20, 2018, it has been granted a supplemental license from Health Canada to produce cannabis oils. Using a supercritical CO2 extraction system, the company produces its ultra-pure, environmentally friendly, organic cannabis oils. This extraction system is capable of processing up to 6,600 kg of cannabis oil per year. “This license is instrumental in driving our research & development forward through product innovation, discovery of novel traits, and expanding our intellectual property portfolio. With over 125 years of consumer packaged goods experience,…

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MondayMay 14, 2018 3:00 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Awaiting Patent for Promising DehydraTECH Transdermal CBD Application

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) continues to add numerous U.S. and Australian patents to its existing portfolio. Among these is the company’s recent filing for a new transdermal application of cannabidiol (CBD) that followed successful laboratory evaluation of DehydraTECH delivery results. An article discussing the company reads: "LXRP is a British Columbia-based, cannabis-focused food bioscience company, and it is a technology disrupter for edible cannabinoids. Its DehydraTECH technology aids in the body’s absorption of cannabinoids. ... The company’s most recent patent filing follows successful laboratory evaluation of DehydraTECH in the transdermal delivery of cannabidiol (CBD). Results showed an…

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MondayMay 14, 2018 11:17 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Xanthic Biopharma Inc. (CSE: xTHC) Inks LOI with Nutritional High International Inc. (CSE: EAT) (OTCQB: SPLIF) for Production, Distribution of CBD-infused Powders

Xanthic Biopharma (CSE: xTHC) recently announced that it has entered into a binding Letter of Intent ("LOI") with Nutritional High International (CSE: EAT) (OTCQB: SPLIF) for the production and distribution of Xanthic branded water-soluble cannabis-infused powders in California. Per the agreement, Nutritional High's Californian subsidiaries, Pasa Verde and Calyx, will distribute Xanthic's cannabis-infused powder products. "The Xanthic team is thrilled to advance our strategic relationship with Nutritional High in California. By utilizing the Nutritional High's vertically integrated network, Xanthic will be able to exploit the significant market opportunity represented by the state of California. This new agreement provides value to…

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MondayMay 14, 2018 10:05 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – PreveCeutical Medical Inc. (CSE: PREV) (OTCQB: PRVCF) (FSE: 18H) Announces Arrival of Dried Cannabis Materials for Research Program

Health sciences company PreveCeutical Medical Inc. (CSE: PREV) (OTCQB: PRVCF) (FSE: 18H) this morning announced the arrival of its second shipment of dried cannabis materials at the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (“PACE”) at the University of Queensland. Per the update, the shipment came from PreveCeutical’s partner, a Canadian licensed producer. Moving forward, the cannabis materials will be used for the company’s soluble gel (“Sol-gel”) drug delivery research program. The program, which is being led by PreveCeutical Chief Research Officer Dr. Harendra Parekh and conducted by the University of Queensland, involves testing an array of cannabis strains for the development…

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FridayMay 11, 2018 2:24 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) Leverages Innovative Technologies for Improved Cannabinoid Product Delivery

Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) holds significant patents and a cannabinoid product portfolio designed with disruptive technologies that strive to maximize bioavailability, stability and drug release rates. A recent article highlights PVOTF’s innovative delivery technologies, indicating, “Some patents maintain the company’s impetus in making cannabis available through powdered formulations that can be combined with products in the food and beverage market. Through subsidiary Thrudermic (http://cnw.fm/Ig4DF), the company is invested in a transdermal lipid-based nano-dispersion technology that enhances skin absorption of cannabinoids, and the company’s water soluble, oral delivery product, PGS-N001, is designed to provide relief to cancer…

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FridayMay 11, 2018 10:24 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Sunniva Inc. (CSE: SNN) (OTCQX: SNNVF) Accomplishes Significant Milestone to Bring Branded Products to California Marketplace

Sunniva Inc. (CSE: SNN) (OTCQX: SNNVF) is making significant progress in bringing its branded products to market and is in receipt of all necessary State of California temporary licenses to move forward with construction of its Cathedral City cultivation facilities (http://cnw.fm/l7aPS). Speaking of this accomplishment, Sunniva CEO Dr. Anthony Holler recently stated, “This is a very significant milestone for Sunniva’s operations in California. An important aspect of the licensing process has been completed and now our focus is on completing construction on time and entering into supply contracts with distribution partners, leading brands and creating Sunniva branded products for the…

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FridayMay 11, 2018 9:34 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) Adds Aurora Cannabis Executive to Board of Directors

Cannabis-focused research and development company The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) this morning announced the addition of Cam Battley to its board of directors. Battley serves as chief corporate officer at Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX: ACB), where he is the lead external-facing executive responsible for establishing and managing relationships with various stakeholders operating in the cannabis sector. “TGOD is very pleased with the addition of Cam to our Board, representing our strategic partner Aurora Cannabis,” Robert Anderson, CEO and co-chairman of TGOD, stated in the news release. “His extensive industry experience will be of great value to the…

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