High Tide and NuLeaf Naturals Join U.S. National Compassionate Care Council as Founding Members

Core Insights - High Tide Inc. and its subsidiary NuLeaf Naturals have joined the National Compassionate Care Council (NCCC) as founding members, aiming to influence U.S. federal and state medical cannabis policy and improve patient access to cannabinoid therapies [1] Company Overview - High Tide Inc. is a leading retail-forward cannabis enterprise with a focus on delivering value across all components of cannabis, including retail, medical cannabis distribution, and e-commerce [1] - The company operates Canna Cabana, the second-largest cannabis retail brand globally, with 219 locations in Canada and a 12% market share [1] - NuLeaf Naturals, founded in 2014, is recognized for producing high-quality cannabinoid products and has received over 35,000 verified 5-star customer reviews [1] Industry Developments - Recent federal initiatives in the U.S. to reschedule cannabis and explore Medicare reimbursement for hemp-derived cannabinoid products indicate a potential shift in healthcare policy that could significantly impact High Tide's U.S. operations [1] - The NCCC aims to modernize healthcare standards and advance evidence-based policy in the medicinal cannabis sector, focusing on product quality and patient outcomes [1]