More Canadian cannabis operators than ever are lodging complaints against rival businesses over alleged transgressions or other concerns, a phenomenon being driven by intense competition and desperate companies looking for any edge they can get, according to experts.
Last year, there were 706 such complaints from regulated cannabis businesses about other regulated operators, Canada’s federal cannabis regulator told MJBizDaily.
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That’s a substantial increase from 2021, when 214 complaints were filed, and 2020, in which there were 182 complaints, according to the Health Canada data.
Health Canada notes that Canadians may report concerns through an online form that the regulator uses to collect complaints.
“All concerns and complaints brought to Health Canada’s attention are taken seriously, including any concerns related to the activities of federal license holders,” a Health Canada spokesperson said.
“Actions taken will be consistent with Health Canada’s Compliance and Enforcement Policy for the Cannabis
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