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THE CANNABIST COMPANY EXPANDS OHIO FOOTPRINT WITH OPENING OF CANNABIST SAINT CLAIRSVILLE

The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. has opened Cannabist Saint Clairsville, the first cannabis dispensary in Belmont county.

Located at 51710 National Rd. East, St. Clairsville, the dispensary is now serving both medical patients and adult-use customers. The store marks the company's seventh dispensary in Ohio and its second Cannabist-branded retail location in the state, expanding access to high-quality, trusted cannabis products for new and existing customers.

This launch strengthens the company's presence in Ohio and brings the Cannabist retail experience to a new region of the state, less than 10 miles from the Ohio River. Customers can expect a welcoming, education-forward environment with access to premium products and personalized support throughout their visit.

Each location is built around the idea that cannabis shopping should feel approachable, informative and enjoyable. Cannabist stores are designed to meet customers where they are, whether they are first time visitors or experienced customers, with thoughtful store design, knowledgeable staff and a passion for connecting people with the right products.

Cannabist Saint Clairsville will carry a wide variety of cannabis products, including flower, prerolls, edibles and concentrates. Customers will find the company's trusted house brands such as Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, and Classix, with a menu that includes a selection of third party products available.

"Opening in Saint Clairsville strengthens our commitment to serving patients and adult-use customers across the Buckeye State," said David Hart, chief executive officer, The Cannabist Company. "This store reflects the consistency and care we've brought to every location to date, as we continue to expand access to high-quality products in a new part of Ohio."

Cannabist Saint Clairsville reflects The Cannabist company's mission to provide safe, affordable and reliable access to high-quality cannabis through a thoughtful retail approach rooted in education and care. The company operates approximately 75,000 square feet of cultivation and manufacturing space in Ohio, supporting both its retail and wholesale operations. The company's wholesale footprint can be found in most licensed dispensaries in Ohio, with top performing products including Seed & Strain Half Ounces and Seed & Strain All-In-One Vapes.

About The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. (formerly known as Columbia Care)

The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 12 United States jurisdictions. The company operates 77 facilities including 61 dispensaries and 16 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development. Columbia Care, now The Cannabist company, is one of the original multistate providers of cannabis in the U.S. and now delivers industry-leading products and services to both the medical and adult-use markets. In 2021, the company launched Cannabist, its retail brand, creating a national dispensary network that leverages proprietary technology platforms. The company offers products spanning flower, edibles, oils and tablets, and manufactures popular brands including dreamt, Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press and Amber.

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