Aleafia Health Inc. (TSX: AH) and Unifor Collaborates On Medical Cannabis Coverage

2 min read | December 19, 2020 02:51 AM EST | By Team Kalkine Media

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Aleafia Health Inc. and Unifor, Canada's largest private-sector union, announced on December 18 that they have entered a long-term agreement to offer access to medical cannabis exposure for its members as part of their benefit and insurance plan.
The two entities have called it a landmark agreement to deliver dedicated support through medical cannabis clinics throughout the country while challenging the stigmas related to marijuana, stated Unifor National President Jerry Dias.
Unifor has agreed to collaborate with its local unions to endorse and recommend insurance coverage in collective bargaining arrangements for the settlement of medical cannabis. In turn, Aleafia Health and its partners will offer the Unifor team with entry to its health and wellness network, comprising of education and training, physician-led consultations, etc. The proposed access to medical cannabis exposure may also give further cost savings and health benefits to both parties, such as a reduction in reliance on conventional drug prescriptions.
The two parties have signed a contract that defines the terms of one or more conclusive deals. Details of the proposed agreement are to be cleared following thorough due diligence between both companies. The conclusion of the transaction is subject to traditional closing terms and conditions, comprising approval by their respective board of directors.

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