This news release constitutes a “designated news release” for the purposes of HEXO’s prospectus supplement dated May 2, 2022 to its short form base shelf prospectus dated May 7, 2021 and amended and restated on May 25, 2021.

GATINEAU, Quebec, Dec. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HEXO Corp. (TSX: HEXO; NASDAQ: HEXO) ("HEXO" or the “Company”), a leading producer of high-quality cannabis products, today announced that it has repaid the total outstanding principal amount of the Company’s 8% unsecured convertible debentures issued December 5, 2019, which matured on December 5, 2022 in the amount of C$40.14 million together with all accrued and unpaid interest.

“Repaying this debt marks a key milestone as we continue to build investor confidence,” said Charlie Bowman, CEO of HEXO. “Over the past six months, our aggressive cost cutting strategy has reduced our overall debt and improved our balance sheet, positioning HEXO for sustainable growth and long-term financial success."

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About HEXO Corp.
HEXO is an award-winning licensed producer of innovative products for the global cannabis market. HEXO serves the Canadian recreational market with a brand portfolio including HEXO, Redecan, UP Cannabis, Original Stash, 48North, Trail Mix, Bake Sale and Latitude brands, and the medical market in Canada and Israel. With the completion of HEXO's acquisitions of Redecan and 48North, HEXO is a leading cannabis products company in Canada by recreational market share. For more information, please visit hexocorp.com.

For HEXO media or investor inquiries please contact:
Hayley Suchanek, Kaiser & Partners
hayley.suchanek@kaiserpartners.com