Edmonton Airport Will Be Home To A Massive Medical Marijuana Grow-Op

torontomeds

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I found this article, this is not a joke, it is real.

EDMONTON — A medical marijuana company says it is expanding production with a massive new grow facility at the Edmonton International Airport.

Aurora Cannabis said the airport is close to customs for importing the supplies and equipment it needs and the location will make it easier to export pot to its customers in Canada and eventually to other countries where marijuana is legal.

The company said the 74,000-square-metre facility, called Aurora Sky, will be larger than 16 football fields and will be capable of producing more than 100,000 kilograms of cannabis per year.

Aurora vice-president Cam Battley said the new operation will help meet growing demand for medical marijuana and position it to supply recreational pot once it is legalized by the federal government.

"The demand is now about 130,000 patients in the medical cannabis system,'' Battley said Thursday.

"We need to expand to meet that demand and we also have our eye very much on the federal government's intention to table legislation in the spring to legalize the consumer use.''

On Wednesday, a federal task force on legalized recreational marijuana recommended sales be allowed to Canadians 18 years and older.

Battley said it also chose the airport location on federal land for its warehouse space, security and its proximity to shipping and courier companies.

Heather Hamilton, spokeswoman for Edmonton International Airport, said the lease agreement with Aurora will earn money for the airport, help attract more businesses and bolster the region's economy.

Hamilton said it's a legal business so the airport has no concerns about the marijuana grow operation.

"It is a done deal,'' she said.

"We don't have an opinion on it. We are looking at it in terms of, is it compatible with what we are doing? Is it compatible with our other businesses?''

Battley said work is underway on the project that is to include an automated greenhouse. The company plans to have construction complete by next October.

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSXV:ACB) already operates a federally licensed medical marijuana growing facility near Cremona in central Alberta.

A Health Canada website indicates that Aurora is one of 36 producers in Canada that are licensed to grow and sell medical cannabis such as dried marijuana, fresh marijuana and cannabis oil.

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2016/12/15/edmonton-airport-medical-_n_13661090.html
 

GrowRock

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I found this article, this is not a joke, it is real.

EDMONTON — A medical marijuana company says it is expanding production with a massive new grow facility at the Edmonton International Airport.

Aurora Cannabis said the airport is close to customs for importing the supplies and equipment it needs and the location will make it easier to export pot to its customers in Canada and eventually to other countries where marijuana is legal.

The company said the 74,000-square-metre facility, called Aurora Sky, will be larger than 16 football fields and will be capable of producing more than 100,000 kilograms of cannabis per year.

Aurora vice-president Cam Battley said the new operation will help meet growing demand for medical marijuana and position it to supply recreational pot once it is legalized by the federal government.

"The demand is now about 130,000 patients in the medical cannabis system,'' Battley said Thursday.

"We need to expand to meet that demand and we also have our eye very much on the federal government's intention to table legislation in the spring to legalize the consumer use.''

On Wednesday, a federal task force on legalized recreational marijuana recommended sales be allowed to Canadians 18 years and older.

Battley said it also chose the airport location on federal land for its warehouse space, security and its proximity to shipping and courier companies.

Heather Hamilton, spokeswoman for Edmonton International Airport, said the lease agreement with Aurora will earn money for the airport, help attract more businesses and bolster the region's economy.

Hamilton said it's a legal business so the airport has no concerns about the marijuana grow operation.

"It is a done deal,'' she said.

"We don't have an opinion on it. We are looking at it in terms of, is it compatible with what we are doing? Is it compatible with our other businesses?''

Battley said work is underway on the project that is to include an automated greenhouse. The company plans to have construction complete by next October.

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSXV:ACB) already operates a federally licensed medical marijuana growing facility near Cremona in central Alberta.

A Health Canada website indicates that Aurora is one of 36 producers in Canada that are licensed to grow and sell medical cannabis such as dried marijuana, fresh marijuana and cannabis oil.

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2016/12/15/edmonton-airport-medical-_n_13661090.html

Fuck aurora if they think any other country wants there over priced under grow bunk they are sadly mistaken.....
 

GroErr

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74,000 sq. metres of LP Shwagg, ha... Do they really think they can eventually ship schwagg internationally? What, to Uruguay where you can already buy it (probably better quality) for $1/g?

And where did the 130,000 medical patients come from? Are there that many med patients registered already? Last count I saw was more like 45k...
 

CalyxCrusher

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74,000 sq. metres of LP Shwagg, ha... Do they really think they can eventually ship schwagg internationally? What, to Uruguay where you can already buy it (probably better quality) for $1/g?

And where did the 130,000 medical patients come from? Are there that many med patients registered already? Last count I saw was more like 45k...
Dont worry itll be totally viable to meet the task forces recommended pricing to compete with the BM.......................

Also the last official numbers I have personally seen were 38k patients
 

The Hippy

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74,000 sq. metres of LP Shwagg, ha... Do they really think they can eventually ship schwagg internationally? What, to Uruguay where you can already buy it (probably better quality) for $1/g?

And where did the 130,000 medical patients come from? Are there that many med patients registered already? Last count I saw was more like 45k...
They lie I'm sure...dreaming big they are. Anyone who would support these companies is a fuck tard.
BOYCOTT LP GREED FOREVER....feels SO good...like scratching a dirty itch. Eh GB ?
 

GroErr

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Dont worry itll be totally viable to meet the task forces recommended pricing to compete with the BM.......................

Also the last official numbers I have personally seen were 38k patients
They lie I'm sure...dreaming big they are. Anyone who would support these companies is a fuck tard.
BOYCOTT LP GREED FOREVER....feels SO good...like scratching a dirty itch. Eh GB ?
They must have the fine print somewhere on their site or official announcement, you know the one about "forward looking statements" that accompanies any public company propaganda. They must be looking through a powerful telescope to come up with those numbers...

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The Hippy

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They must have the fine print somewhere on their site or official announcement, you know the one about "forward looking statements" that accompanies any public company propaganda. They must be looking through a powerful telescope to come up with those numbers...

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They prefer this scientific method.
 

SSHZ

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How could they justify the investment with only 38K customers to their owners/stock holders??????
 

The Hippy

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How could they justify the investment with only 38K customers to their owners/stock holders??????
That's 38k altogether...shared by 35 some odd sleeze bag Lp companies. Not to mention those who don't buy and grow there own under mmar still
They are all in big trouble if they actually have to end up selling stuff to make a living. so far it's all been fueled on speculation of a rec market.
 

GroErr

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How could they justify the investment with only 38K customers to their owners/stock holders??????
Here's why they can say pretty well anything they want and not get caught out. If you read the article, they say in quotes:
"The demand is now about 130,000 patients in the medical cannabis system," Keyword - "about" and "demand", it doesn't actually say that there are that many patients registered.

Now read their official press release below, and you don't see those numbers anywhere. But notice the disclaimer in italics at the bottom, they're all speculation and with the disclaimer they can back track on pretty well anything they say later.

Welcome to corporate greed speak...

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TSXV: ACB

VANCOUVER, Dec. 15, 2016 /CNW/ - Aurora Cannabis Inc. (the "Company" or "Aurora") (TSXV: ACB) (OTCQB: ACBFF) (Frankfurt: 21P; WKN: A1C4WM) is pleased to provide further detail regarding the location of its 800,000 square foot cannabis production facility in Leduc County. The "Aurora Sky" facility is currently under construction at the Edmonton International Airport (EIA), where, subject to certain conditions, the Company will lease 30 acres from the Edmonton Regional Airports Authority.

The unique location of Aurora Sky provides a number of major competitive advantages, including access to abundant and reliable low-cost power, as well as unparalleled proximity to infrastructure and essential services, such as gas, water, sewage, public transportation, courier services, and international customs for clearing supplies and equipment. Furthermore, the location facilitates capitalizing on opportunities for future export of product and genetics to legally authorized jurisdictions around the world.

"This is a pivotal initiative for Leduc County, for Alberta, the Canadian cannabis sector, and the global cannabis industry," said Terry Booth, CEO. "We are very proud of Aurora Sky. This is not just because it's the world's most advanced cannabis facility envisioned, but it will become an important contributor to the local economy, both through investments and job creation."

Myron Keehn, Vice President of Commercial Development at EIA, said, "Aurora's new facility will benefit from high-quality services available on site at EIA, including bonded warehousing, ground transportation access and air cargo connections across the country. EIA is already a major economic driver, with a GDP impact of over $1.1 billion annually, and with this and other new investments, over 2,000 new jobs will be created in 2017 through Aerotropolis development at EIA."

"Aurora Sky will prepare the company to meet the rapidly growing medical demand, as well as position us for the soon to be legalized recreational market with the world's largest and most sophisticated cannabis production facility," said Neil Belot, Aurora's Chief Brand Officer. "Our new facility's location at Edmonton International Airport brings clear competitive advantages, and, we believe, reaffirms the Aurora Standard as the industry benchmark for innovation, leadership, and strategic execution."

About Aurora

Aurora's wholly-owned subsidiary, Aurora Cannabis Enterprises Inc., is a licensed producer of medical cannabis pursuant to Health Canada's Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) and operates a 55,200 square foot, expandable, state-of-the-art production facility in Mountain View County, Alberta, Canada. Aurora trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "ACB".

On behalf of the Board of Directors,
AURORA CANNABIS INC.

Terry Booth
CEO

This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of such statements under applicable securities law. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "continue", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements are only predictions. Various assumptions were used in drawing the conclusions or making the projections contained in the forward-looking statements throughout this news release. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law.

The TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SOURCE Aurora Cannabis Inc.



For further information: Cam Battley, Executive Vice President, +1.905.864.5525, cam@auroramj.com, www.auroramj.com; Marc Lakmaaker, NATIONAL Equicom, mlakmaaker@national.ca, +1.416.848.1397
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The Hippy

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Looks.like your.losing your lp war hippy
Awww muffin :finger:
I guess you'd enjoy that seeing the Lp's as people's only choice seeing as they supply you for free eh. I mean that would be to your benefit right if they survive to supply you free. You never said how many grams you get at the expense of other tax payers. That is a good deal eh. And where would your excess be going eh. Do you get the full 10 grams allowed? Must be a nice source of extra money eh?
 

c ray

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they're aiming to be the #2 lp. export will be to anyone they can convince to buy it. it is legal exportable weed after all and there is not much of that in the world atm. as countries enact med programs they need to buy legal weed to prime the system. being located at the airport makes global delivery that much quicker. they just invested in a microwave assisted extraction company. microwave extracted cannabinoids should be interesting to see consumer acceptance level on that lol. mostly it is all a song and dance, the real prize is legalization.
 

JungleStrikeGuy

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they're aiming to be the #2 lp. export will be to anyone they can convince to buy it. it is legal exportable weed after all and there is not much of that in the world atm. as countries enact med programs they need to buy legal weed to prime the system. being located at the airport makes global delivery that much quicker. they just invested in a microwave assisted extraction company. microwave extracted cannabinoids should be interesting to see consumer acceptance level on that lol. mostly it is all a song and dance, the real prize is legalization.
Canopy bought a German medical cannabis company not too long ago, and I think they and a few others have export licenses now too.
 
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