// Definition
A model where independent owner-operated cannabis retailers in Canada collectively buy and curate craft cannabis, pooling purchasing power to retain premium small-batch BC flower that would otherwise be exported, while advocating for lower business fees and championing direct delivery.
// From the Episode
Craft Greenery, Up and Smoke, and Local Cannabis Co formed buying collective in Vancouver. All owner-operated (not chains). Advocated Vancouver license fee down from $35K to $5,800. Each store brings different palate giving 4 palettes for selection. Key concern: best BC cannabis being exported while domestic shelves suffer. Island Genetics cited as model partnership with transparency between grower and retailers.
// Source
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