AWARD WINNING US & GLOBAL CANNABIS CONSULTING FIRM
A Decade of Harvest Success—Trusted by Leading Cannabis Operators Worldwide
Catalyst BC is a global cannabis consulting firm established to support entrepreneurs, investors, and operators to activate and perform at an accelerated rate through science, data, and hands-on experience. Catalyst BC brings together a dynamic group of experienced business professionals and legacy cannabis operators with over 60 years of experience in regulated cannabis, vertical farming, and Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). Catalyst BC specializes in License Acquisition, Vertical Farming, Facility Design Assistance, Operational Optimization, and Turnaround Management. From aspirational to operational, Catalyst BC supports our partners when and where they need it most.
• North Carolina: HB 413 Cannabis Legalization Bill (Filed March 2025) If passed, licensing for cultivators, manufacturers, and retailers could begin in 2026.
• Nebraska: Medical Cannabis Licensing (Expected 2026) Following 2024 voter approval, the state is drafting rules for cultivation, processing, and dispensaries. Licensing is contingent on clearing legal challenges and final legislative regulations.
• Missouri: Microbusiness License Round 3 (Late 2025/2026) The final round of 48 microbusiness licenses (dispensary and wholesale) is expected to open for applications in late 2025 via lottery. Winners will likely receive license issuance in 2026.
• Germany: Pillar 2 Commercial Pilot Projects (2026) The Federal Government is expected to launch "Pillar 2" scientific pilots for commercial supply chains.
• Canada: Federal Cannabis Licensing (Ongoing) Health Canada accepts applications year-round for cultivation, processing, and medical sales.
• Jamaica: CLA Continuous Licensing (Ongoing) The Cannabis Licensing Authority offers rolling applications for cultivation (Tiers 1–3), processing, transport, and retail.
• UK: Industrial Hemp Licensing (2026 Season) The Home Office permits cultivation of low-THC hemp (≤0.2% THC). 2026 applications typically open Jan 2; registration deadline Feb 27.
Compliant Harvests
Square Feet of Cultivation, Production, and Retail Facilities Designed
Licenses Secured
Seed-To-Sale Support
From the first mile to the last, initiating and operating a successful cannabis business can be very competitive, complex, and rigorous. Utilizing the expertise of experienced cannabis consultants with a verifiable track record of success will significantly enhance your chances of securing a merit-based cannabis business license, avoiding critical errors and design flaws, and ensuring your project is completed on time and within budget. Whether you’re just getting started or have been operational for years, Catalyst BC has the experience and can identify challenges, optimize operations, and provide measurable results.
Don’t leave your success in the cannabis industry to chance. Trust the experts at Catalyst BC to provide the strategic guidance and support you need to thrive in this competitive market. Schedule a no-cost cannabis consultation today and take the first step toward achieving your goals.
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Business Strategy
Collaborative efforts to create a personalized and comprehensive business and operational plans tailored to your market, resources, and vision.
Financial Planning
Strategy and creation of a bespoke financial model based on historical inputs specific to selected corporate structure, facilities, and market conditions.
Licensing & Applications
Catalyst has secured over 57 licenses in merit-based and highly competitive application and RFP processes with a win rate of nearly 96%
Facility Design
Design-assist aligns designs and calculations with proven methods, equipment, and systems successfully used in world-class facilities.
Startup Support
Proven expertise and track record of supporting licensed and conditionally licensed businesses from build-out to operational excellence.
Genetic Development
Design and implement propagation and breeding programs that produce unique and proprietary cultivars that maximize productivity and profitability.
Business Turnaround
Our team brings over 60 years of regulated cannabis industry experience, expertly assessing situations, crafting strategies, and achieving client goals.
Operational Optimization
Catalyst's team of experts provides guidance and support for all types of cannabis business, including cultivation, retail, extraction, distribution, and delivery
Vertical Farming
Vertical farming is the future of sustainable agriculture, and with Catalyst BC’s expertise, you can maximize yields, optimize space, and reduce resource consumption.
Controlled Environment
Partner with Catalyst BC for expert-driven CEA solutions, combining strategic planning, data-driven insights, and industry best practices to optimize your cannabis or hemp cultivation.
Natural Medicine
Partner with Catalyst BC for expert-driven natural medicine, psilocybin, and psychedelic licensing and applications, facility design, startup support, and more. Coming Soon.
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Enough about us. We want to hear more about you, your project, and your vision! Get in touch with a real live person today. Don’t worry, we don’t have a long, confusing phone menu, and your email isn’t going to the abyss, we promise. At Catalyst, we provide the service and support we’d want to experience ourselves!