Scythian Biosciences Announces Director Resignation

Biotech & MedTech, Food, Health & Wellness

July 26, 2018 (Source) — Scythian Biosciences Corp. (to be renamed Sol Global Investments Corp.) (the “Company” or “Scythian”) (TSXV:SCYB) (Frankfurt:9SB) (OTC – Nasdaq Intl:SCCYF) today announced that Mr. George Scorsis has resigned from its board of directors, and that Rob Reid has been appointed Interim Chairman.

George Scorsis said: “It’s been a great pleasure to help guide Scythian on its journey to becoming the global cannabis player it is today, and I have no doubt the company will continue to make great strides in its research and expansion efforts. I will be leaving with nothing but appreciation and admiration for my colleagues, and a deep respect for all that Scythian has achieved. I look forward to focussing on the rapid growth of Liberty Health Sciences and to guiding it through the swiftly changing regulatory landscape in which Liberty will continue its path to becoming a leader in the U.S. through strategic expansion and an unwavering focus on the patient.”

Rob Reid said: “We thank George for his significant contributions to Scythian. He has always embodied the highest level of integrity while also ensuring that Scythian continued to deliver on the expectations of the shareholders. He has laid the solid foundation we will build upon as we move forward, and we wish him success as he and the Liberty team continue to develop in the U.S. as a dominant player.”

The Company will be announcing further material news and the trading halt will remain in place until after that announcement.

About Scythian Biosciences Corp.

Scythian is an international cannabis company with a focus on the world’s leading markets outside of Canada. Its fast tracked growth has come through a number of strategic investments and regional partnerships in cultivation, distribution and branded products across Europe, United States, South America and the Caribbean. These significant endeavors complement the company’s R&D partnerships with some of the world’s leading universities. It is this comprehensive approach that is positioning Scythian as a future global frontrunner in the medical cannabis industry.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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