About Canopy Growth

Canopy Growth is one of Canada's most recognized cannabis companies, historically the largest by market capitalization. Based in the former Hershey chocolate factory in Smiths Falls, Ontario, the company pioneered the Canadian recreational market and attracted a landmark investment from Constellation Brands.

Key Facts

  • 1Received a historic CAD $5 billion investment from Constellation Brands in 2018
  • 2Operates out of the former Hershey chocolate factory in Smiths Falls, Ontario
  • 3Was the first cannabis company to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange
  • 4Holds a pathway to acquire Acreage Holdings for US market entry upon federal legalization

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Constellation Brands deal?

In 2018, Constellation Brands, the maker of Corona beer, invested approximately CAD $5 billion for a 38% stake in Canopy Growth, marking the largest investment by an alcohol company into cannabis.

What happened to Canopy Growth's market cap?

Canopy Growth's market cap peaked near CAD $20 billion during the 2021 cannabis boom but has since declined significantly as the company restructured and focused on profitability.

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