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David Silverberg
David Silverberg
David Silverberg is a freelance journalist who writes for The Toronto Star, BBC News, The Washington Post, Business Insider, Cannabis Health, Merry Jane, High Times and many other outlets. He is also a writing coach helping freelance journalists and creatives level up their careers.

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  • Blueberry field and mountains in the distance in British Columbia, blueberries ready for harvesting. Blueberry farm in Vancouver BC. Nobody, blurred, selective focus

    Farmgate program in BC aims to support rural and Indigenous cannabis growers

    David Silverberg - Published on October 11, 2022

    British Columbia is launching a farmgate program, which allows cannabis cultivators to sell their products directly on site. Farm road trip, anyone?

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  • Flag of Canada with a leaf of marijuana. A woman's hand holds a leaf of cannabis against the background of the Canadian flag. Concept for the development of the cannabis industry in Canada.

    Canadians love weed, so why can’t brands stay in business?

    David Silverberg - Published on August 16, 2022

    Nearly four years after legalization, Canadian cannabis companies are still struggling. What exactly is the problem?

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  • an image of a woman head down while doing her taxes

    Death and (excise) taxes: Why Canadian cannabis brands are struggling to survive

    David Silverberg - Published on June 17, 2022

    Cannabis excise taxes are squeezing Canada’s craft producers and their bottom line. Can you imagine if liquor was taxed by alcohol percentage?

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  • Despite federal legalization, banks in Canada still won’t work with weed

    David Silverberg - Published on May 2, 2022

    Banks in Canada continue to discriminate against cannabis clients in spite of legalization (unless you can pay-to-play).

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  • man takes breath stripes on his tounge that refreshes breath in mouth, removes smell and kills bacteria and germs

    Sublinguals are taking Canadian cannabis by storm

    David Silverberg - Published on March 22, 2022

    Sublingual strips are a hit with cannabis consumers. Have you tried this new kind of oral onset?

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  • Cannabis delivery service, Young male courier with a large backpack riding a motor bike

    Cannabis delivery is now a permanent option in Ontario

    David Silverberg - Published on March 15, 2022

    Pandemic provisions made cannabis delivery possible in Ontario. Now it’s here to stay.

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  • Reddit logo on the screen smartphone. Reddit - Social News Site. Moscow, Russia - November 15, 2019

    r/leaves: Why would someone want to quit cannabis?

    David Silverberg - Published on February 24, 2022

    Cannabis isn’t right for everyone. This Reddit forum helps people quitting pot find a new kind of community.

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  • Dog tasting CBD oil from an eyedropper with its tongue

    What veterinarians really think about pot and pets

    David Silverberg - Published on January 12, 2022

    Cannabis is legal in Canada for people, not pets. We asked veterinarians what they think about wellness weed for animals.

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