Thursday, March 16, 2017

Algae Dynamics Corp (OTCQB: $ADYNF) Announces Memorandum Of Understanding With Company Licenced By Health Canada To Test, Extract, Purify, Import/ Export And Sell Cannabis Oil

Algae Dynamics Corp (OTCQB: $ADYNF) Announces Memorandum Of Understanding With Company Licenced By Health Canada To Test, Extract, Purify, Import/ Export And Sell Cannabis Oil



TORONTO, CANADA - March 16, 2017 (Investorideas.com Newswire) ALGAE DYNAMICS CORP (OTCQB: ADYNF) (the "Company"), a development stage company focused on the development of unique health products and pharmaceuticals utilizing cannabis and algae oils, today announced a memorandum of understanding with Avanti Rx Analytics Inc. ("ARA") to collaborate on a range of topics as outlined below. ARA is uniquely positioned to test, extract, develop, produce and supply cannabinoids that can enable and enhance the delivery and commercial success of medicinal cannabis products. As such, ARA will play a key role in supplying the University of Waterloo and Western University with cannabis oil for the previously announced sponsored research programs, in addition to contributing to the product development and formulation opportunities that combine the benefits of algae and cannabis oils.
Paul Ramsay, Chairman and President of the Company said, "This collaboration is a vital piece of our corporate development strategy. Our relationship with ARA will assist us immensely in the development of unique products both in the medical cannabis category, as well as in unique formulations utilizing cannabis and algae oils. It dove-tails beautifully with our recently announced research relationships with two universities, and we believe will help fast-track us to revenue."
The key aspects of the strategic collaboration between the Company and ARA are as follows:
  • ARA agrees to test, formulate, manufacture, and package cannabis and algae based products as requested and developed by ADC under the current and/or future medical and recreational cannabis regulations, it being understood that products containing both cannabis oil and algae oil, or derivatives therefrom, will be processed exclusively for ADC.
  • ARA agrees to assist ADC to develop marketing channels including but not limited to: website development and internet promotion, medical doctors, product distributors, as appropriate and in compliance with the regulatory requirements.
  • ARA agrees to assist ADC where possible in obtaining regulatory approval for its license pursuant to the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations ("ACMPR") and licensed recreational products.
  • ARA agrees to assist ADC with market development and product distribution to Health Canada ACMPR licensed producers.
  • ARA agrees to collaborate with the universities on the sponsored research programs which ADC has negotiated with the Universities of Waterloo and Western Ontario, and supply cannabis based materials, according to specifications.
As reported earlier, the Company is continuing to seek opportunities to partner with or take ownership in existing Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) licensed producers to allow for access to the marketplace.

About Avanti Rx Analytics
Avanti Rx Analytics is the first Health Canada GMP and OCDS approved Contract Organization specializing in the field of controlled drugs and substances particularly in the area of medicinal cannabis, HEMP, cannabinoids, and cannabis based concentrated products. Avanti Rx Analytics Inc. offers a comprehensive menu of services ranging from analytical R&D and QC testing, cannabis extraction under controlled environment, cannabinoids purification, cannabis infused-product formulation, and cannabis waste management by means of material denaturation, as well as the QA and regulatory consulting. Avanti Rx Analytics, as a Health Canada GMP approved and OCS licensed organization, does not grow, distribute, nor sell/commercialize cannabis. Our focus is in the provision of a broad range of sophisticated, state-of-the-art services to Health Canada approved licensed producers (LPs), authorized pharmacies, medical practitioners, Health Canada approved patients, government enforcement and regulatory agencies, and regulatory approved allied cannabis communities, and to continue to remain at the forefront of the healthcare industry, building an enviable reputation.


About Algae Dynamics Corp
ADC is currently engaged in the development of unique health products and pharmaceuticals that utilize hemp, cannabis and algae oils. This is an extension of our plan to commercialize our proprietary BioSilo(R) algae cultivation system for the high volume, low cost production of pure contaminant-free algae biomass which is high in Omega-3 fatty acids. We have engaged two Canadian universities to provide research into the use of extracts from cannabis oil, which we plan to use to develop products that combine the significant health benefits of Omega-3s derived from algae oil and extracts from cannabis oil. Our research is focusing on the use of cannabis oil in the context of cancer, and the use of cannabis derivatives for the development of novel pharmacotherapies for mental health.   

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This news release contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements in this press release which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and include any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, use of proceeds and the development, costs and results of current or future actions and opportunities in the sector. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Such factors include, among others, the inherent uncertainties associated with new projects and development stage companies, our ability to raise the additional funding we will need to continue to pursue our exploration and development program, and our ability to retain important members of our management team and attract other qualified personnel. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and we assume no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Although we believe that any beliefs, plans, expectations and intentions contained in this press release are reasonable, there can be no assurance that any such beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions will prove to be accurate. Investors should consult all of the information set forth herein and should also refer to the risk factors disclosure outlined in our annual report on Form 10-K for the most recent fiscal year, our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other periodic reports filed from time-to-time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Paul Ramsay
Phone: 289-997-6740
Email:
 ramsay@algaedynamics.com


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Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Cannabis Stock News: MassRoots ($MSRT) Retires All Remaining Convertible Debt

Cannabis Stock News: MassRoots ($MSRT) Retires All Remaining Convertible Debt


DENVER - March 15, 2017 (Investorideas.com Newswire) MassRoots, Inc. (MSRT), one of the leading technology platforms for the cannabis industry, is pleased to announce it has retired all convertible debt on its balance sheet. In addition, MassRoots has received substantial warrant exercises so far in 2017, significantly improving its capitalization table and cash position. The Company has more than 20,000 shareholders according to a non-objecting beneficial owners report and only one shareholder holding more than 5% of outstanding shares.
"Thanks to the strong support we've received from our shareholders over the past several months, we've been able to retire more than $1.5 million in convertible debt, significantly improve our capitalization table, and raise substantial cash to expand MassRoots' market share within the rapidly-growing cannabis industry," stated MassRoots Chairman and CEO Mr. Isaac Dietrich. "The weeks leading up to April 20th (4/20) are the cannabis industry's holiday season, where dispensaries see significantly higher sales and MassRoots has historically seen a surge in web traffic, user-registrations, and media coverage. We look forward to releasing our revamped website and launching an aggressive user and dispensary on-boarding campaign within the next several weeks to fully capitalize on this holiday season."
About MassRoots
MassRoots is one of the largest technology platforms for the regulated cannabis industry. The Company's mobile apps enable consumers to make educated cannabis purchasing decisions through community-driven reviews. MassRoots is proud to be affiliated with the leading businesses and organizations in the cannabis industry, including the ArcView Group and National Cannabis Industry Association. For more information, please visit MassRoots.com/Investors.
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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Canadian medical cannabis News: CanniMed Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:CMED) Announces Quarterly Results Release Date

Canadian medical cannabis News: CanniMed Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:CMED) Announces Quarterly Results Release Date
SASKATOON, Saskatchewan - March 14, 2017 (Investorideas.com Newswire) CanniMed Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:CMED) ("CanniMed" or the "Company") announces that it plans to release its financial results for the three months ended January 31, 2017 after markets close on March 16, 2017.
About CanniMed Therapeutics Inc.
The Company is a Canadian-based, international plant biopharmaceutical company and a leader in the Canadian medical cannabis industry, with 15 years of pharmaceutical cannabis cultivation experience, state-of-the-art, GMP-compliant plant production processes and world class research and development platforms with a wide range of pharmaceutical-grade cannabis products. In addition, the Company has an active plant biotechnology research and product development program focused on the production of plant-based materials for pharmaceutical, agricultural and environmental applications.
CanniMed Ltd., through its subsidiaries, was the first producer to be licensed under the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations, the predecessor to the current Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations. It was the sole supplier to Health Canada under the former medical marijuana system for 13 years, and has been producing safe and consistent medical marijuana for thousands of Canadian patients, with no incident of product diversion or recalls.
For more information, please visit our websites: www.cannimed.ca (patients) and www.cannimedtherapeutics.com (investors).
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CanniMed Therapeutics Inc.
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Viridian Capital Advisors, LLC Added to the 420 Cannabis Investor Ideas of 2017; 420cannabisinvestorideas.com


Investorideas.com – March 14, 2017 – www.Investorideas.com, a global news source covering leading sectors including marijuana and hemp stocks, and www.420cannabisinvestorideas.com announce the most recent addition to the 420 Cannabis Investor Ideas of 2017; Viridian Capital Advisors, LLC.


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Viridian Capital Advisors, LLC (www.viridianca.com) is a financial and strategic advisory firm dedicated to the cannabis market. We are a data- and market intelligence-driven firm that provides investment banking, M&A, corporate development, and investor relations services to emerging growth companies and qualified investors in the cannabis sector. Our banking practice, through broker-dealer Pickwick Capital Partners, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, provides capital and M&A to fund the growth of our clients, while our advisory practice helps to position and build their businesses. Our team’s decades of high level operating and transactional experience on Wall Street in a variety of emerging sectors, allows Viridian to provide comprehensive strategic and financial solutions that assist cannabis enterprises in realizing their full potential.
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Monday, March 13, 2017

Cannabis Stock News; APHRIA (TSX VENTURE: $APH) (OTCQB: $APHQF) AFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO PRODUCING SAFE MEDICAL CANNABIS 100% FREE OF CHEMICAL PESTICIDES

Cannabis Stock News; APHRIA (TSX VENTURE: $APH) (OTCQB: $APHQF) AFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO PRODUCING SAFE MEDICAL CANNABIS 100% FREE OF CHEMICAL PESTICIDES




LEAMINGTON, ONTARIO, March 13, 2017 (Investorideas Newswire) In light of recent media coverage, Aphria Inc. ("Aphria" or the "Company") (TSX Venture: APH) (OTCQB: APHQF) issued the following statement with respect to its ongoing commitment to providing pharmaceutical-grade cannabis that is free of chemical pesticides.

Vic Neufeld, Chief Executive Officer of Aphria, said, “Aphria has always held itself to the highest standards when it comes to the cultivation and production of medical cannabis. As part of this, we made a strategic investment in a state-of-the-art greenhouse in Leamington, Ontario, which enables us to produce medical cannabis that meets our exacting standards of quality, consistency, and safety.”

“Aphria is committed to product integrity through every step of the growing process. We make our own fertilizer, which significantly reduces the risk of unwanted chemicals that can be found in ‘pre-mixed’ fertilizers. Additionally, we do not use chemical pesticides in the production of medical cannabis; we only use biological controls in the Leamington greenhouse. To be clear, Aphria has never supported the use of Myclobutanil.”

“Since Aphria was founded, we have enforced a strict Quality Management Program that continuously tests for pesticides, including Myclobutanil. We closely monitor all suppliers to ensure that any products used meet or exceed the minimum standards set to comply with Health Canada's regulations. As we noted in December, we support the use of independent evaluations and testing of medical cannabis as a necessary measure to protect the safety of Canadians.”

“In all, Aphria has adopted pharmaceutical-grade quality assurance and quality control processes, many of which are over and above what is required by Health Canada. We recognize that patients rely on a safe and high quality product to meet their medical needs and it is critically important that all products sold through the ACMPR adhere to the strict guidelines established by Health Canada to ensure that their needs are met.”

“Aphria management has over 35 years of experience in agriculture and 20 years in the pharmaceutical space, we don’t need to rely on chemicals because we know how to grow naturally.”


About Aphria
Aphria Inc., one of Canada’s lowest cost producers, produces, supplies and sells medical cannabis. Located in Leamington, Ontario, the greenhouse capital of Canada. Aphria is truly powered by sunlight, allowing for the most natural growing conditions available. We are committed to providing pharma-grade medical cannabis, superior patient care while balancing patient economics and returns to shareholders. We are the first public licensed producer to report positive cash flow from operations and the first to report positive earnings in consecutive quarters. For more information, visit www.Aphria.com.

For further information please contact:
Mr. Vic Neufeld
Chief Executive Officer
1-844-427-4742

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ALGAE DYNAMICS CORP (OTCQB: ADYNF) ANNOUNCES RESEARCH AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF CANNABIS DERIVATIVES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF NOVEL PHARMACOTHERAPIES FOR MENTAL HEALTH

ALGAE DYNAMICS CORP (OTCQB: ADYNF) ANNOUNCES RESEARCH AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO TO INVESTIGATE THE USE OF CANNABIS DERIVATIVES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF NOVEL PHARMACOTHERAPIES FOR MENTAL HEALTH



TORONTO, CANADA / March 13, 2017 (Investorideas.com Newswire) ALGAE DYNAMICS CORP (OTCQB: ADYNF) (the "Company"), a development stage company focused on the development of unique health products and pharmaceuticals utilizing cannabis and algae oils, today announced a research and product development agreement with Western University  to perform research on cannabis oil and its constituents in the context of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and schizophrenia. This is the second of the recently announced research agreements with Canadian universities involving cannabis oil research. This announcement brings Algae Dynamics total university research contributions to $1. 6 million for both programs.

This announcement follows the Company’s previously announced new strategic initiative to explore the extraction of oils from other botanicals, most notably cannabis, and to seek product development and formulation opportunities that combine the benefits of algae and cannabis oils. This research agreement will directly support this initiative and will “focus on translational pharmaceutical research, with a specific focus on identifying how specific phytochemical compounds found in cannabis, including delta-9-tetrahydrocannbinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), cannabinoid-derived terpenoids and other potential phytochemical derivatives of cannabis may serve as novel pharmacological treatments for symptoms associated with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and schizophrenia.”

Paul Ramsay, Chairman and President of the Company said, “With this research agreement, we are building upon the previously announced strategic initiative into the use of extracts from cannabis oil, in conjunction with algae oil, to develop unique health products and formulations. In our previous press release, we outlined a three-part approach, the first being Research and Development work with Canadian universities. This is the second of such research agreements relating to the use of botanical extracts including cannabinoids that we expect to employ”.

The investigator leading the research is Dr. Steven Laviolette,  a Professor and Neuroscientist in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University. Dr. Laviolette is a leader in the study of cannabinoids in mental health. Dr. Laviolette’s research team has previously made numerous fundamental discoveries related to how cannabinoids impact and may serve as treatments for mental health disorders including schizophrenia, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety. Dr. Laviolette’s primary research focus is in characterizing how specific phytochemical derivatives of cannabis may interact with specific brain pathways and molecular mechanisms whereby they may improve symptoms associated with various mental health disorders. Research from Dr. Laviolette’s team has been published in the top neuroscience and psychiatry journals in the world. His full profile may be seen on the Western University, website www.uwo.ca:

The Company’s contribution to the four-year Sponsored Research Agreement, which commences April 1, 2017 and terminates March 30, 2021, is C$250,000 per year. The Company believes, from past experience, that it will be able to leverage the research expenditures with matching scientific grants pursuant to programs of various branches of government. The Company will be responsible for the filing of patents relating to this research and will own such patents if and when issued. The Company has agreed to make payments to the University upon filing of each patent, when each patent is issued, after first commercial sale and when gross sales reach C$1,000,000. There are no ongoing royalty payments, relating to the use of the patents. The workplan may be extended and modified to achieve best outcomes which may include 1) delegating specific research areas of research work that require additional technologies to appropriate providers; and 2) engaging research collaborators to extend the research into additional areas of benefit to the Company.

The Company’s core product development strategy has been the production of high volume specific algae species and extraction of Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) which is the foundation of the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is a group of endogenous cannabinoid receptors located in the mammalian brain and throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems, consisting of neuromodulatory lipids and their receptors. The extracted algae Omega 3 oil with high concentrations of DHA is used as a health supplement product. In light of the potential synergies, the Company has developed its strategy which is aimed at developing new products and formulations that combine the health benefits of algae and cannabis oils. 

As reported earlier, the Company is continuing to seek opportunities to partner with or take ownership in existing Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) licensed producers to allow for access to the marketplace.



About Algae Dynamics Corp
ADC is currently engaged in the development of unique health products and pharmaceuticals that utilize hemp, cannabis and algae oils. This is an extension of our plan to commercialize our proprietary BioSilo(R) algae cultivation system for the high volume, low cost production of pure contaminant-free algae biomass which is high in Omega-3 fatty acids. We have engaged two Canadian universities to provide research into the use of extracts from cannabis oil, which we plan to use to develop products that combine the significant health benefits of Omega-3s derived from algae oil and extracts from cannabis oil. Our research is focusing on the use of cannabis oil in the context of cancer, and the use of cannabis derivatives for the development of novel pharmacotherapies for mental health.   

NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements in this press release which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and include any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, use of proceeds and the development, costs and results of current or future actions and opportunities in the sector. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Such factors include, among others, the inherent uncertainties associated with new projects and development stage companies, our ability to raise the additional funding we will need to continue to pursue our exploration and development program, and our ability to retain important members of our management team and attract other qualified personnel. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and we assume no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Although we believe that any beliefs, plans, expectations and intentions contained in this press release are reasonable, there can be no assurance that any such beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions will prove to be accurate. Investors should consult all of the information set forth herein and should also refer to the risk factors disclosure outlined in our annual report on Form 10-K for the most recent fiscal year, our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other periodic reports filed from time-to-time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Paul Ramsay
Phone: 289-997-6740
Email:
 ramsay@algaedynamics.com

Disclosure:ALGAE DYNAMICS CORP (OTCQB: ADYNF) is a featured company on the 420 Cannabis Investor Ideas of 2017 at www.420cannabisinvestorideas.com 


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