SMITHS FALLS, ON, Jan. 19, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ - Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC or the Company) (TSXV: CGC) today announced that it has reluctantly accepted Dr. Steven Small's resignation from its Board of Directors citing time constraints. Dr. Small will continue as an ad hoc advisor to the Company's CEO and Chairman, Mr. Bruce Linton.

The Board thanks Dr. Small for his contributions to date as the Company continues to position itself as a leader in the fast-paced Canadian cannabis industry.

Here's to Future Growth.

SOURCE Canopy Growth Corporation

For further information: Jordan Sinclair, Communications Manager, Canopy Growth Corporation, [email protected], 855.558.9333 ex 309