In honor of International Women’s Day, we want to highlight the incredible female voices on the eggs canna team. From our women founder to our women store managers the diversity is strong. From dude culture to big business, other industries can be very patriarchal, and Eggs Canna wants to change this. To make it a safe space not only for women, but for everyone. Throughout our community, Eggs Canna aims to amplify the power of women and crack down the gender bias.

Join us leading up to International Women’s Day as we shine the light on the incredible Women that are a part of the Eggs Canna team. The first person we want to highlight is Demara Bradford, the Manager of our Hollywood Boutique in Kelowna. Demara’s Cannabis journey is featured in this Q+A.

DEMARA BRADFORD: Manager at Eggs Canna Hollywood

Demara Bradford – Eggs Canna Manager

Why/how did you get into the cannabis industry?

Well, I have a love and passion for all herbs, Particularly Cannabis. It has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Pretty sure they were just house plants growing up. It’s a know fact, that if you have passion for what you are doing in life, you will succeed in what ever it is you choose.

What advice do you have for women looking to make an impact in the cannabis space?

In general I think advice I have for women would be: stay true to yourself, be kind always. Its better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission. With Cannabis I would say, build a community, build a network of people you can trust. To share opinions, thoughts and ideas with, a network you trust. Learn how to pivot, be fluid, always be able to move directions or change plans 😉

Did you ever dream of being in cannabis industry?

I think everyone dreams to be in the cannabis industry, for me I didn’t think it could be a reality. You never thought you could make a legit career out of it. So, yes I dreamt of it, but now living that I can say “wow it has been a dream come true in a way”.

What are some of the challenges that still exist that made you WANT to be in this industry?

Keeping up with such a fast growing industry, knowing about all the products coming on to the market, staying up to date on all the evolving rules, regulations and concepts. But having that challenge, has kept my passion alive. And again, you will enjoy having a career you are passionate about.

How does a women’s presence in cannabis change the way that the industry is viewed and perceived?

I feel like that there is such a connection with women and with Mother Nature that if you didn’t have the two coincide together, The outcome might not be as desired as we want. Having women in cannabis empowers other women and empowers the shift of stigma towards it. Women are elegant creatures we’re beautiful, we are loving and caring. And it’s the same with the cannabis plant. It is loving, it is giving, it is beautiful and it has a way to change the world just as women do.

What do you think helped you the most to make a career as a woman? What’s the biggest factor that has helped you be successful?

The biggest thing that has helped me be successful in my career as a woman is having that mentor. To have a mentor that is supportive and believes in you and is willing to help you grow. I have a personal drive to always be better, to do better and to grow physically, mentally, and spiritually in any experience that I have. So having that personal drive to grow to be better person is something that I think has helped me be successful. But of course, that personal drive comes from a deeper source, a drive that my daughter gives me to be and do better. I named her Destiny, because I was destined to become a better person in life, I was made to become her mother.

How many people did you have to convince that Cannabis isn’t a dangerous substance?

I think most of my life, cannabis was viewed as something natural that was safe, and that was comfortable. We had it growing up in my house. So having to convince people that it’s a dangerous substance, I think I’ve only really experienced in the retail market and recreational cannabis, and I find it wasn’t hard to convince people that it wasn’t a dangerous drug, giving them the information and allowing them to test out the waters in a comfortable setting and with somebody that was confident in giving them the ability to learn what it was they were taking. So starting off low and going slow, of course. It helped convince people that cannabis is natural. It’s just like any other herbs, like echinacea. It’s coming from Mother Earth. Dangerous drugs in the world come out when humans have manipulated that plant so much that is now just a chemistry molecule and that’s, I think when it comes more to be a dangerous drug. It starts to have other or adverse effects on people.

How many times have you been in the only woman in the room, when it comes to cannabis?

I don’t think I’ve ever been the only woman in a room when it comes to cannabis, because I’ve always surrounded myself with inspirational women. I’ve always built that community or network with other women in order to shift that stigma around women being in some kind of, you know, masculine industry.

What was your families reaction to being in the cannabis industry?

I think my dad was in a bit of shock, that my teenage words were coming back to bite him. You’re taught to do what you love and boy did I love cannabis. My dad always told me I couldn’t make a career out of it, he should know he was in jail for it many times in his life.

Both my parents have always been supportive and proud for all my accomplishments.

BONUS QUESTIONS: What is your favourite Munchie?

Cereal, I love a good bowl of cereal. Fruit Loops to be exact, but then there is charcuterie boards all the good munchies on one plate, But then there is pizza. OK OK I just love all food after smoking a big ol joint.

What is your favourite method of consumption?

Joints all the way, I love the ritual of my husband rolling the joints for me to smoke. Old school method, cannabis in its natural state, the whole plant.

The International Women’s Day 2022 Campaign theme is #BreakTheBias, which is why Eggs Canna is #CrackingTheBias: 

Imagine a gender equal world. 

A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. 

A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. 

A world where difference is valued and celebrated. 

Together we can forge women’s equality. 

Collectively we can all #CrackTheBias. 

Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day. 

We can crack the bias in our communities. 

We will crack the bias in our workplaces. 

Together, we can all crack and creak the bias - on International Women’s Day and beyond. 

Whether you’re clocking in at the office from 9-5 or running your e-commerce empire from a beach in California, cannabis can be an amazing ally to elevate your workflow.

Whether you’re clocking in at the office from 9-5, Monday to Friday, or running your e-commerce empire from a beach in California, cannabis can be an amazing ally to elevate your workflow.

Do you like to use cannabis after work to let go of your day?

Do you enjoy cannabis and then dive into your creative projects?

No matter what you do for work, or how frequent your cannabis use is, here are a few benefits of including cannabis in your workflow.

Remember, do not drive or operate heavy machinery while using cannabis.

Here are three ways that cannabis can improve your life right now.

1. Cannabis can encourage you to rest

Rest is a necessary part of being functional and productive. All creation is born from a state of rest. When we’re not well-rested, it’s difficult to show up and perform at any of our tasks in life. When using cannabis as a seed of creation, create a space for yourself to relax, and set the intention for this sacred plant to enhance your sense of relaxation. Enjoy every moment of rest, slowness, and sleep that cannabis inspires, and use it to fuel your hours of active creation.

2. Cannabis can promote self-reflection

Self-reflection helps us learn and grow, which is vital to our happiness and fulfilment at work. Without taking time to self-reflect, we can get stuck in jobs that we don’t like, or we might miss opportunities that we can’t see. As a seed of creation, cannabis can help us gain new perspective on our workflow and what we are creating with our business relationships. This type of exploration helps us make better decisions and use our energy more wisely, so that we can create the type of work experience that truly serves us.

3. Cannabis can inspire you to get into the creative flow

It’s easy to access your creativity when you connect with the seed of creation, which is the cannabis plant. Artists and entrepreneurs throughout time have reported that cannabis enhances their subtle senses of perception, inspiring new ideas and creative visions. But creativity is not just drawing, painting, or making music. Cannabis can show you that your creativity is present in everything you do – from the conversations you have, to how you solve buisness problems and the way you cook and eat your food. Whether you get inspired to reorganize your space to reflect inner health, or want to drop into a focused art flow, allow yourself to capture – and be captured by – the creativity that cannabis inspires.

These are three powerful yet simple ways you can use cannabis in your workflow, no matter who you are. Are you a cannabis user….or a Cannaseur? A gatekeeper of care and knowledge for the seed of creation knows cannabis is an ally to access and integrate your higher potentials into your every day life.

Work hard, stay safe and remember that your unique relationship with cannabis needs to be learnt and understood, but most of all, created with intention.

2020 has thrown us all for a loop. Many of us have had to adapt to big changes in our work, and some of us have faced new health scares and challenges.

2020 has thrown us all for a loop. Many of us have had to adapt to big changes in our work, and some of us have faced new health scares and challenges. Whether you’ve never considered cannabis before or are in a long-term relationship with it, it makes sense to spend at least some hours of social distancing reading up on some new perspectives. What’s the worst that could happen?

Here are three ways that cannabis can improve your life right now.

1. It can help you feel what your body needs

If you’re one of those people who’s constantly thinking about how much you need to stretch, cannabis could be a great ally for you to actually get on your yoga mat and do something about it. As a seed of creation, cannabis inspires you to tune in to the type of movements your body wants to create, whether that’s a long savasana or a high-powered session on your stationary bike. You might also feel that cannabis amplifies the benefits of movement in your body.

“Dr. Dayna McCarthy told MarketWatch that there’s scientific evidence that the chemical compounds in cannabis have the propensity to heighten what is already happening in the body; exercise releases endorphins, and patients may feel even better or more positive after exercising when they ingest cannabis substances,” she said.

2. It encourages playfulness and laughter

Now more than ever, we need to express our playfulness and joy. Working all the time, or dwelling on the things that stress us out, without tending to our playful spirit can make life feel heavier than it needs to. As a seed of creation, cannabis can encourage us to get back to basics – get silly, shake off stressful energy, and replace it with healthy laughter. Whether you’re connecting with friends or flying solo, those giggles and belly laughs are certainly nourishing for the soul.

3. It can help you get honest with yourself

Sometimes being stuck in a rigid mindset is what keeps us stuck in an unhealthy lifestyle. As a seed of creation, cannabis can help you open your mind to view your life situation from different perspectives. As Bob Marley famously said, “Smoke the herb. It reveals you to yourself.” If you’ve been holding yourself back from making a positive change in your life, cannabis might be a great companion for your journey.

No matter what your 2020 journey looks like, empowering yourself with insights and tips to shake things up and move forward with new perspectives sounds like a good place to start. Plus…aren’t you wondering what our Mother Earth has to say? Reach out to us if you have any questions, or leave a comment below!

As we spend more time at home, in sacred space: we have been forced to look inward.

As we spend more time at home in sacred space, we have been forced to look inward.

Tuning out the bustle of every day life tunes us into certain narratives circling the globe. Our world slowly erupts into Fear, a fear of what is yet to come. Now more than ever…we find ourselves called to the seed of creation.

We can’t help but wonder what our Mother Earth has to say. Do you?

Take 5 minutes….we know you’re at home
Sit across from your family and loved ones
Sit in silence
Or maybe play this in the background
Inhale as you count to 8
Exhale as you count to 8
Create a ritual of breathe
Inhale….exhale
In-between every inhale and exhale state clearly in your mind:
I am ready to usher in the new world. How may I serve?

What has our Mother Earth said to you? Let us tell you what our Mother Earth has said to us:

We cannot ignore the devasting effects current events has caused in every home; but together, we can create a new future. Comment your thoughts or ideas because we are commited to helping you grow them from seeds of thought, into creations. Why?

The true seed of creation….is you….

Thank you for being our ally as we align with a new world. If awareness doesn’t come to you immediately, know that your call will be answered. You will know when the answer arrives.

At times like this, we can’t help but wonder what our Mother Earth has to say.

As a seed of creation, we understand that Cannabis remains a valued part of your individual journey as the collective follows universal suggestion in practicing social distancing.

With the on-going developments surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we have invited conversations with customers still visiting us in-store and have decided on a course of action. We serve. We will remain open; however, please reflect on the following:

Our intent is to support by honouring your requests
We are taking every necessary precaution to follow suggested health regulations
We expect you to do the same
Join us in maintaining a safe space
Stay 6 feet away – at all times!
We cannot explore shipping opportunities in accordance with federal law
Our Head Office continues to explore innovative ways for you to continue shopping while minimizing contact
Together, we evolve to suit the times
Continue this conversation, comment your thoughts

DEMARA BRADFORD: Manager at Eggs Canna Hollywood

Why/how did you get into the cannabis industry?

What advice do you have for women looking to make an impact in the cannabis space?

Did you ever dream of being in cannabis industry?

What are some of the challenges that still exist that made you WANT to be in this industry?

How does a women’s presence in cannabis change the way that the industry is viewed and perceived?

What do you think helped you the most to make a career as a woman? What’s the biggest factor that has helped you be successful?

How many people did you have to convince that Cannabis isn’t a dangerous substance?

How many times have you been in the only woman in the room, when it comes to cannabis?

What was your families reaction to being in the cannabis industry?

BONUS QUESTIONS: What is your favourite Munchie?

What is your favourite method of consumption?

Whether you’re clocking in at the office from 9-5, Monday to Friday, or running your e-commerce empire from a beach in California, cannabis can be an amazing ally to elevate your workflow.

Here are three ways that cannabis can improve your life right now.

1. Cannabis can encourage you to rest

2. Cannabis can promote self-reflection

3. Cannabis can inspire you to get into the creative flow

Work hard, stay safe and remember that your unique relationship with cannabis needs to be learnt and understood, but most of all, created with intention.

Here are three ways that cannabis can improve your life right now.

1. It can help you feel what your body needs

2. It encourages playfulness and laughter

3. It can help you get honest with yourself

Tuning out the bustle of every day life tunes us into certain narratives circling the globe. Our world slowly erupts into Fear, a fear of what is yet to come. Now more than ever…we find ourselves called to the seed of creation.

We can’t help but wonder what our Mother Earth has to say. Do you?

Take 5 minutes….we know you’re at home

Sit across from your family and loved ones

Sit in silence

Or maybe play this in the background

Inhale as you count to 8

Exhale as you count to 8

Create a ritual of breathe

Inhale….exhale

In-between every inhale and exhale state clearly in your mind:

I am ready to usher in the new world. How may I serve?

What has our Mother Earth said to you? Let us tell you what our Mother Earth has said to us:

We cannot ignore the devasting effects current events has caused in every home; but together, we can create a new future. Comment your thoughts or ideas because we are commited to helping you grow them from seeds of thought, into creations. Why?

The true seed of creation….is you….

Thank you for being our ally as we align with a new world. If awareness doesn’t come to you immediately, know that your call will be answered. You will know when the answer arrives.

At times like this, we can’t help but wonder what our Mother Earth has to say.

As a seed of creation, we understand that Cannabis remains a valued part of your individual journey as the collective follows universal suggestion in practicing social distancing.

With the on-going developments surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we have invited conversations with customers still visiting us in-store and have decided on a course of action. We serve. We will remain open; however, please reflect on the following:

Be safe as you continue to invest in Cannabis on your journey inward.

Remember, isolation doesn’t mean disconnection. As you reflect, create. If the seed of creation is part of your creative ritual, tag #SeedOfCreation. We’ll share your offering with the world.