Budtender Community Hub
Our monthly Budtender Bulletin delivers product insights, community events, and CannSell updates—plus we spotlight a Budtender of the Month nominated by community members.
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Get monthly product insights, upcoming events, CannSell updates, and Budtender of the Month features right to your inbox.
Who it’s for
Budtenders, supervisors, store managers, licence holders, and brands who work with Ontario retailers.
Frequency
Monthly, with occasional special alerts when regulations change.
What you’ll get
- Brief updates on Ontario cannabis retail regulations and compliance.
- Product knowledge and selling tips you can use on your next shift.
- In-store merchandising and customer experience best practices.
- Upcoming events, partner opportunities, and exclusive offers.
- Highlights from our Budtender of the Month program.
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Nominate a Standout Budtender
Help us spotlight the people elevating cannabis retail. Share who they are, where they work, and why they deserve the feature. We review nominations monthly.
What we look for
- Outstanding customer service and product knowledge.
- Commitment to compliant, responsible sales.
- Positive team impact and community involvement.
- A growth mindset (continuously learning and sharing knowledge).
How it works
- Complete the nomination form (about 3 minutes).
- Our team reviews nominations each month.
- We contact the selected budtender to collect more information for a feature interview.
Celebrate Past Budtenders of the Month
Discover the outstanding cannabis professionals who have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to Canada's cannabis retail industry.
Joanne Marchant
Minerva Cannabis
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do you send the Budtender Bulletin?
Once a month, with occasional special alerts for time-sensitive regulatory news and exclusive budtender events.
Can anyone nominate a budtender of the month?
Yes, managers, co-workers, brand partners, customers, and even yourself can submit a nomination.
When are winners announced?
We review submissions monthly and contact the selected budtender for more information before publishing their story.
Do nominees have to be CannSell-certified?
CannSell certification isn’t required to be nominated, but we encourage it for all Ontario retail staff.
I’m outside Ontario—can I subscribe?
Yes. While our compliance updates focus on Ontario, many tips are useful across Canada.