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Week in Weed – July 2026
Canadian Cannabis Supplies Majority of UK’s Medical MarketJune 28, 2026 | David Brown
Canada has become the dominant supplier of medical cannabis to the UK, providing an estimated 70–80% of the market as exports have grown rapidly. According to the report, Canadian shipments to the UK increased more than fivefold between 2024 and 2025, driven by large-scale production, regulatory expertise, and competitive pricing. Although Canada officially accounted for 57% of direct imports, much of the cannabis imported through countries like Portugal and Germany also originated from Canadian producers. The UK medical cannabis market continues to expand through private clinics, while domestic production remains relatively small. As competition increases, patients are benefiting from a wider range of products—including dried flower, extracts, and vapes—and lower prices, reinforcing Canada's position as the UK's leading source of medical cannabis.
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KIND SUMMER FEST
The KIND Summer Fair is Canada's premier cannabis community and culture event. The 2-day outdoor festival features over 25 brand activations, large dedicated consumption zones, food trucks, games, live music, and educational sampling for qualified cannabis retail employees
Key DetailsDates: July 21 & July 22, 2026Time: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Exclusive Owner/Buyer Hour from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM)Location: Toronto Event Centre, 15 Saskatchewan Road, TorontoAdmission: 19+ event
The Ontario Ombudsman’sannual report says the independent officer of the legislature investigated five complaints about the Ontario Cannabis Store in 2025-2026, a rate it calls relatively low and consistent with previous years.
