CHAMPIGNON BRANDS APPOINTS CHRISTOPHER HOBBS AS INTERIM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (December 8, 2020) – Champignon Brands Inc. (the “Company”), (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF), today announced that Christopher Hobbs will join the Company as Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective December 8, 2020. Stephen Brohman, the Company’s current contract CFO, has resigned from the position, effective December 7, 2020.

Mr. Brohman has agreed to assist the Company in order to ensure a smooth transition to a new fulltime CFO and the company appreciates Mr. Brohman’s cooperation in that regard.

Mr. Hobbs’ appointment is pending the recruitment and appointment of a full-time CFO as the Company announced on November 24, 2020.

Christopher Hobbs has acted as CFO for several public and private companies operating in the resource, health sciences and technology sectors. Mr. Hobbs is a member of the Chartered Accountants of Ontario and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from the Schulich School of Business at York University.

Dr. Roger McIntyre, Chief Executive Officer, Champignon Brands said, “Chris brings a depth of experience and expertise relevant to Champignon Brands at this critical time.”

Mr. Hobbs acknowledged Champignon Brands goal to become a global leader in breakthrough treatment for depression and other mental health conditions, noting “the priority now is to work diligently to complete the BCSC continuous disclosure review.”

Champignon Brands Inc. (https://braxiascientific.com) is a research-driven Company specializing in breakthrough ketamine treatment for depression, and other mental health conditions and its suicidal implications as well as delivery platforms for other health products. The Company works closely with subsidiaries that include AltMed Capital Corp. (“AltMed). The Canadian Rapid Treatment Center of Excellence is wholly owned by AltMed.

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CHAMPIGNON BRANDS UPDATES INVESTORS ON CHANGES AT THE TOP

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (November 24, 2020) – Champignon Brands Inc. (the “Company”), (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF), announced today that the Company’s management and governance is undergoing comprehensive change at the top that will extend to the Company’s practices.

In today’s update the Company announces a series of moves now underway as a basis for emphasized priorities on transparency, full and accurate public reporting plus operational readiness to meet the accelerating, pandemic-drive demand for its clinical services.

In this light, the Company reminds investors it is now led by a new Board Chair and CEO and new Vice-Chair, both announced previously (see news release dated October 5, 2020).  Other changes underway include the following:

  • The Company is now actively recruiting a new Chief Financial Officer, Chief General Counsel, and Senior Vice President – Investor and Public Communications.
  • The Company intends to expand its board with additional outside directors to be drawn from business and science.
  • The Company has accepted the resignation of Gareth Birdsall, director, effective November 23, 2020.
  • The Company has re-designed its website to facilitate proper access to current information by investors and the wider public.

The current Board of Directors consists of Dr. Roger McIntyre, Chair and CEO; Bill Wilkerson, Vice-Chair; Matt Fish, President and Secretary; and Jerry Habuda.

Champignon Brands Inc. (https://braxiascientific.com) is a research-driven Company specializing in breakthrough ketamine treatment for depression, and other mental health conditions and its suicidal implications as well as delivery platforms for other health products. The Company works closely with subsidiaries that include AltMed Capital Corp. (“AltMed”), Novo Formulations Ltd., Artisan Growers Ltd., and Tassili Life Sciences Corp. The Canadian Rapid Treatment Center of Excellence is wholly owned by AltMed. 

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CANADIAN RAPID TREATMENT CENTER OF EXCELLENCE OPENS SECOND LOCATION

Clinic effectively addresses the unmet need of depression and suicide

Mississauga, Ontario – Monday, November 9, 2020 – The Canadian Rapid Treatment Center of Excellence (the “CRTCE”) announces today the opening of a new clinic in downtown Toronto. Both the existing Mississauga clinic and newly opened Toronto clinic (the “CRTCE Clinics”) address the unmet need of depression and suicide through novel ketamine therapy treatment.

“These CRTCE Clinics address the unmet need of depression and suicide,” said Dr. Joshua Rosenblat, Medical Director, CRTCE. “Ketamine therapy is highly effective in treating people with severe depression where other treatments have proven to be ineffective. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for effective treatment have become exponentially critical.”

The first of its kind in Canada, the CRTCE multidisciplinary outpatient clinical research facility has specialized in providing breakthrough rapid onset treatments for depression, including but not limited to intravenous ketamine and intranasal esketamine. These therapies aid patients suffering from several treatment-resistant conditions such as major depressive disorder and/or bipolar disorder.

“In just two and a half years we have administered more than 2000 infusions for over 300 patients. Many of these patients have experienced substantial relief for what often can be debilitating depression and suicidal thinking,” said Kevin Kratiuk, Vice President of Operations, CRTCE. “Many of our patients regain their quality of life, their families, and their livelihood”.

To obtain treatment, patients must be referred to one of the CRTCE Clinics by family physicians, psychiatrists, or nurse practitioners. Patients with PTSD and OCD are considered on a case by case basis. Kratiuk continued, “The additional clinic will expand our capacity to help significantly more people affected by depression”.

The new Toronto clinic is located at Avenue and Dupont in Toronto. “The opening of our second CRTCE site in Ontario provides an opportunity for us to address the suffering associated with depression and provide patients a hopeful and innovative treatment avenue. Moreover, our second center represents a venue for us to conduct ongoing research on new treatments for depression to improve the quality of patient’s lives affected by these common and debilitating disorders in Canada,” said Dr. Roger McIntyre, CEO Champignon Brands Inc., Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology University of Toronto.

Background

Founded in July 2018, Canadian Rapid Treatment Center of Excellence (CRTCE) (https://www.crtce.com/) is an all-Canadian company operating two clinics in the Greater Toronto Area. Along with companies AltMed Capital Corp. and Apotheosis Scientific, CRTCE provides a platform for treatment development identification of and implementation breakthrough derivatives of ketamine and psychedelics, and innovative delivery platforms for the purpose of treating medical disorders like depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as substance and alcohol use disorder.

The CRTCE’s Intravenous Ketamine Infusion Therapy aims to aid those suffering from several treatment-resistant conditions. The clinic provides a comfortable environment focused on the safety and success of each individual patient.

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CHAMPIGNON BRANDS PROVIDES UPDATE ON CONTINUOUS DISCLOSURE REVIEW

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (October 29, 2020) – Champignon Brands Inc. (“Champignon” or the “Company”) (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) continues to work diligently with the British Columbia Securities Commission (the “Commission”) to address the ongoing continuous disclosure review and to coordinate the revocation of the existing cease trade order. The Company will provide guidance on definitive timing for revocation as soon as possible.

The Company has submitted all requested documentation to the Commission in connection with the review of financial statements of AltMed Capital Corp. (“AltMed”) for the period ended June 30, 2020, and subject to review by the Commission expects to move forward with the finalization and public filing of these statements in short order.

Continuous Disclosure Review History

On June 19, 2020, the Company was notified by the Commission that it would be subject to a continuous disclosure review. Such reviews are conducted by the Commission for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the continuous disclosure obligations imposed by applicable Canadian securities laws. In the case of the Company, this review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020 and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding acquisitions completed by the Company since that time.

In connection with the review, on June 19, 2020, the Commission issued a cease trade order suspending trading in the securities of the Company pending the filing of Business Acquisition Reports in connection with the acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp. As a result of the cease trade order, trading in the common shares of the Company was suspended on the Canadian Securities Exchange.

The Business Acquisition Reports were filed by the Company on July 21, 2020, during which time the Company continued to work with the Commission to address comments received in the course of the disclosure review. As a result of the filing of the Business Acquisition Reports, on August 26, 2020, the Commission revoked the cease trade order previously issued on June 19, 2020. Concurrently with the revocation, the Commission issued a replacement cease trade order (the “Replacement Order”), pending the filing of a revised material change report (the “Material Change Report”) in connection with the acquisition by the Company of AltMed.

Prior to finalization of a revised Material Change Report, the Company is required to finalize the accounting treatment for the acquisition of AltMed, which includes compiling the financial statements of AltMed for the six-month period ended June 30, 2020 to meet disclosure requirements.

On October 27, 2020, the Commission issued an additional cease trade order pending the filing of the interim financial statements of the Company for the period ended June 30, 2020 (the “October Order”).

The October Order is not expected to effect the review process or timing for the resumption of trading of the common shares of the Company as the reports required to be filed to satisfy the Replacement Order will address the outstanding items in the October Order.

For further clarity, the Company anticipates that the Replacement Order and the October Order will be revoked at the same time.  The Company is working diligently with the Commission to ensure that the revocation of both the Replacement Order and October Order occur as soon as possible.

For more information on Champignon Brands Inc. please visit our website:  https://braxiascientific.com.

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DR. ROGER MCINTYRE ELECTED BOARD CHAIR OF CHAMPIGNON BRANDS INC.

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (October 5, 2020) – Dr. Roger McIntyre has been elected Chairman of the Board of Directors of Champignon Brands Inc. (“Champignon” or the “Company”) (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF).

A foremost international expert in depression and suicide, Dr. McIntyre is a Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology at the University of Toronto, heads the Mood Disorders Unit at the University Health Network in Toronto and has appointments among scientific and clinical organizations across the US and Asia.

Dr. McIntyre was appointed to the Board of Directors of Champignon on July 22, 2020 and assumed the role of CEO on May 11, 2020.  He has set out a strategic direction for the business which includes a focus on “breakthrough treatments of depression” through the development of government-approved ketamine compounds and a network of treatment clinics. The Company’s dual mission is to help those suffering from mental health disorders in its own ketamine-based clinics and to develop the next generation of novel psychedelic treatments and delivery systems.

The Company continues to work with the British Columbia Securities Commission to address the ongoing continuous disclosure review and is confident that the review will be resolved soon.

Bill Wilkerson, LL. D. (Hon), appointed to the Board of Directors of Champignon on May 22, 2020, has been elected Vice-Chair of the Board, bringing to the position extensive experience in business, government, and mental health.

For more information on Champignon Brands Inc. please visit our website:  https://braxiascientific.com.

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CHAMPIGNON PROVIDES UPDATE ON DISCLOSURE REVIEW

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, September 15, 2020 – Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) (the “Company”) continues to work with the British Columbia Securities Commission (the “Commission”) to address an ongoing continuous disclosure review.  Since the review was commenced, the Company has arranged for:

  • Filing of business acquisition reports (collectively, the “Business Acquisition Reports”) in connection with the acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp.
  • Revocation of the initial cease trade order issued by the Commission on June 19, 2020.
  • Preparation of financial disclosure in connection with the acquisition of AltMed Capital Corp. (“AltMed”). Compilation of the statements is at an advanced stage, and the Company expects this work to be concluded shortly.

Continuous Disclosure Review

On June 19, 2020, the Company was notified by the Commission that it would be subject to a continuous disclosure review.  Such reviews are conducted by the Commission for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the continuous disclosure obligations imposed by applicable Canadian securities laws.  In the case of the Company, this review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020 and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding acquisitions completed by the Company since that time.

In connection with the review, on June 19, 2020, the Commission issued a cease trade order suspending trading in the securities of the Company pending the filing of Business Acquisition Reports in connection with the acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp.  As a result of the cease trade order, trading in the common shares of the Company was suspended on the Canadian Securities Exchange.

The Business Acquisition Reports were filed by the Company on July 21, 2020, during which time the Company continued to work with the Commission to address comments received in the course of the disclosure review.  As a result of the filing of the Business Acquisition Reports, on August 26, 2020, the Commission revoked the cease trade order previously issued on June 19, 2020.  Concurrently with the revocation, the Commission issued a replacement cease trade order (the “Replacement Order”), pending the filing of a revised material change report (the “Material Change Report”) in connection with the acquisition by the Company of AltMed.

The Company previously filed a Material Change Report on May 11, 2020, in connection with the acquisition of AltMed.  The Replacement Order will remain in effect until a revised Material Change Report is filed which contains the disclosure required for a restructuring transaction in accordance with National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations.

Prior to finalization of a revised Material Change Report, the Company is required to finalize the accounting treatment for the acquisition of AltMed.  The Company has concluded, in discussions with its external auditor and accounting advisors, that the acquisition of AltMed should be treated as a reverse-takeover in accordance with IFRS 3 – Business Combinations.  As a result of this conclusion, AltMed is treated as the acquiror for accounting purposes and the Company is in the process of compiling the financial statements of AltMed for the six-month period ended June 30, 2020 to meet disclosure requirements.  Compilation of the statements is at an advanced stage, and the Company expects this work to be concluded shortly.

The Company remains committed to working with the Commission to assist in completion of the review and revocation of the Replacement Order in a timely fashion.  Compliance with its continuous disclosure obligations remains of paramount importance to the Company, and its board of directors, and the Company will continue to update shareholders as work with the Commission progresses.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Roger McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer
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CHAMPIGNON TO BEGIN OFFERING ESKETAMINE TREATMENT FOR ADULTS WITH MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER AT THE CANADIAN RAPID TREATMENT CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, August 27, 2020 – Champignon Brands Inc. (CSE: SHRM) (the “Company” or “Champignon”) is expanding its rapid-onset treatment service for major depressive disorder (“MDD”).  Champignon will offer esketamine for the treatment of adults with MDD at its flagship clinic starting in September 2020. Ketamine was declared a breakthrough treatment for depression by the US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”). In May 2020, Health Canada approved esketamine for the treatment of MDD.

Champignon’s clinic, the Canadian Rapid Treatment Centre of Excellence (the “CRTCE”) is Canada’s first multidisciplinary community clinic offering rapid-onset treatments for depression and is expected to be the first of its kind to provide this novel treatment for depression in Canada. The CRTCE is located in Mississauga, Ontario.

Depression is a leading cause of reduced income in Canada due to workplace disability: adults with MDD lose almost one month of work per year.[1] Furthermore, depression, when co-occurring with heart disease, diabetes and other major chronic conditions, can worsen the course of these conditions and raise the risk for premature death.2

“The availability of esketamine at the CRTCE provides tremendous opportunity for adults across Canada affected by treatment-resistant depression to receive an effective, well-tolerated treatment. Moreover, this novel treatment works relatively faster than most conventional treatments for depression,” commented Dr. Roger McIntyre, Champignon’s Chief Executive Officer. “Esketamine has also been observed to help people with MDD when conventional treatments have been insufficient. This provides hope for people affected by MDD to have their symptoms improved and begin to function better again in their lives.”

Continuous Disclosure Review

As a further update, the Company continues to work with the British Columbia Securities Commission (“BCSC”) to complete its continuous disclosure review. The review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020, and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding certain recent acquisitions completed by the Company. The Company continues to fully cooperate with the BCSC to assist in completion of the review in a timely fashion.

In connection with the review, on August 26, 2020, the BCSC revoked the cease trade order previously issued against the Company on June 19, 2020, following the filing of business acquisition reports in connection with the acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp.  Concurrently with the revocation, the BCSC issued a replacement order which will remain in effect pending the filing of an amended material change report in connection with the acquisition of AltMed Capital Corp.

Interim Financial Statements

The Company also announces it will rely on the blanket relief granted by the Alberta Securities Commission Blanket Order 51-517, Temporary Exemption from Certain Corporate Finance Requirements (“BO 51-517”), BC Instrument 51-515, Temporary Exemption from Certain Corporate Finance Requirements (“BCI 51-515”), and Ontario Instrument 51-502, Temporary Exemption from Certain Corporate Finance Requirements (“OI 51-502”), in respect of the filing of its interim financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2020, including the accompanying management’s discussion and analysis and related CEO and CFO certifications (collectively, the “Required Filings”).

The Company is working to complete the Required Filings, and addressed comments raised by the BCSC in the course of their disclosure review, within the time period of the extension.  In the interim, all shareholders, including members of the Company’s management and other insiders are subject to a cease trade order issued by the BCSC.  The Company confirms that since the filing of its interim consolidated financial statements for the period ended March 31, 2020, there have been no material developments other than those disclosed through news releases or through disclosure filings completed by the Company on SEDAR (www.sedar.com).

[1] The effect of bipolar I disorder and major depressive disorder on workforce function

McIntyre, R S, MD, FRCPC;Wilkins, K, MSc;Gilmour, H, MA;Soczynska, J K, HBSc;Konarksi, J Z, MSc;M… Chronic Diseases in Canada; 2008; 28, 3

2Economic and humanistic burden associated with noncommunicable diseases among adults with depression and anxiety in the United States. Armbrecht E., Shah A., Schepman P., Shah R., Pappadopulos E., Chambers R., Stephens J., Haider S., McIntyre R. S. J Med Econ. 2020;1-11

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Dr. Roger McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer
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CHAMPIGNON ANNOUNCES FILING OF BUSINESS ACQUISITION REPORTS AND APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 24, 2020 – Champignon Brands Inc. (“Champignon” or the “Company”) (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) is pleased to announce it has filed business acquisition reports in connection with its previous acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp. Copies of the reports are available for review under the Company’s profile on SEDAR (www.sedar.com).

The filings are part of Champignon’s commitment to work with the British Columbia Securities Commission to complete its previously announced disclosure review in a timely fashion. The review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020, and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding recent acquisitions completed by the Company.

Champignon also announces it has appointed Dr. Roger McIntyre, Champignon CEO, to its Board of Directors. Dr. McIntyre’s appointment will replace Pat McCutcheon’s position as a director of the Company. Mr. McCutcheon will remain with the Company in an advisory capacity, which will permit him increased mobility to assist the Company with ongoing and planned capital markets initiatives.

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Dr. Roger McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer
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CHAMPIGNON PROVIDES CORPORATE UPDATE

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 13, 2020 – Champignon Brands Inc. (“Champignon” or the “Company”) (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) announces the following corporate updates:

BCSC Continuous Disclosure Review

The Company continues to work with the British Columbia Securities Commission (the “Commission”) to complete its continuous disclosure review.  The review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020, and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding certain recent acquisitions completed by the Company.  The Company will continue to fully cooperate with the Commission to assist in completion of the review in a timely fashion.

Corporate Rebranding & Spin Out

In June 2020, the Company’s board of directors considered options for realizing additional value for the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) pillar of its business and contemplated a reorganization that would result in the spinout of this business into a new reporting issuer.  The board of directors has determined that this is not a suitable transaction to undertake at this stage and will not be proceeding with the contemplated reorganization and spinout.

The Company also clarifies that its previously announced intention to undertake a corporate rebranding, and to change its name did not result from any specific transaction undertaken by the Company.  At this time, the board of directors has resolved not to proceed with the corporate rebranding and name change. The board of directors continues to review options for marketing and branding of the Company to represent its CPG, research and clinical business channels but has no plans to execute on any such initiatives in the near term.

Wellness Clinic of Orange County Inc.

The Company announces that the term sheet entered into with the Wellness Clinic of Orange County Inc. has been terminated, and the Company will not be proceeding with the proposed transaction at this time.  The Company did not assume any ongoing liabilities or obligations in connection with the termination of the term sheet.

AltMed Capital Corp.

The Company also announces that it will rely on the temporary relief granted pursuant to British Columbia Instrument 51-517 (Temporary Exemption from Certain Corporate Finance Requirements with Deadlines during the Period from June 2 to August 31, 2020) in respect of the filing of a business acquisition report (“BAR”) in connection with its acquisition of AltMed Capital Corp. (“AltMed”).  A BAR in connection with the acquisition of AltMed would otherwise be due on July 13, 2020, based on the timeframe prescribed by National Instrument 51-102 (Continuous Disclosure Obligations), and is now expected to be filed no later than August 27, 2020.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Roger McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer
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Except for statements of historic fact, this news release contains certain “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as “plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions “may” or “will” occur. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates at the date the statements are made, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements including, but not limited to delays or uncertainties with regulatory approvals, including that of the CSE. There are uncertainties inherent in forward-looking information, including factors beyond the Company’s control. There are no assurances that the business plans for Champignon Brands described in this news release will come into effect on the terms or time frame described herein. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information if circumstances or management’s estimates or opinions should change except as required by law. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Additional information identifying risks and uncertainties that could affect financial results is contained in the Company’s filings with Canadian securities regulators, which are available at www.sedar.com.

CHAMPIGNON ANNOUNCES REGULATORY REVIEW

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 22, 2020 – Champignon Brands Inc. (“Champignon” or the “Company”) (CSE: SHRM) (FWB: 496) (OTCQB: SHRMF) announces that it has been selected for a continuous disclosure review by the British Columbia Securities Commission (the “Commission”).  The review relates to the Company’s disclosure obligations since it became a reporting issuer on February 6, 2020 and includes a review of the disclosure surrounding certain recent acquisitions completed by the Company.

“With the recent growth and interest in our industry, ensuring our disclosure obligations are satisfied is at the forefront of our attention.  Ensuring fulsome and timely disclosure is vital to the success of our Company, and development of our industry with the investing public.  We look forward to working with staff of the British Columbia Securities Commission to complete their review, and are hopeful that trading will resume as soon as possible,” commented Dr. Roger McIntyre, Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

In connection with the review, the Commission has issued a cease trade order suspending trading in the securities of the Company pending the filing of business acquisition reports by the Company in connection with the acquisitions of Artisan Growers Ltd., Novo Formulations Ltd. and Tassili Life Sciences Corp.  As a result of the cease trade order, trading in the common shares of the Company has been suspended on the Canadian Securities Exchange.

The Company will fully cooperate with the Commission, to assist in completion of the review and revocation of the cease trade order in a timely fashion.  The Company will provide further information regarding the status of the review, and the suspension of trading, as it becomes available.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Roger McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer
E: info@braxiascientific.com

FOR INVESTOR INQUIRIES:

Champignon Brands | Storyboard Communications
Investor Relations, Toronto, Canada
Investor Line:  +1 (833) 375-9995 x611
E: champignonbrands@storyboardcommunications.com

FOR CHAMPIGNON BRANDS FRENCH INQUIRIES:
Remy Scalabrini, Maricom Inc.
E: rs@maricom.ca
T: (888) 585-MARI

The CSE and Information Service Provider have not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the accuracy or adequacy of this release.

Forward-looking Information Cautionary Statement

Except for statements of historic fact, this news release contains certain “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as “plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions “may” or “will” occur. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates at the date the statements are made, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements including, but not limited to delays or uncertainties with regulatory approvals, including that of the CSE. There are uncertainties inherent in forward-looking information, including factors beyond the Company’s control. There are no assurances that the business plans for Champignon Brands described in this news release will come into effect on the terms or time frame described herein. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information if circumstances or management’s estimates or opinions should change except as required by law. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Additional information identifying risks and uncertainties that could affect financial results is contained in the Company’s filings with Canadian securities regulators, which are available at www.sedar.com.