Chris@CNW, Author at CannabisNewsWire

TuesdayJul 30, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Congressional Bill Seeks to Protect Some Students from Losing Financial Aid Due to Marijuana Convictions

On Friday, a group of Democratic lawmakers introduced a bill in Congress that would protect some college students from losing their federal financial aid if they are convicted for possessing marijuana. The bill also states that to benefit from this protection, those affected students must complete a rehabilitation program in order to remain eligible for financial aid. The existing law allows the government to strip students of their federal financial aid for a period that can range from a year to indefinitely based on their prior drugs convictions and the gravity of the drugs offense they have been convicted for.…

MondayJul 29, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Cannabis Flavonoids Could Trigger Another Medical Marijuana Revolution

Just as skeptics were beginning to grudgingly acknowledge that marijuana’s cannabinoids do have medical benefits, a new wave or revolution is about to start if new research into the painkilling effects of the flavonoids unique to cannabis is anything to go by. A team of Canadian researchers has found that two flavonoids found in cannabis could be 30 times more powerful than aspirin, without the adverse effects associated with the conventional painkiller. The work of these scientists seems poised to open another front in the medicinal potential of the cannabis plant which is enjoying growing popularity as the decades of…

MondayJul 29, 2019 12:59 pm

City View Green Holdings Inc. (CSE: CVGR) to Build Retail Footprint, Adds Depth to Green Team

City View Green Holdings and Budd Hutt recently announced an agreement to acquire eight retail cannabis store locations in Alberta The potential economic impact of legalized adult-use cannabis in all its forms, along with transportation, licensing fees and security, is estimated at more than $22 billion in Canada City View’s focus is on growing high quality flower and creating premium edible offerings, distillates and water-soluble products City View Green Holdings Inc. (CSE: CVGR), a vertically integrated cannabis company focused on seed to retail, is creating a diversified company that investors can appreciate. City View has successfully attracted top talent in…

MondayJul 29, 2019 12:27 pm

SinglePoint Inc. (SING) Sees Growth Across Multiple Revenue Streams

Direct Solar achieved more than $3 million in solar contracts in just 60 days SING has expanded into the commercial solar market, opening up additional revenue streams CEO shared news from multiple revenue streams on MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) is a well-diversified holding company. What started as a full-service, mobile-technology provider has grown into a recognized brand with multiple revenue streams. A recent acquisition in alternative energy has exceeded the company’s expectations, and growth is abundant across all of the company’s revenue streams. Direct Solar, a subsidiary of SING, is a leading solar energy brokerage providing…

MondayJul 29, 2019 11:37 am

Should You Try CBD Sunscreen This Summer?

CBD sunscreen may have more benefits than you might realize. Cannabis and summertime go together like hot dogs and hamburgers. There’s nothing like enjoying a little cannabis during a barbecue with pals or basking in the sunshine while sipping a refreshing cannabis-infused beverage. Whether you’re lounging on the beach or just kicking it in the backyard, you may want to consider adding cannabinoids into your sun protection routine. Topical CBD products have a ton of great benefits. Cannabis-based lotions, salves, oils, and even lip balms can keep your skin healthy no matter how high the outdoor temperatures get. CBD sunscreen…

MondayJul 29, 2019 11:12 am

Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) Announces Plans to Acquire Truverra Inc.

Supreme’s Truverra acquisition is valued at approximately C$20 million Supreme Cannabis intends to repurpose Truverra’s Health Canada-licensed facility to produce cannabis extracts for use in concentrates and vaping liquids The company will gain entry into Europe through Truverra’s subsidiary The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc. (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) intends to acquire privately held, Toronto-based Truverra Inc. in a three-cornered amalgamation between Truverra, Supreme Cannabis and a wholly owned subsidiary of Supreme Cannabis. The transaction for 14.7 million common shares of Supreme Cannabis has a value of approximately C$20 million (http://cnw.fm/kZ74p). Truverra’s Health Canada-licensed facility in Toronto, Ontario, will produce…

MondayJul 29, 2019 10:59 am

Cannabis Drinks Expo Offered Participants a Comprehensive Look at the Fast-Growing Cannabis Drinks Category

On July 25, the first-ever Cannabis Drinks Expo in San Francisco kicked off to much fanfare and acclaim. For the hundreds of participants looking to make a splash in the newly legalized cannabis drinks category, the South San Francisco Conference Center offered plenty of opportunities to meet the major movers and shakers in the fast-growing space. Two separate tracks of speakers throughout the day covered nearly every possible issue for anyone thinking of creating or launching a new cannabis-related product, while an active trade show floor showcased some of the most innovative products already in the marketplace today. One key…

MondayJul 29, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Ease Marijuana Business Access to Insurance Services

A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate on Monday seeks to ensure greater access to insurance policies for marijuana businesses in states where the drug is legal. The bill titled “Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana (CLAIM) Act” was sponsored by Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ). The cosponsors of the legislation are Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Rand Paul (R-KY) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND). Currently, federal law makes it very difficult for cannabis businesses to get casualty, property and title insurance cover regardless of the state laws on the matter. If the CLAIM Act is passed, insurance companies wouldn’t have to…

FridayJul 26, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Poll Finds Cannabis Legalization More Popular than $15 Minimum Wage and Free College Education

A new national survey has found that legalizing marijuana is more popular than providing free college education and instituting a $15 minimum wage across the country. The poll, conducted by Marist Poll, was funded by PBS NewsHour and NPR. In the poll, 1,346 adults from across the country were interviewed over the phone between July 15 and 17 about their views on 20 policy proposals. More specifically, the respondents were asked to state whether those policy proposals were or weren’t a good idea. 63 percent of the people polled said legalizing cannabis was a good idea while 32 percent were…

FridayJul 26, 2019 12:37 pm

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Debuts New Look for Cannabis Line

The company’s new system focuses on the science behind unique combinations of THC and CBD The intent of the new system is to reduce consumer confusion related to cannabis products PLUS cannabis products were top sellers in California over the past 12 months Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF), a manufacturer and marketer of cannabis food products, has rebranded its line of low-dosage, cannabis-infused edibles. The goal behind the new look is to ensure clarity and differentiation to its Uplift, Balance and Unwind lines for consumers (http://cnw.fm/PG53x). The new look includes three easy-to-understand banners and colors for the brand, which…