7^th Dispensary in the State Reinforces Company’s Commitment to Patient and Adult-Use Access in Eastern Ohio

The Cannabist Company (Cboe CA: CBST) (OTCQB: CBSTF) ("The Cannabist Company" or the "Company"), one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers, and retailers of cannabis products in the U.S., today announced the opening of Cannabist Saint Clairsville, the first cannabis dispensary in Belmont County.

Located at 51710 National Road 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, pre-rolls, 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, CEO, 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.

For more information on Cannabist locations, hours and menu availability in Ohio, visit https://oh.gocannabist.com/stores . For more information on The Cannabist Company visit https://cannabistcompany.com/.

About The Cannabist Company (f/k/a 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 U.S. 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 multi-state 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. For more information, please visit www.cannabistcompany.com.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain statements that constitute "forward-looking information" or "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws and reflect the Company's current expectations regarding future events. Forward-looking statements or information contained in this release include, but are not limited to, statements or information with respect to the Company's ability to execute on retail, wholesale, brand and product initiatives in Ohio. These forward-looking statements or information, which although considered reasonable by the Company, may prove to be incorrect and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking information. In addition, security holders should review the risk factors discussed under "Risk Factors" in Columbia Care's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, as filed with Canadian and U.S. securities regulatory authorities and described from time to time in subsequent documents filed with applicable securities regulatory authorities.

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