JUNE 27, 2022

Interested in a career in the lucrative cannabis industry? Here’s what you need to know

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The cannabis industry is set to become one of the fastest growing industries in Canada, and it is attracting top-tier candidates in the form of professional, open-minded, adventurous and talented individuals who are keen on getting into the emerging industry at the ground level.The cannabis industry could introduce as many as 150,000 jobs, with competitive salaries that are comparable to those of other leading industries such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.

Legalization is set for late summer of 2018. Originally planned for July, the government has now announced that it will take a bit more time to prepare for the retail sales of recreational cannabis, and they’re predicting that we’ll be ready by August. The slight delay, however, has not slighted Canada’s excitement. Canada’s cannabis industry has seen steady economic success ever since we legalized medical marijuana in 2001, but the legalization of recreational marijuana will be a game changer for Canada. The recreational market will make cannabis a staple of the Canadian economy.

Canadian cannabis companies are looking to fill a variety of roles ahead of legalization

Canadian cannabis companies of course looking to secure quality employees now, so that they have their ducks in a row in time for legalization this summer. The roles include production, quality assurance, sales, cultivation, marketing, branding, accounting, finance, administration, business managers and more.

The excitement surrounding the growth potential of the lucrative cannabis industry is bringing about a ton of interest from top-quality candidates who are interested in a career in cannabis. To land a job in this industry, work with CanMar Recruitment, who can present you with the current opportunities in your area.

Knowledge of the industry is something employers will be looking for in an ideal candidate, so if you’re interested in this exciting career path, do your research and take a course in cannabis if you can.

Canadian colleges are already offering formal education and training in cannabis

Canadian colleges are already responding to the need for formal education and training in cannabis production. From how to grow the perfect crop and the benefits of alternative medicine, to marketing and the restrictive rules surrounding cannabis sales, Canadian colleges and universities such as Kwantlen Polytechnic University are offering comprehensive courses for those wanting to work in the thriving cannabis industry.

The courses have become so popular that Kwantlen has responded by offering the classes every four weeks instead of every eight weeks, to keep up with the wait list of eager students. Kwantlen will soon be introducing additional cannabis courses that teach safe handling, responsible retail sales, safe handling, strain identification and cultivation. Kwantlen has disclosed that most of the students taking these courses are between the ages of 25 and 40, and are interested in working full-time in the cannabis industry. This is great news for business owners in the cannabis sector, since finding staff with that industry-specific knowledge is crucial for the success of their businesses.

Job-seekers should be aware that careers in cannabis will be highly sought-after, and seeking formal education that helps one gain industry knowledge will help you stand out to an employer in the sector.

The salaries will be competitive

According to Deloitte, the Canadian cannabis market is expected to be a $22.6 billion industry, and leading up to legalization, a hiring frenzy is among us where grade A talent is being scouted and competitive salaries are being offered. Successful applicants can expect to earn salaries comparable to what similar mainstream industries offer, and so it seems that choosing a career in cannabis could be quite lucrative.

Canadian Cannabis businesses are taking the preparation seriously

Canadian cannabis businesses are very serious about preparing for smooth operations. There are already more than 85 licensed production facilities in Canada, and that number is expected to rapidly increase. The federal government has worked through all of the logistics, including regulating the production of cannabis, minimum age limits, restrictive possession limits, advertising regulations, and more. Provinces and territories have discussed workplace safety initiatives, retail sales regulations, business licensing, and more. As everyone works together to prepare for safe, successful and lucrative business operations, more and more citizens are starting to see cannabis as a huge benefit to the Canadian economy and job market.

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