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YES Unveils Super Deluxe Edition Box Set Of “Fragile” With Remastered Audio And Exclusive Extras

Yes’s fourth album, Fragile, first reached the American Top 10 in February 1972. Reaching platinum in the U.K. and double platinum in the U.S., the record launched the group to new heights with hits like “Roundabout” and its beloved B-side, “Long Distance Runaround.”

This summer, Rhino is releasing an extensive reissue of Fragile featuring a newly remastered version of the original album on both CD and vinyl, plus rare and unreleased recordings. A Blu-ray disc completes the collection with Steven Wilson’s new mixes, including the album in Dolby Atmos and 5.1 Mix DTS-HD MA.

Fragile (Super Deluxe Edition) will be available on June 28, including four CDs, one LP, and a Blu-ray disc. Renowned audio engineer Bernie Grundman cut lacquers for the set’s LP. Pre-Order HERE. The music will also be available on digital and streaming platforms on the same day.

Ahead of the album’s release, an alternate version of “Long Distance Runaround/The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)” is out digitally today. Listen HERE.

Fragile marked keyboardist Rick Wakeman’s debut with Yes, which included Jon Anderson (lead vocals), Chris Squire (bass, vocals), Bill Bruford (drums), and Steve Howe (guitar). After he joined in the summer of 1971, the band recorded nine songs for the album, four group arrangements (“Roundabout”), and five individual compositions, including Anderson’s “We Have Heaven” and Howe’s instrumental “Mood For A Day.”

Fragile (Super Deluxe dition) introduces a new remix of the album and instrumental mixes by Wilson. In addition, two discs of rarities provide a glimpse of the album’s creative journey, from early versions of “Roundabout” and “South Side Of The Sky” to unreleased live recordings from the Fragile Tour, including “Long Distance Runaround / The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus).”

Fragile holds a special place in Yes’ history as the first album to feature artwork by English artist Roger Dean, whose style is now synonymous with the band. Music journalist Syd Schwartz describes the deep conection between the two. “Few marriages of sound and vision are as perfectly suited as Yes and Roger Dean – it was like they grabbed the same shooting star simultaneously. The iconic Yes logo was still an album away, but Fragile established a cosmic vibe forever associated with Yes…”

Catch Yes co-headlining this summer with Deep Purple performing around the US and Canada. See a full list of dates below.
Tour Dates
Aug 14 Hollywood, FL Hardrock Live
Aug 15 Tampa, FL Hardrock Live
Aug 17 Houston, TX Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Aug 19 FT. Worth, TX Dickies Arena
Aug 21 Cincinnati, OH PNC
Aug 22 Detroit, MI Michigan Lottery Amp.
Aug 23 Chicago, IL Credit Union Amp.
Aug 25 Toronto, ON Budweiser
Aug 27 Montreal, QC Bell Centre
Aug 28 Gilford, NH Bank NH
Aug 30 Camden, NJ Freedom Mortgage
Aug 31 Holmdel, NJ PNC Arts
Sept 1 Wantagh, NY Jones Beach
Sept 3 Bridgeport, CT Hartford Healthcare
Sept 4 Saratoga Springs, NY Broadview
Sept 6 Bethel Woods, NY Bethel Woods
Sept 7 Bristow, VA Jiffy Lube
Sept 8 Scranton, PA Montage

Fragile (Super Deluxe Edition)
CD Track Listing
Disc One: Original Album Remastered
1. “Roundabout”
2. “Cans And Brahms”
3. “We Have Heaven”
4. “South Side Of The Sky”
5. “Five Per Cent For Nothing”
6. “Long Distance Runaround”
7. “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”
8. “Mood For A Day”
9. “Heart Of The Sunrise”

Disc Two: Remixes & Instrumentals
2024 Remixes
1. “Roundabout”
2. “Cans And Brahms”
3. “We Have Heaven”
4. “South Side Of The Sky”
5. “Five Per Cent For Nothing”
6. “Long Distance Runaround”
7. “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”
8. “Mood For A Day”
9. “Heart Of The Sunrise”
10. “We Have Heaven” (Reprise)
2024 Instrumental Mixes
11. “Roundabout”
12. “We Have Heaven”
13. “South Side Of The Sky”
14. “Long Distance Runaround”
15. “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”
16. “Heart Of The Sunrise”
17. “We Have Heaven” (Reprise)

Disc Three: Rarities
1. “Roundabout” – U.S. Single Edit
2. “Long Distance Runaround” – U.S. Single Edit
3. “All Fighters Past” – Steven Wilson Mix
4. “South Side Of The Sky” – Early Take
5. “Roundabout” – Rehearsal Take/Early Mix
6. “Mood For Another Day”
7. “We Have Heaven” – Full Version (Steven Wilson Mix)
8. “South Side Of The Sky” – Early Version (Steven Wilson Mix)
9. “Long Distance Runaround” (Steven Wilson Edit) *
10. “Heart Of The Sunrise” (Steven Wilson Edit) *
11. “America”
12. “Roundabout” – Early Rough Mix
13. “We Have Heaven” – Acapella (Steven Wilson Mix)

Disc Four: More Rarities & Live
1. “Five Per Cent For Nothing” – Alternate Version *
2. “Heart Of The Sunrise” – Alternate Version *
3. “Long Distance Runaround/The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”- Alternate Version *
4. “The Dean”
5. “America” – Instrumental *
Live at the Academy of Music, NYC (2/19/72)
6. “Long Distance Runaround / The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)” *
7. “Perpetual Change” *
8. “Yours Is No Disgrace” *

Blu-ray
2024 Steven Wilson Dolby Atmos Mix
2024 5.1 Mix DTS-HD MA
2024 Stereo Remix
2024 Stereo Remaster
2024 Instrumental Mix

Tracklist:
1. “Roundabout”
2. “Cans And Brahms”
3. “We Have Heaven”
4. “South Side Of The Sky”
5. “Five Per Cent For Nothing”
6. “Long Distance Runaround”
7. “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”
8. “Mood For A Day”
9. “Heart Of The Sunrise”
10. “We Have Heaven” (Reprise)
11. “America”

Fragile
LP One
Side One
1. “Roundabout”
2. “Cans And Brahms”
3. “We Have Heaven”
4. “South Side Of The Sky”

Side Two
1. “Five Per Cent For Nothing”
2. “Long Distance Runaround”
3. “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)”
4. “Mood For A Day”
5. “Heart Of The Sunrise”
* previously unreleased

Make Music Day Rings in the Summer with a Worldwide Celebration of Music

Make Music Day, the worldwide festival of making music held annually on the summer solstice, today announced the return of its vast program with over 5,000 live, free music-making events across the United States and the world over on Friday, June 21.

Launched in France in 1982 as the Fête de la Musique, Make Music Day has become a global phenomenon, celebrated by millions of people in more than 2,000 cities around the world, including 154 cities in the U.S., where it has spread widely after debuting in New York in 2007. Held on the longest day of the year, the world’s largest annual music event celebrates and promotes the natural music maker in everyone, regardless of age or skill level.

Last year, 117 U.S. cities organized 4,791 free Make Music events on June 21, with more than 100 concerts each in Cincinnati, Philadelphia, New York, Madison, Wisconsin and Salem, Oregon. In 2024, another 50 U.S. communities will join Make Music Day for the first time. New Jersey is launching new Make Music Day initiatives in Englewood, Newark, Ocean City, and Paterson, sponsored by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority; Wisconsin has grown to encompass 24 Make Music chapters throughout the state; Connecticut oversees 14 citywide celebrations supported by the CT Office of the Arts; North Carolina, through the North Carolina Arts Council, has initiated new chapters in 13 counties; and Texas, through its Music Friendly Texas initiative, will feature 14 celebrations, from Laredo to Dallas. Other cities like Orlando, Tallahassee, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City are also beginning this year, bringing the total to more than 150 Make Music celebrations across the country, and over 2,000 around the world.

Completely different from a traditional music festival, Make Music Day activities are free and open to anyone wanting to participate. Reimagining their cities and towns as stages, every kind of musician — young and old, amateur, and professional, of every musical persuasion — fills streets, parks, plazas, porches, rooftops, gardens, and other public spaces to celebrate, create and share their music with friends, neighbors, and strangers.

Among the many thousands of grassroots music events on June 21, opportunities for everyone to participate will abound.

Other national highlights of Make Music Day 2024 will include:

Flowerpot Music — For the fifth year, participants around the country will be invited to perform a composition by celebrated composer Elliot Cole and directed by percussionist Peter Ferry using an unlikely but beautiful percussion instrument: the flowerpot. Appropriate for musicians and non-musicians alike, participants can join a group and create outdoor soundscapes through easy-to-learn games.

Mass Appeal — People of all ages and skill levels will band together to make music in large, single-instrument groups. This year, leading music brands such as Hohner, Rhythm Band Instruments, and Vic Firth are donating thousands of free instruments so that any member of the public can stop by these events and join the band.

#MySongIsYourSong — Songwriters and composers of all styles and walks of life will join in a global song swap where they will learn a song by another artist and hear theirs covered in return.

Roomful of Pianos — Roomful of Pianos was originally featured at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, bringing spectacular performances of music arranged for 10 pianos, 20 pianos, or even 40 pianos to the show’s music industry attendees. Inspired by the NAMM Show experience, more than a dozen piano dealers and music schools are now bringing Roomfuls of Pianos across the country for Make Music Day, creating personalized colossal piano events for each local piano community.

Sousapalooza — In multiple cities, large groups of brass and wind musicians will assemble in parks and plazas to play the music of “March King” John Philip Sousa. Anyone is invited to download the music, bring their horn, and join the band.

Stridulations — For the second year, Make Music Day will feature “Stridulations for the Good Luck Feast,” a set of interlocking rhythmic pieces by Billy Martin (of Medeski Martin & Wood) that anyone can join, whether or not they read music. Following an ingenious system of Xs and dots, participants can sing rhythmic patterns or play them on any instrument, locking together like a samba band, or stretching out to sound like crickets calling to each other across a field. (The word “stridulations” refers to the sound that crickets make. The project will be especially relevant in the U.S. this year, when another singing insect, the periodic cicada, will emerge from Brood XIII and Brood XIX simultaneously for the first time in 221 years.)

String Together — One of the best and easiest ways to improve the sound of your guitar is putting on a fresh set of strings. For Make Music Day, dozens of music retailers are hosting a free string-changing session that comes with a free set of acoustic guitar strings from Elixir Strings (for the first 12 registrants at each store). All are welcome, from complete newbies who have never changed their strings, to more experienced players looking for a few tips from a pro guitar tech.

All Make Music Day events are free and open to the public. Participants who wish to perform, or host musical events, may register at www.makemusicday.org. A full schedule of events will be posted on the website in early June.

National Music Centre Announces The Daniel Pelton Collective as Violins of Hope Artist in Residence

The National Music Centre (NMC) is pleased to announce that Calgary classical act The Daniel Pelton Collective has been named for NMC’s Violins of Hope Artist in Residence.

The Daniel Pelton Collective was chosen by a jury of NMC staff and professionals for the Violins of Hope Artist Residence, which will allow the use of a portion of the historic Violins of Hope collection for the creation of new music. The collection includes restored string instruments that were once owned and used by victims and survivors of the Holocaust. Over 40 instruments are currently on display as part of the Violins of Hope exhibition, running at Studio Bell until June 16. The Daniel Pelton Collective will also have access to NMC’s renowned musical instrument collection and studio spaces that span over 450 years of innovation and technology.

Daniel Pelton is a Jewish composer and saxophonist from Calgary, who will use the residency to record an album with members of Calgary’s Kensington Sinfonia. The work is inspired by the novel, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, based on the true story of Lali Sokolov and Gita Furman, who met and fell in love while imprisoned there.

“Theirs is a harrowing and incredible story, and as a Jewish person I was particularly moved after finishing the book,” Pelton said. “The tattoos they were given in the camp are 34902 and 32407. As a way of processing my emotions, I turned those numbers into music, translating them into their 12-tone counterparts (Eb-E-A-C-D and Eb-D-E-C-G), and then composed a 10-minute piece for chamber orchestra exploring how these motives interact with each other. The music will be released in January of 2025 to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.”

“We were impressed by The Daniel Pelton Collective’s artistic concept and thoughtful submission that connects so deeply to Daniel’s heritage. NMC is proud to support this young composer and band leader in his artistic journey,” said Stephanie Hutchinson, NMC’s Director of Programs. “This residency offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create new music using instruments with such profound historical significance. This project is the perfect example of connecting the past with the present through the power of music.”

Pelton’s residency will take place at Studio Bell in June of 2024, and a behind-the-scenes look at his recording will be shared in the coming months via NMC Amplify at amplify.nmc.ca.

The Violins of Hope exhibition is presented in partnership with the Calgary Jewish Federation and the Jewish Community Foundation of Calgary. For more information about the exhibition and to buy tickets, please visit studiobell.ca/feature-exhibitions

Eric Alper Public Relations Clients Earn 2024 Western Canadian Music Award Nominations In Top Categories Including Blues Artist of the Year, Children’s Artist of the Year and Video Director of the Year

The Western Canadian Music Alliance has announced the nominees for the 2024 Western Canadian Music Awards (WCMAs) on May 14. The winners in both the Artistic and Industry categories will be revealed during BreakOut West, scheduled to take place in Saskatoon, SK from September 25-29. Now in its 22nd year, BreakOut West continues to foster, champion, and celebrate the finest talents in Western Canadian music through its annual conference, festival, and the prestigious WCMAs.

Eric Alper Public Relations congratulates the artists I have represented in the past year who earned nominations: Blue Moon Marquee, Brandon Isaak and Al Simmons!

Blues Artist of the Year
Blue Moon Marquee – BC
Brandon Isaak – BC

Children’s Artist of the Year
Al Simmons – MB

Video Director of the Year
Sandy Rossignol – Blue Moon Marquee “Hound Dog On a Chain” – BC

Omar Apollo Announces Sophomore Album ‘God Said No Due June 28

Omar Apollo announces that his sophomore studio album,God Said No, will be released on June 28th via Warner Records. Along with the announcement, Apollo offers a preview of what is to come on the album with the new single “Dispose of Me,” which arrives with an accompanying live performance video of the song featuring a 14-piece ensemble. Apollo and the band put a new spin on “Dispose Of Me” as they’re surrounded byOmar’s closest friends and collaborators. God Said No was executive produced by Teo Halm and features musician Mustafa and actor Pedro Pascal. The album title is Omar’s interpretation of “lo que sera, sera” which translates to “whatever will be, will be” or “it is what it is.” The phrase embodies the album with Omar’s tongue-in-cheek humorous outlook on the suffering that comes from

surrendering and accepting whatever is thrown at you by life, a relationship or lover.

Arriving a little over two years after the release of his critically acclaimed debut albumIvory which earned Apollo a Best New Artist nomination at the 2023 Grammys,God Said No was born out of the whirlwind that followed his debut and nonstop touring, on his headline tour, in support of SZA’s SOS arena tour along with Billie Eilish’s Latin American stadium tour. Apollo booked a three month stay in London that fall, where he ruminated on walks down rain-soaked cobblestone streets and mined the poems of Mary Oliver, Victoria Chang, and Ocean Vuong for inspiration. Speaking on musical inspirations with Rolling Stone in the May issue, Omar cited artists like Kate Bush, Labi Siffre, Giorgio Moroder, Beyoncé, and Lana del Rey as being in heavy rotation during that time in London.

Camped out in London’s legendary Abbey Road Studios with his trusted collaborators, producers Halm, Carter Lang, and Blake Slatkin, Apollo built the bones of his melodrama. The 14-track album is a survey of the emotional wreckage that followed the end of a torrid love affair. Apollo borrowed the title from something his friend said while processing the relationship. “I gave it my everything,” Apollo says, “And God said ‘no.’” What began during that London trip resulted in his most soul-bearing and immediate body of work, fine-tuned across studios in Los Angeles, NY, and Miami towards the end of 2023.

“Dispose of Me” follows the album’s lead single, “Spite,” which was released last month to fanfare alongside an iconic David Heof-directed music video shot in Mexico City. Just last week, Omar made a splash during his Met Gala debut, wearing a custom suit by LOEWE that earned him Best Dressed nods from The Cut, Vogue, andWWD, among others.

2022 saw Omar Apollo release his debut album Ivory which was widely celebrated for its ability to blur genre lines and language barriers. This translated to the Grammy nomination in 2023 for Best New Artist and earned Apollo commercial success, including a 7-week run on the Billboard Hot 100 for his first RIAA-certified platinum record, “Evergreen (You Didn’t Deserve Me At All).” Omar also enjoyed critical acclaim, landing on year-end lists from esteemed media outlets such as NPR, The FADER, Billboard, Complex, Esquire, and Rolling Stone, among others. Following the release of his debut album, he performed on NPR’s Tiny Desk, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and unveiled his single “Killing Me” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Additionally, Omar was named the first ambassador for skincare brand Youth to the People and is currently the face of LOEWE’s menswear campaign under the creative direction of Jonathan Anderson, which Apollo previewed on the cover of the latest issue of VMAN.

Stream “Dispose of Me” and watch the live performance video HERE and check out the album art, tracklist, and full album details below. Stay tuned for more news on Omar Apollo and God Said No, soon.

God Said No Tracklist:
1. Be Careful With Me
2. Spite
3. Less of You
4. Done With You
5. Plane Trees (feat. Mustafa)
6. Drifting
7. Empty
8. Life’s Unfair
9. Against Me
10. While U Can
11. Dispose of Me
12. How
13. Pedro
14. Glow

Unlock Your Music’s Potential: Eric Alper PR Revolutionizes Spotify Promotion For Sustainable Growth

Eric Alper PR is excited to offer Spotify promotion and playlisting approach that keeps long-term streaming growth and algorithmic cohesion as its primary focus. This means that he only uses real human manual pitching to worldwide playlisters curated by people who want to hear your genre of music, and to playlisters that would be programming your song in lists with similar independent artists and marketing those lists to audiences who would be looking for music like it.

He works to use the digital streaming service algorithms to help put your music in spaces where listeners would expect to hear it, resulting in a lower skip rate, using his almost-decade experience third party playlists as a way to teach discovery algorithms that your song should be suggested to more listeners who like similar artists, and a longer period of growth on your track and a higher chance of it reaching people who will become real fans.

It is his mission to make the data that independent artists have access to on their streaming platforms as usable as possible, reflecting real growth from reaching actual people as opposed to inflated fake numbers. While the digital marketing landscape is constantly shifting and changing, he is adapting to chase the same goal of bringing your music to the people who will love it.

Ready to take your music to new heights? Email me Eric@ThatEricAlper.com today for personalized details on how we can elevate your Spotify presence and connect you with your audience authentically.

Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” Performed In A Minor Key Will Blow Your Mind

Musician Frank Tedesco presents a captivating reinterpretation of Journey’s iconic anthem. Through a masterful musical arrangement, the familiar melody of “Don’t Stop Believin'” is transformed into a haunting rendition in a minor key. The shift in tonality imbues the song with a sense of melancholy and introspection, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the timeless classic.

Tommy Wiseau’s The Room, But Done As Prince

“The Room,” a cult classic infamous for its awkward dialogue and Tommy Wiseau’s melodramatic performance, has gained notoriety for its unintentional hilarity. However, musician Nick Lutsko took the film’s absurdity to a whole new level by transforming Wiseau’s memorable lines into a Prince-style musical rendition. In a stroke of comedic genius, Lutsko’s creation, showcased on Super Deluxe, seamlessly melds Wiseau’s idiosyncratic delivery with the funky beats reminiscent of the legendary musician, resulting in a side-splitting homage to both “The Room” and Prince’s musical legacy.

Top 10 Canadian Music Videos Shortlisted For The 2024 Prism Prize

Today, the finalists for the Grand Prize at the 2024 Prism Prize were revealed, showcasing the top 10 Canadian music videos of the year. Chosen by a distinguished jury of over 120 leading figures in Canadian music, film, and media arts, the winning artist and director will receive an unprecedented $20,000.00 CAD cash prize, marking the largest award in the realm of music videos worldwide.

The 2024 Prism Prize Top 10 (in alphabetical order):
Blame Brett – Artist: The Beaches | Director: Ievy Stamatov
Borrow Trouble – Artist: Feist | Directors: Mary Rozzi, Colby Richardson, Heather Goodchild & Leslie Feist
Demons – Artist: Allison Russell | Director: Ethan Tobman
feral canadian scaredy cat – Artist: young friend | Director: Sterling Larose & Zachary Vague
I’m Good – Artist: Snotty Nose Rez Kids | Director: Sterling Larose
I Wanna Be Your Right Hand – Artist: Nemahsis | Directors: Norman Wong & Amy Gardner
My Mind At Ease – Artist: Dominique Fils-Aimé | Director: Adrian Villagomez
Name of God – Artist & Director: Mustafa
Of Woods And Seas – Artist: Alaskan Tapes | Director: Andrew De Zen
Revenge of the Orchestra (feat. Magugu) – Artist: Apashe | Director: Adrian Villagomez

Each of these Top 10 finalists are also eligible for the fan-voted Audience Award, which comes with a $2,500.00 CAD prize for the winner. Music lovers and fans alike can now view all of the Top 10 videos and cast their vote for their favourite through Thursday, June 6, 2024 at prismprize.com.

“As the Prism Prize continues to illuminate the dynamic landscape of Canadian music videos, it serves as a testament to the boundless creativity flourishing within our nation’s music community,” said Louis Calabro, Vice-President, Programming & Awards, at the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television and the Founder of Prism Prize. “As we unveil this year’s Top 10 videos, we invite you to embark on a journey of discovery, celebrating the diverse voices and groundbreaking visions that define the essence of Canadian musical artistry.”

This year, the Prism Prize jury evaluated over 300 eligible Canadian music videos, carefully considering elements such as originality, style, creativity, innovation, and execution to curate the final Top 10.

Along with the Grand Prize and Audience Awards, the Prism Prize annually recognizes a group of Special Award recipients who are honoured for their achievements and contributions to the music industry, both in Canada and abroad.

  • The Hi-Fidelity Award (supported by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters) established to recognize recording artists who utilize music video in innovative ways;
  • The Lipsett Award,  established to celebrate a unique approach to music video art;
  • The Special Achievement Award (supported by The Slaight Family Foundation) established to recognize an exceptional contribution to music video art on the world stage;
  • The Willie Dunn Award (supported by Telefilm Canada) presented to a Canadian trailblazer who has demonstrated excellence within the music, music video and/or film production communities.

These Special Award recipients will be unveiled alongside the Grand Prize and Audience Award winners when the Prism Prize Class of 2024 is announced on Thursday, June 25. A celebration of the Class of 2024 will take place in July, featuring a screening of the Top 10 videos and the work of our Special Award Recipients.

View the Top 10 Canadian music videos of the year eligible for the 2024 Prism Prize and the Audience Award at prismprize.com.

Since its introduction in 2013, the Prism Prize has been celebrating outstanding work in Canadian music video production. Through the years, the Grand Prize has been awarded to an eclectic group of homegrown artists and directors who have created captivating and moving visual accompaniments to their music, including Rich Aucoin and director Noah Pink for Brian Wilson Is A.L.I.V.E., Charlotte Day Wilson and director Fantavious Fritz for Work, Jessie Reyez and director Peter Huang for Far Away and Snotty Nose Rez Kids and director Sterling Larose for Damn Right.

Previous winners of the Special Awards include July Talk (2017 Hi-Fidelity Award recipient), Grimes (2018 Hi-Fidelity Award recipient), Karena Evans (2018 Lipsett Award recipient), Mustafa (2022 Willie Dunn Award recipient), and Nemahsis (2023 Hi-Fidelity Award recipient), just to name a few.

Learn more about previous Prism Prize recipients here.

Where To Buy CBD Oil: The Ultimate Guide to Buying CBD Oil in Canada

By Mitch Rice

Shopping for CBD oil in Canada can be confusing, especially with many available options. 

This guide aims to simplify your search for the best CBD oil tailored to your needs for pain relief, anxiety reduction, or overall health improvement. In Canada, the market for CBD oil is expanding rapidly, reflecting its increasing legality and acceptance. 

As of 2021, the Canadian cannabis market, including CBD, was valued at over $2.6 billion, showcasing a growing interest and trust in its benefits. With numerous reputable vendors offering CBD oil online and in physical stores, it’s crucial to distinguish a high-quality product. 

However, this guide will help you understand the regulations, what to look for regarding quality and purity, and where to buy. We’ll provide all the essential tips to ensure you make a well-informed purchase. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced user, this guide is your go-to resource for buying CBD oil in Canada.

Is CBD Oil Available Over The Counter In Canada?

Yes, CBD oil is available over the counter in Canada. The country legalized cannabis for recreational and medicinal use under the Cannabis Act, which came into effect on October 17, 2018. This law allows adults to buy, use, possess, and grow cannabis, including CBD products. CBD oil must be purchased from licensed retailers and is subject to regulations regarding its production, distribution, and sale to meet safety and quality standards. 

You can find it in various retail locations, including specialty CBD shops, cannabis dispensaries, and some pharmacies. Buyers must ensure that they purchase from reputable sources that comply with Canadian cannabis regulations to guarantee the quality and legality of the product.

Can You Get Pure CBD In Canada?

You can purchase pure CBD products online and in physical stores from licensed retailers. These products must meet strict regulatory standards, ensuring their safety and purity. It’s essential to buy from reputable sources to ensure the quality and legality of the CBD product.

Here are the key points about obtaining pure and organic CBD oil Canada:

Legal Sources: CBD products must be purchased through legally authorized retailers. In each Canadian province or territory, specific regulations govern the sale of cannabis products, including CBD. These products can typically be bought through government-operated stores, licensed private retailers, or regulated websites.

Quality and Purity Standards: Legal CBD products in Canada must meet strict standards regarding their content and purity. They are subject to rigorous testing to ensure they are free of harmful contaminants and that the CBD content listed on the packaging is accurate. This ensures that consumers receive a product that is safe and of high quality.

Prescription CBD: For medicinal purposes, CBD can also be accessed through a prescription from a healthcare provider. Medicinal CBD products might be covered by health insurance and are available through medical cannabis programs that require registration.

Importance of Buying Legally: Purchasing CBD legally is crucial to ensure Canadian laws and regulations compliance. Illegal products may not meet safety standards and could contain harmful substances or incorrect levels of CBD and THC.

Product Types: Pure CBD is available in various forms in Canada, including oils, capsules, edibles, and topical creams. This variety allows consumers to choose the method of consumption that best suits their needs and preferences.

Where To Buy CBD Oil In Canada?

To buy CBD oil in Canada, you have several legal and reliable options, ensuring compliance with regulations and product safety. Here’s where you can purchase CBD oil:

Government-Operated Stores: Many provinces and territories operate retail outlets for cannabis products, including CBD oil. These stores can be physical locations or online platforms, depending on the province. Examples include the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) in Ontario, the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) in Quebec, and BC Cannabis Stores in British Columbia.

Licensed Private Retailers: Some provinces allow private retail stores to sell cannabis and CBD products. The province licenses these stores and must adhere to strict regulatory standards. You can visit these stores in person or check if they offer online shopping and delivery.

Online Retailers: Licensed online retailers are also a convenient option for purchasing CBD oil. These platforms are either run by the government or are private but licensed entities. They offer many products and brands; you can shop from home.

Medical Cannabis Providers: If you have a prescription for medical cannabis, you can purchase CBD oil through medical cannabis producers. These are accessed online, and you typically must register as a patient. This route is particularly relevant if you require specific CBD formulations for health conditions, as medical providers offer products that are not available in recreational stores.

Can You Buy CBD Oil At Walmart?

Walmart in Canada does not sell CBD oil in its physical stores or online. Canadian regulations regarding the sale of CBD products are strict. Currently, CBD oil and other cannabis-derived products are primarily available through licensed dispensaries and specific provincial or territorial government-operated retailers.

Suppose you’re looking to purchase CBD oil in Canada. In that case, it’s best to visit or order from authorized cannabis retail outlets, either government-run or private, depending on the regulations in your province or territory. These sources ensure the products comply with Canadian laws and meet safety and quality standards.

Conclusion: Is Hemp Oil The Same As CBD Oil?

Buying CBD oil in Canada has become straightforward thanks to the clear rules set by the government. Since cannabis, including CBD oil, became legal in 2018, Canadians can buy it from various legal and safe places. These include government-run stores, approved private shops, and specialized online platforms. Buying CBD oil from these trusted sources is essential to ensure the products are legal, high-quality, and safe. They must be free from harmful stuff and clearly show the amount of CBD they contain.

CBD oil is available in different forms, such as oils, capsules, and edibles, allowing people to choose what best suits their health needs. Whether buying CBD oil for the first time or you’ve bought it before, always make sure to buy from legal and dependable places. This guide helps you understand where and how to buy CBD oil safely and legally in Canada, ensuring you get the best quality and most effective products for your health and wellness.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

 

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