When MJardin Group Inc. needed new capital to help fund its North American cannabis ambitions, it frequently turned to a familiar financier: Bridging Finance Inc.
The Toronto-based private lender s relationship with the beleaguered cannabis producer plays a major role in the scandal that rocked Bay Street over the past week amid allegations against Bridging Finance of ânumerousâ legal and regulatory infractions relating to conflicts of interest, misappropriated funds and inadequate disclosure. None of the claims have been proven in court or before the Ontario Securities Commission; however, the severity of the OSC staffâs investigation thatâs underway led to PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc. being appointed to manage Bridging Financeâs affairs and the suspension of Chief Executive Officer David Sharpe as the lenderâs ultimate designated person late on April 30.
2021 Outlook
Management remains focused on the Company’s core competencies to bring high THC, as well as unique cultivars, to the Canadian market. As retail sales are ramped up, the Company plans to transition from a wholesale model to retail-only sales.
“WILL” – Cultivation Facility in Brampton, Ontario: During Q4 2020, the WILL Facility made its first sale through retail channels, selling approximately 266 kg in total, generating total revenue of $0.8 million. Total sales for 2020 were approximately 474 kg generating total revenue of $1.6 million (2019 – 413 kg, $2.0 million). Sales are expected to increase as the Company sells through additional retail channels. On March 29, 2021, the Company made its first shipment of recreational cannabis to the province of Alberta.