Chris@CNW, Author at CannabisNewsWire

TuesdayMar 24, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Marijuana Businesses Plead to Access Federal Coronavirus Business Relief

A little over two months after the novel Coronavirus first appeared in Wuhan, China, it has spread to every continent except Antarctica and left over 10,000 people dead in its wake. The World Health Organization has declared the virus a pandemic, and it's safe to say most of us haven't experienced anything of this magnitude in our lifetimes. Fearing an outbreak of black plague proportions, most countries have been going into lockdowns to prevent the spread of the virus. However, while social distancing and self-isolation have been found to be the best preventive measures, the long term effect it could…

MondayMar 23, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Is Marijuana Use Advisable During Coronavirus Quarantine?

At the moment, millions of people all over Asia, the U.S. and Europe have been forced into self-isolation. In the few months that it has been active, the Coronavirus has wreaked havoc, with more than 300,000 people infected and at least 12,944 dead, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. The virus is very communicable, and the best preventive measures are self-isolation and social distancing. However, that's easier said than done. And for those who aren't used to working from home or long periods of isolation, it's going to be quite tough. As more and more U.S. states go…

MondayMar 23, 2020 12:14 pm

The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) Continues to Accelerate Growth

New operating structure to drive efficiencies, support long-term growth SPRWF implements strategic measures to achieve leading in-store presence and makes representation at an individual store level top priority Positioned to offer investors high growth potential with strong liquidity position, recognized consumer brands and leading infrastructure The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) is an innovator in the cannabis sector whose mission is to cultivate the world’s best cannabis and earn recognition as a leader in the global industry. By holding a global and diversified portfolio, the company has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing, premium…

MondayMar 23, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – New York Legislators File Revised Cannabis Legalization Bill

Compared to other states, cannabis legalization efforts in New York have been slow. Both hemp and marijuana bills have been held up in various stages of the legalization process, and the emergence of the coronavirus has thrown a wrench into the works. For instance, Governor Cuomo had been planning on carrying out benchmarking visits to legal cannabis states, but he has stated that the tour has been delayed as the country deals with the coronavirus pandemic. However, there is still a glimmer of hope after lawmakers recently rolled out a revised bill to legalize marijuana in the state. Filed last…

FridayMar 20, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – How to Avoid Germs While Consuming Marijuana

One thing the coronavirus pandemic has brought to light is that we could do so much better in terms of hygiene. As we all take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus, germs and any sort of dirt have become enemy number one, with people observing a level of hygiene never seen before. That mindset should also be applied when consuming cannabis. Now, the medical benefits of cannabis have been discussed in great detail. You get a reprieve from anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain among a plethora of other conditions, but what many don't know is that cannabis can…

FridayMar 20, 2020 11:38 am

Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Detroit Reschedules

Opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors to network through lightning round presentations and one-on-one interviews Expert perspectives on the state of the cannabis market and projections for future business making in educational panels and speaker forums Brand-promoting media access Cannabis culture business interests from investors to entrepreneurs will find a wide array of interactive panels, expert industry speakers and opportunities to network with other B2B bases during the Cannabis Capital Conference in Detroit, which has been rescheduled to August 18, 2020, as a consequence of the current global health concerns regarding the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. Benzinga will devote its financial media…

FridayMar 20, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – 4 Ways the Coronavirus May Affect the Marijuana Industry

It's official, the novel Coronavirus is now a pandemic. The virus first appeared in Wuhan, China at the close of 2019, and as of now, over 180,000 people have been infected. As the virus swept through China, to Europe, the U.S. and finally Africa, one thing has been pretty clear. Things will get worse before they get better, and recognizing that fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the virus's threat level. The loss of life has been immense, with the virus leaving over 4,000 people dead. The fact that it is extremely communicable hasn't helped, and numerous governments have…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Coronavirus Fears Prompt Michigan to Temporarily Allow Curbside Marijuana Deliveries

More than two months after the Coronavirus appeared in Wuhan, China, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the virus a pandemic. With more than 180,000 infected and over 4,000 left dead in its wake, the virus doesn't seem to be taking a break anytime soon. In fact, governments have started making contingency plans for the worst case scenarios, with experts predicting that up to 70% of Americans may be infected if no treatment is found. As numerous states go into shutdown mode, people have been stocking up for an indeterminate period of self-isolation. Everything from non-perishable foods to cleaning…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 1:10 pm

Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) Commences Trading on CSE; Evolving Product Portfolio to Support Mental Health, Cognitive Performance

Champignon Brands recently started trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) The company also enters into definitive agreement to acquire Artisan Growers Ltd SHRM specializes in medicinal-mushroom, mushroom-infused products Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM), a wellness company specializing in the formulation and distribution of a group of artisanal-mushroom health supplements, recently began trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE). In February 2020, SHRM successfully completed an initial public offering (IPO) through lead agent PI Financial Corp. Additionally, Champignon Brands will look to secure a listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and a quotation on the OTC Marketplace in the United…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 11:34 am

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Taking Advantage of Fintech Opportunities, Developing Chinese Cannabis Market, CBD Growth

CIIX concentrating on multi-pronged growth strategy The company operates a top financial-information website, developing CBD initiatives CIIX offers investors unique, contemporary ROI opportunities A fintech enterprise, ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) is focusing on its original mission of providing financial information and services to the larger Chinese community in the United States and globally. CIIX has become a leading financial-information website (in Chinese language character sets) for Chinese-speaking investors in the United States and China and continues to pursue new areas for growth in other industries as well (http://cnw.fm/2Rinf). Via its website, www.ChineseInvestors.com, CIIX offers an array of investor-education products and services.…