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How to differentiate a cannabis brand through sustainability

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Myrna Gillis, co-founder and CEO of Aqualitas.

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Myrna Gillis, co-founder and CEO of Aqualitas. Aqualitas is a cannabis producer based in Nova Scotia growing with advanced aquaponics systems under Health Canada’s ACMPR. Their approach to growing was developed in association with Acadia and Dalhousie Universities – both in Atlantic Canada. Gillis joined BofC Live to talk about their approach to growing, their use of reclaimed plastic for their packaging and how Atlantic Canada’s cannabis ecosystem is creating a supportive and thriving cannabis industry there.

Learn more about Aqualitas’ recent announcement about their use of reclaimed plastic for their packaging.


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