The Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) has released "Ontario Cannabis Marketplace: By the Numbers," a new report offering insightful data on the growth and progress of Ontario’s legal cannabis industry. This report is a must-read for anyone keen on understanding the developments in Ontario's cannabis market.

Building on previous publications, the By the Numbers report presents a detailed view of the retail cannabis landscape in Ontario, showcasing the increasing accessibility of legal cannabis. Packed with easy-to-read graphics and data, it highlights the significant strides made in the industry.

David Lobo, President and CEO of OCS, states, “As the largest wholesale distributor of legal cannabis globally, OCS is excited to provide comprehensive data that informs Ontarians and supports our industry partners, further bolstering Canada’s largest cannabis market.”

The report covers various aspects of Ontario’s legal cannabis sector, including consumer access, wholesale distribution, product assortment, sales, and consumer behavior, featuring key facts and figures from 2023 along with year-over-year data from 2022.

Key highlights from 2023 include:

• Consumer access to legal cannabis expanded with 80 new Authorized Cannabis Stores, bringing the total to 353 participating municipalities across Ontario.
• These stores sold over 338 million grams of cannabis, marking a 23.3% YoY increase, valued at over $1.9 billion, a 12.1% YoY increase.
• The OCS introduced over 1,000 unique products from Canadian Licensed Producers to its catalogue of tested and traceable recreational cannabis products.

Looking ahead, OCS plans to update and publish "Ontario Cannabis Marketplace: By the Numbers" biannually. Alexandre Jalleau, Chief Customer Experience Officer at OCS, adds, “We are dedicated to expanding safe access to legal cannabis and enhancing the customer experience across our Authorized Cannabis Stores. The By the Numbers report is our way of keeping Ontarians informed about the progress in these areas.”

At PURPLEFARM, we view this report as a crucial step not only in educating consumers in Ontario but also in setting benchmarks that can be used globally. The detailed insights provided by the OCS help us understand market trends better and refine our approach to meet consumer demands effectively. By leveraging this data, we can contribute to the growth of the industry and ensure that our exceptional genetics reach enthusiasts far and wide."

Dive into the 2023 data report and other OCS publications at OCS.ca/Publications.