Canadian Cannabis Producers Issue Urgent Call to Prime Minister Carney Over Industry Barriers

Highlighting the persistent challenges facing Canada’s legal cannabis sector, a coalition of industry leaders penned an open letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for urgent federal intervention to foster the industry’s continued growth and solidify Canada’s global leadership.

The letter, issued in June 2025, underscores the sector’s substantial economic contributions while outlining critical barriers hindering its full potential. The letter is signed by representatives from dozens of cannabis producers from across the country, of different sizes and styles, aligning around a common message.

Canada’s cannabis industry has emerged as a global frontrunner in regulation, production, and research since legalization. The sector has injected over $43 billion into Canada’s GDP, including $7.4 billion in 2024 alone, and currently sustains approximately 98,200 jobs nationwide.

This economic impact surpasses that of several established industries, such as breweries, wineries, and dairy product manufacturing, demonstrating its growing significance to Canada’s economy. Public sentiment also reflects strong support, with 64% of Canadians open to further government assistance for the legal cannabis industry, despite continued public bias against cannabis.

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