A major political outreach campaign during the provincial elections to advocate for the industry's priorities with political parties and candidates, bring hemp and cannabis issues into the political conversation, and establish new channels of dialogue with parties across the political spectrum.
The submission of a brief to Health Canada as part of the review of the Industrial Hemp Regulations, advocating for a regulatory framework better aligned with industry realities and a reduced administrative burden on businesses.
The organization of the second edition of Femmes et Plantes (Women and Plants), focusing this year on women's leadership and women's health, while continuing to strengthen connections among women professionals in agriculture, cannabis, hemp, horticulture, and other plant-related industries.
The hosting of our Annual General Meeting, bringing members together and featuring presentations from the PEI Cannabis Management Corporation and the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation to encourage knowledge sharing and the exchange of perspectives across Canada's cannabis industry.
A meeting with the Consulate General of France in Paris, opening the door to new exchanges and potential collaborations while helping raise the international profile of our industry.
AQIC's participation in Science in the City in Paris, where our CEO, Pierre Leclerc, spoke on two panels, including What France Can Learn from Canada, to bring the Canadian industry's perspective to international discussions and showcase its expertise.
The launch of the AQIC on Tour, an initiative to meet directly with producers, businesses, and regional economic stakeholders across Quebec to strengthen industry connections, better understand local realities, and foster new collaborations. The first two stops were hosted alongside our members Wio and Chanv.
2025
The publication of a groundbreaking economic study demonstrating the growing importance of hemp and cannabis in Quebec’s economy.
The strengthening of the relationship between the UPA and our industry, firmly anchoring hemp and cannabis within Quebec’s agricultural landscape.
A joint intervention with the Régie de l’énergie, representing average savings of approximately $80,000 per year, per subscription, for eligible greenhouses.
Meetings with Quebec Members of the National Assembly to showcase the industry’s potential and prepare for upcoming elections.
The launch of our Members’ Area catalog, enabling members to promote their products in a secure environment and connect directly with industry peers.
The creation of the C Club, designed to broaden our scope of action and unite those actively contributing to the industry’s evolution.
The launch of the webinar series “Together, we innovate. We grow.”, a free and open forum bringing together scientific experts and industry professionals to improve practices and support business growth.
The removal of cannabis stalks from cannabis legislation, opening the door to their reuse and the development of bio-based materials.
The continued growth of a highly engaged social media community, actively contributing to the demystification and normalization of hemp and cannabis among the general public.
Organization of the first edition of the Women and Plants event, which brings together women from the cannabis, hemp, horticulture, and plant-related industries.
2023
IFCHA incorporated with 23 confirmed members
Association passes 100 member and partner milestone
Launch of our Careers section, featuring the latest job vacancies in the industry
Redesign of our website
Participation of the cannabis industry at the Salon de l'emploi et de la formation continue de Montréal
Organization of two events with the SQDC
Launch of the AQIC application so that our members can have all their tools at their fingertips
2022
Submission to Health Canada of a brief entitled "A Sustainable and Responsible Industry: Key Success Factor in the Legalization of Cannabis", as part of the legislative review of the Cannabis Act:
Expo Cannabis at the Palais des congrès de Montréal
Creation of the first information, exchange and B2B purchases of cannabis products secured website in Canada (AQIC's members area)
Creation of a new federal government cannabis strategy table led by the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Economic Development to develop the legal cannabis sector in Canada
Changes to the excise tax on cannabis products
Over 20 meetings with provincial and federal government departments and agencies.
2021
Recognition of AQIC as the industry's spokesperson by the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC)
Meeting with the cabinets of the main ministers of the Quebec and Canadian governments
Participation in the development and modification of cannabis regulations in Canada as the voice of the industry
