Cannabis producers asked to participate in call for new cannabis products

VICTORIA–The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is inviting licensed cannabis producers to participate in a product call for new products that are due to be legalized later this year.

The product call will allow licensed producers to identify their interest and ability to supply the LDB with edibles, beverages, topicals and extracts and other products included within the soon-to-be legalized non-medical cannabis product categories. The products that are selected will be available to wholesale customers throughout the province in both licensed private retailers and government-run BC Cannabis Stores.

“This product call marks an exciting time for the LDB as we work toward introducing new product categories into B.C.’s legal cannabis market,” said Blain Lawson, general manager and CEO, LDB. “We are currently working with over 30 licensed producers and look forward to engaging with new suppliers to expand our wholesale product assortment.” The product call will run from August 15 at 9am and go until Sept.11 until 5pm. Licensed producers can submit their ideas here.

Edibles, topicals and extracts will not be available for retail until late December.