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Lucky Leaf After Party Photos Are Live

The Lucky Leaf After Party at Earl Giles was a night to remember.

A huge thank you to Island Peži for sponsoring the first beverage free throughout the night, and to everyone who showed up and made it special.

📸 Photos by Darton Weaver are now live.

As a reminder, Earl Giles Canna Club happens every Wednesday from 5:00–9:00 PM.

NativeCare Opens in West St. Paul

Canna Connect was honored to be on-site as NativeCare opened its doors in West St. Paul on March 19th.

This isn’t just another opening — it’s a signal of continued progress, leadership, and opportunity in Minnesota cannabis.

The store officially opens to the public on April 3rd.

What Happens When a 100-Year Union Enters Cannabis?

At Lucky Leaf Expo, we sat down with Local 49 to unpack what real workforce support could look like in Minnesota cannabis.

From pensions vs. 401(k)s to the reality behind Labor Peace Agreements, this conversation goes deeper than headlines.

“Pensions are for life… and we’re here to help the industry.”
- Dan Gilbert, Local 49

If you’re building in Minnesota, this is a conversation worth hearing.

🎧The Canna Connect Show with Carol Moss

Stephen sat down with Carol Moss of Hellmuth & Johnson to break down the legal realities facing cannabis entrepreneurs.

Including:

• How her team helped invalidate a rule restricting hemp businesses

• What that means for direct-to-consumer sales

• What operators need to understand right now

Disclaimer: This email is informational only and not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Please consult your advisors for guidance specific to your business.