Exhibit 99.2

 

 

 

 

Ayr Wellness Inc.

(Formerly Ayr Strategies Inc.)

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS

FOR THE THREE AND NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 AND 2020

(EXPRESSED IN UNITED STATES DOLLARS)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Introduction

 

The following management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) of the financial condition and results of the operations of Ayr Wellness Inc. (formerly Ayr Strategies Inc.) (“Ayr”, “the Company”, “we”, “our” or “us”) constitutes management’s review of the factors that affected the Company’s financial and operating performance for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021. This discussion should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Quarterly Report, the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 (the “interim financial statements”). Results are reported in United States dollars, unless otherwise noted. In the opinion of management, all adjustments (which consist only of normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary for a fair presentation have been included. The interim financial statements and the financial information contained in this MD&A were prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). Further information about the Company and its operations can be obtained on www.sedar.com.

 

The effective date of this MD&A is November 19, 2021.

 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information

 

Certain statements in this MD&A are forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including, but not limited to, those statements relating to the Company and their financial capacity and availability of capital and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based upon certain material factors, assumptions, and analyses that were applied in drawing a conclusion or making a forecast or projection, including experience of the Company, as applicable, and perception of historical trends, current conditions, and expected future developments, as well as other factors that are believed to be reasonable in the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are provided for the purpose of presenting information about management’s current expectations and plans relating to the future and readers are cautioned that such statements may not be appropriate for other purposes. These statements may include, without limitation, statements regarding the operations, business, financial condition, expected financial results, performance, prospects, opportunities, priorities, targets, goals, ongoing objectives, strategies, and outlook of the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or include words such as “pro forma”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “plans”, “believes”, “estimates”, “intends”, “targets”, “projects”, “forecasts”, “seeks”, “likely” or negative versions thereof and other similar expressions, or future or conditional verbs such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “would” and “could”.

 

By their nature, forward-looking statements are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may be general or specific and which give rise to the possibility that expectations, forecasts, predictions, projections, or conclusions will not prove to be accurate, that assumptions may not be correct, and that objectives, strategic goals and priorities will not be achieved. A variety of material factors, many of which are beyond the parties’ control, could affect operations, business, financial condition, performance, and results of the parties that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations of estimated or anticipated events or results. These factors include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

·the extent of the impact of the novel strain of coronavirus (“COVID-19”), including government and/or regulatory responses to the outbreak;

 

·assumptions and expectations described in the Company’s critical accounting policies and estimates;

 

·the adoption and impact of certain accounting pronouncements;

 

·the number of users of cannabis or the size of the regulated cannabis market in the United States;

 

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·the potential time frame for the implementation of legislation to legalize and regulate medical or adult-use cannabis (and the consumer products derived from each of the foregoing) in the United States, and the potential form the legislation and regulations will take;

 

·the Company’s future financial and operating performance and anticipated profitability;

 

·future performance, results and terms of strategic initiatives, strategic agreements and supply agreements;

 

·the market for the Company’s current and proposed products and services, as well as the Company’s ability to capture market share;

 

·the benefits and applications of the Company’s products and services and expected sales thereof;

 

·development of affiliated brands, product diversification and future corporate development;

 

·anticipated investment in and results of research and development;

 

·inventory and production capacity, including discussions of plans or potential for expansion of capacity at existing or new facilities;

 

·future expenditures, strategic investments and capital activities;

 

·the competitive landscape in which the Company operates and the Company’s market expertise;

 

·the Company’s ability to secure further equity or debt financing, if required;

 

·consistent or increasing pricing of various cannabis products;

 

·the level of demand for cannabis products, including the Company’s and third-party products sold by the Company;

 

·the Company’s ability to mitigate risks relating to the cannabis industry, the larger economy, breaches of and unauthorized access to the Company’s systems and related cybersecurity risks, money laundering, costly litigation, and health pandemics;

 

·the ability to gain appropriate regulatory approvals for announced acquisitions in the timeframe anticipated;

 

·the application for additional licenses and the grant of licenses or renewals of existing licenses that have been applied for;

 

·the rollout of new dispensaries, including the number of planned dispensaries to be opened in the future and the timing and location in respect of the same, and related forecasts;

 

·the Company’s ability to hit anticipated development targets of cultivation and production projects;

 

·the ability to successfully integrate recent acquisitions;

 

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·the ability to develop the Company’s brand and meet growth objectives;

 

·the risk related to limited market data and difficulty to forecast results;

 

·the concentrated voting control of the Company;

 

·market volatility and the risks associated with selling of substantial amount of Subordinate Shares;

 

·product liability claims related to the products the Company cultivates, produces, and sells; and

 

·other events or conditions that may occur in the future.

 

In making these statements, in addition to those described above and elsewhere herein, the parties have made assumptions with respect to expected cash provided by continuing operations, future capital expenditures, including the amount and nature thereof, trends and developments in the industry, business strategy and outlook, expansion and growth of business and operations, accounting policies, credit risks, anticipated acquisitions, opportunities available to or pursued by the parties, and other matters.

 

Management’s Definition and Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures

 

Management reports certain non-GAAP measures that are used to evaluate the performance of such businesses and the performance of their respective segments, as well as to manage their capital structure. As non-GAAP measures generally do not have a standardized meaning, they may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. Securities regulations require such measures to be clearly defined and reconciled with their most directly comparable GAAP measure.

 

The Company references non-GAAP measures, including cannabis industry metrics, in this document and elsewhere. These are provided as additional information to complement those GAAP measures by providing further understanding of the results of the operations of the Company from management’s perspective. Accordingly, these measures should not be considered in isolation, nor as a substitute for analysis of the Company’s financial information reported under GAAP. Non-GAAP measures used to analyze the performance of the Company include “Adjusted EBITDA” and “Adjusted Gross Profit”.

 

The Company believes that these non-GAAP financial measures may be useful to investors because they allow for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by management in its financial and operational decision-making. These financial measures are intended to highlight trends in the Company’s core businesses that may not otherwise be apparent when solely relying on the GAAP measures.

 

Adjusted EBITDA

 

“Adjusted EBITDA” represents (loss) income from operations, as reported, before interest and tax, adjusted to exclude non-recurring items, other non-cash items, including depreciation and amortization, and further adjusted to remove non-cash stock-based compensation, the accounting for the incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in a business combination, acquisition related costs, and start-up costs.

 

Adjusted Gross Profit

 

“Adjusted Gross Profit” represents gross profit, as reported, adjusted to exclude the accounting for the incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in a business combination, interest, depreciation and amortization, and start-up costs.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Reconciliations are provided elsewhere in this MD&A.

 

Description of Business

 

Ayr is a vertically integrated cannabis multi-state operator in the U.S., with cannabis operations in Massachusetts, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Florida, Arizona, New Jersey, and Ohio. Through its operating companies, Ayr is a leading cultivator, manufacturer, and retailer of cannabis products and branded cannabis packaged goods. The Company was previously a special purpose acquisition corporation (“SPAC”) which was incorporated for the purpose of effecting an acquisition of one or more businesses or assets, by way of a merger, amalgamation, arrangement, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or any other similar business combination involving the Company, referred to as the Company’s “Qualifying Transaction”. The Company prepares its segment reporting on the same basis that its chief operating decision maker manages the business and makes operating decisions. The Company has one operating segment, cannabis sales. Operating segments will be further analyzed and are subject to future change.

 

The Company is a reporting issuer in the United States and Canada. The Company’s subordinate, restricted, and limited voting shares (“Subordinate Shares”) are trading on the Canadian Stock Exchange (the “CSE”), under the symbol “AYR.A”. The Company’s Subordinate Shares are also trading on the Over-the-Counter Market (“OTC”) in the United States under the symbol “AYRWF”. The Company originally traded on the OTC under the symbol “AYRSF”, however, that changed on December 4, 2020 to “AYRWF”. The Company’s warrants (“Warrants”) and rights (“Rights”) were trading on the CSE under the symbols “AYR.WT” and “AYR.RT”, however, they stopped trading on September 30, 2021 and May 24, 2021, respectively.

 

History of the Company

 

The Company was incorporated on July 31, 2017 under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) and continued on May 24, 2019 into British Columbia under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) in connection with its Qualifying Transaction. The registered office of the Company is located at 666 Burrard Street, Suite 1700, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2X8. The head office of the Company is located at 2601 South Bayshore Drive, Suite 900, Miami, FL, 33133.

 

On September 12, 2018, the Company incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary in Nevada, United States, named CSAC Holdings Inc., to facilitate the proposed Qualifying Transaction. On September 17, 2018, CSAC Holdings Inc. incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary in Nevada, United States, named CSAC Acquisition Inc. (“CSAC AcquisitionCo”).

 

On May 24, 2019, the Company completed its Qualifying Transaction of the target businesses of Washoe Wellness, LLC (“Washoe”), The Canopy NV, LLC (“Canopy”), Sira Naturals, Inc. (“Sira”), LivFree Wellness, LLC (“LivFree”) and CannaPunch of Nevada LLC (“CannaPunch”), which collectively constituted its Qualifying Transaction (collectively, the “Qualifying Transaction”). The Company was deemed to be the accounting acquirer in the Qualifying Transaction.

 

Business combinations and asset acquisitions

 

Each of the acquisitions are subject to specific terms relating to the satisfaction of the purchase price by the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, and incorporates payments in cash, shares, and debt as well as certain contingent considerations. The shares issued as consideration are either Subordinate Shares or non-voting exchangeable shares of the Company’s subsidiaries (“Exchangeable Shares”) that are exchangeable on a one-for-one basis into an equal number of Subordinate Shares of the Company. The Company treats the Exchangeable Shares as options with a value equal to a share of Subordinate Shares, which represents the holder’s claim on the equity of the Company. The Company has presented these Exchangeable Shares as a part of shareholders’ equity within these interim financial statements due to (i) the fact that they are economically equivalent to the Company’s publicly traded Subordinate Shares (ii) the holders of the Exchangeable Shares are subject to restrictions on transfer under United States securities laws, but may dispose of the Exchangeable Shares through the CSE by exchanging them for Subordinate Shares of the Company. Changes in these assumptions would affect the presentation of the Exchangeable Shares from shareholders’ equity to non-controlling interests; however, there would be no impact on (loss) earnings per share.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

The goodwill recognized on acquisitions is attributable mainly to the expected future growth potential and expanded customer base arising as a result of the completion of the respective acquisition. Goodwill has been allocated to the reporting units corresponding to the states of the acquired businesses. None of the goodwill is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. For further analysis on goodwill relating to business combinations, see Note 7 on the interim financial statements. All the acquisitions noted below were accounted for in accordance with ASC 805.

 

2021 Third Quarter Acquisitions

 

Business combination

 

On September 15, 2021, the Company completed its acquisition of GSD NJ LLC (“Garden State Dispensary” or “GSD”) through a membership interest purchase agreement.

 

Asset Acquisition

 

On July 1, 2021, the company completed its acquisitions of Eskar Holdings, LLC, (“Eskar”) through a membership interest purchase agreement. Collectively, the GSD and Eskar acquisitions are referred to as the “Q3 2021 Acquisitions”.

 

The details of the purchase consideration consist of cash, debt, Exchangeable Shares, and contingent consideration.

 

Final valuations of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are not yet complete due to the inherent complexity associated with valuations and the short period of time between the acquisition date and the period end. Therefore, the purchase price allocation is preliminary and subject to adjustment on completion of the valuation process and analysis of resulting tax effects. Further changes may still be required as management works to finalize the valuation of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Differences between these provisional estimates and the final acquisition accounting may occur and these differences could have a material impact.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

The fair value of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the acquisition date are as follows:

 

   GSD   Eskar   Total 
   $   $   $ 
ASSETS ACQUIRED               
Cash   579,560    -    579,560 
Inventory   3,106,338    -    3,106,338 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   67,449    -    67,449 
Intangible assets   160,000,000    1,000,000    161,000,000 
Property, plant, and equipment   30,699,183    -    30,699,183 
Right-of-use assets - operating   13,234,034    -    13,234,034 
Deposits   515,202    -    515,202 
Total assets acquired at fair value   208,201,766    1,000,000    209,201,766 
                
LIABILITIES ASSUMED               
Trade payables   1,658,180    -    1,658,180 
Accrued liabilities   444,784    -    444,784 
Advance from related parties   22,750,176    -    22,750,176 
Deferred tax liabilities   -    -    - 
Lease liabilities - operating   13,025,508    -    13,025,508 
Debts payable   3,000,000    -    3,000,000 
Total liabilities assumed at fair value   40,878,648    -    40,878,648 
                
Goodwill   23,247,358    -    23,247,358 
                
Consideration transferred   190,570,476    1,000,000    191,570,476 

 

GSD Business Combination

 

GSD has three open dispensaries, the maximum allowed under its permit, at heavily trafficked highway locations throughout the central region of the state, as well as approximately 30,000 sq. ft. of operational cultivation and production facilities. An additional 75,000 sq. ft. of cultivation is under construction.

 

Purchase consideration was comprised of the following:

 

       Shares   Fair Value 
Cash    i         $41,774,630 
Debt Payable    ii          29,490,630 
Shares Issued    iii     1,511,334    29,744,216 
Contingent Consideration    iv          89,561,000 
                
Total        1,511,334   $190,570,476 

 

Pursuant to the terms of the Definitive Agreement (“GSD Agreement”), Ayr satisfied the purchase price of $190.6 million for GSD through the following:

 

i.$41.8 million of the GSD purchase price in the form of cash consideration;

 

ii.$29.5 million of the GSD purchase price in the form of a promissory note payable.

 

iii.$29.7 million of the GSD purchase price in the form of 1,511,334 Exchangeable Shares, these shares have contractual restrictions on their ability to be sold for four to twelve months (the “GSD Lock-Up Provision”).

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

iv.A portion of the GSD purchase price is derived from an earn-out provision, consisting of cash, a promissory note, and Exchangeable Shares, valued through a Monte-Carlo simulation, that may entitle the sellers to earn additional consideration if certain milestones are achieved, see Note 13 for more information.

 

Eskar Asset Acquisition

 

Pursuant to the agreements, the Company acquired rights to legally open and operate an adult-use cannabis licensed retail store along with the purchase of the property located in the Town of Watertown, Massachusetts.

 

As the Eskar acquisition did not meet the definition of a business according to ASC 805, and as such, it was recorded as an asset acquisition.

 

Purchase consideration for the acquisition was $1,000,000, paid in cash.

 

2021 First Quarter Acquisitions

 

Business combinations

 

On February 26, 2021, the Company completed its acquisition of 242 Cannabis LLC and DFMMJ Investments LLC (doing business as (“dba”) Liberty Health Sciences Florida Ltd.) (collectively referred to as “Liberty”) in a stock-for-stock combination. On March 23, 2021, the Company completed its acquisition of Blue Camo LLC dba Oasis (“Oasis”) through a membership interest purchase agreement. On March 31, 2021, the Company completed its acquisition of Ohio Medical Solutions, LLC (“Ohio Medical”) through an asset purchase agreement.

 

Asset acquisition

 

On March 30, 2021, the Company completed its acquisition of Greenlight Management, LLC (“Greenlight Management”) and Greenlight Holdings, LLC (“Greenlight Holdings”) through a membership purchase agreement. Greenlight Management has a management agreement with Parma Wellness, Center, LLC (“Parma”). Collectively, the Liberty, Oasis, Ohio Medical, and Parma acquisitions are referred to as the “Q1 2021 Acquisitions.”

 

The details of the purchase consideration consist of cash, debt, Subordinate Shares, Exchangeable Shares, contingent consideration, purchase consideration payable, and replacement options issued.

 

Final valuations of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are not yet complete due to the inherent complexity associated with valuations and the short period of time between the acquisition date and the period end. Therefore, the purchase price allocation is preliminary and subject to adjustment on completion of the valuation process and analysis of resulting tax effects. During the quarter, the Company revised the previously disclosed provisional amounts reflected in the interim financial statements for the three months ended September 30, 2021. Further changes may still be required as management works to finalize the valuation of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Differences between these provisional estimates and the final acquisition accounting may occur and these differences could have a material impact.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

The fair value of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the acquisition date are as follows:

 

   Liberty   Oasis   Parma   Ohio Medical   Total 
   $   $   $   $   $ 
ASSETS ACQUIRED                         
Cash   6,650,137    8,237,240    -    -    14,887,377 
Accounts receivable   -    26,125    -    6,362    32,487 
Inventory   47,420,390    10,388,851    -    313,076    58,122,317 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   817,824    463,825    -    85,474    1,367,123 
Intangible assets   270,000,000    220,000,000    13,255,000    11,739    503,266,739 
Property, plant, and equipment   56,745,883    10,898,530    3,910,000    493,239    72,047,652 
Right-of-use assets - operating   11,750,150    15,824,407    -    3,488,670    31,063,227 
Right-of-use assets - finance, net   378,992    13,095    -    -    392,087 
Deposits   619,377    166,200    -    252,000    1,037,577 
Total assets acquired at fair value   394,382,753    266,018,273    17,165,000    4,650,560    682,216,586 
                          
LIABILITIES ASSUMED                         
Trade payables   3,274,256    2,901,326    -    -    6,175,582 
Accrued liabilities   5,383,075    2,720,381    -    15,000    8,118,456 
Income tax payable   7,135,000    -    -    -    7,135,000 
Deferred tax liabilities   71,962,667    -    -    -    71,962,667 
Lease liabilities - operating   11,693,248    15,824,408    -    3,497,060    31,014,716 
Lease liabilities - finance   378,992    13,095    -    -    392,087 
Debts payable   7,479,389    -    -    -    7,479,389 
Accrued interest   153,057    -    -    -    153,057 
Total liabilities assumed at fair value   107,459,684    21,459,210    -    3,512,060    132,430,954 
                          
Goodwill   119,420,931    30,480,820    -    11,500    149,913,251 
                          
Consideration transferred   406,344,000    275,039,883    17,165,000    1,150,000    699,698,883 

 

Liberty Business Combination

 

Liberty is a vertically integrated cannabis company with cultivation, processor, transporter, and retail dispensary operations in Florida. Liberty owns a 387-acre cultivation campus in Gainesville, Florida with over 300,000 square feet of production facilities and operates dispensaries in the medical market.

 

Purchase consideration was comprised of the following:

 

       Shares   Fair Value 
Share Capital   i    12,670,958   $399,499,188 
Purchase Consideration Payable   ii    75,864   $2,391,895 
Replacement Options Issued   iii    248,412   $4,452,917 
                
Total        12,995,234   $406,344,000 

 

Pursuant to the terms of the Definitive Agreement (“Liberty Agreement”), Ayr satisfied the purchase price of $406.3 million for Liberty through the following:

 

i.$399.5 million of the Liberty purchase price in the form of 12,670,958 Subordinate Shares of the Company in a stock-for-stock combination. Liberty shareholders received 0.03683 Ayr shares for each Liberty share held;

 

ii.$2.4 million of the Liberty purchase price in the form of 75,864 Subordinate Shares were issued to dissenting shareholders who subsequently withdrew their dissent notices. On April 1, 2021, the dissenting Liberty shareholders received 0.03683 Ayr Subordinate Shares for each share held and the Company recognized a gain from fair value adjustment of $102,351, see Note 13; and

 

iii.$4.5 million of the Liberty purchase price in the form of 248,412 replacement options issued that were fully vested.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Oasis Business Combination

 

Oasis is a vertically integrated cannabis company with a cultivation, processing, and retail dispensary operations in Arizona. Oasis operates a 10,000 square foot cultivation and processing facility and has an 80,000 square foot cultivation facility under development. Oasis operates three dispensaries in both the adult-use and medical markets.

 

Purchase consideration was comprised of the following:

 

       Shares   Fair Value 
Cash   i        $9,732,751 
Debt Payable   ii         22,504,885 
Shares Issued   iii    4,570,434    125,187,247 
Contingent Consideration   iv         117,615,000 
                
Total        4,570,434   $275,039,883 

 

Pursuant to the terms of the Definitive Agreement (“Oasis Agreement”), Ayr satisfied the purchase price of $275.0 million for Oasis through the following:

 

i.$9.7 million of the Oasis purchase price in the form of cash consideration;

 

ii.$22.5 million of the Oasis purchase price in the form of promissory notes payable. The note is subjected to adjustment based on a final working capital adjustment;

 

iii.$125.2 million of the Oasis purchase price in the form of 4,570,434 Exchangeable Shares, that are exchangeable on a one-for-one basis into an equal number of Subordinate Shares of the Company. Two million of the Exchangeable Shares are held in escrow and may be payable upon the achievement of established cultivation targets at the facility under development. These shares have restrictions on their ability to be sold for six to eighteen months (the “Oasis Lock-Up Provision”); and

 

iv.A portion of the Oasis purchase price is derived from an earn-out provision, consisting of cash and Exchangeable Shares, valued through a Monte-Carlo simulation, that may entitle the sellers to earn additional consideration if certain milestones are achieved, see Note 13 for more information.

 

Parma Asset Acquisition

 

Greenlight Management operates on a 58,000 square foot facility in Parma, Ohio under a management agreement with Parma. Parma is a recipient of a Tier 1 Cultivator Provisional License in the medical cannabis market in Ohio. The land and building where the facility is located are owned by Greenlight Holdings.

 

As the Parma acquisition did not meet the definition of a business according to ASC 805, and as such, it was recorded as an asset acquisition. Purchase consideration for the acquisition was $17,165,000, paid in cash.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Ohio Medical Business Combination

 

Ohio Medical is a cannabis processor and manufacturer in the Ohio medical market with a 9,000 square foot medical marijuana processing facility that is licensed as part of the Ohio medical cannabis program.

 

Purchase consideration for the combination was $1,150,000, paid in cash.

 

2020 Fourth Quarter Acquisitions

 

On November 18, 2020, CSAC AcquisitionCo completed its acquisition of DocHouse, LLC (“DocHouse”) through a membership interest purchase agreement. On December 23, 2020, CSAC Acquisition PA, Corp (CSAC “PA”), a wholly-owned subsidiary in Nevada, United States, completed its acquisition of CannTech PA through a membership interest purchase agreement. Collectively, the DocHouse and CannTech PA acquisitions are referred to as the “Q4 2020 Acquisitions”.

 

The details of the purchase price consist of cash, debt, Subordinate Shares, and Exchangeable Shares.

 

The fair value of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed as of the acquisition date are as follows:

 

   DocHouse   CannTech PA   Total 
   $   $   $ 
ASSETS ACQUIRED               
Cash   -    2,383,373    2,383,373 
Inventory   -    254,342    254,342 
Prepaid expenses, deposits, and other current assets   -    525,989    525,989 
Intangible assets   13,072,485    62,099,558    75,172,043 
Property, plant, and equipment   11,063,908    10,596,301    21,660,209 
Right-of-use assets - operating   -    11,131,990    11,131,990 
Deposits and other assets   -    204,132    204,132 
Total assets acquired at fair value   24,136,393    87,195,685    111,332,078 
                
LIABILITIES ASSUMED               
Trade payables   290,512    715,912    1,006,424 
Accrued liabilities   46,330    262,130    308,460 
Advance from related parties   2,303,349    5,737,455    8,040,804 
Lease liabilities - operating   -    11,170,076    11,170,076 
Debts payable   -    8,271,432    8,271,432 
Total liabilities assumed at fair value   2,640,191    26,157,005    28,797,196 
                
Goodwill   -    3,015,000    3,015,000 
                
Consideration transferred   21,496,202    64,053,680    85,549,882 

 

DocHouse Asset Acquisition

 

DocHouse owns real property with a grower/processor permit in the Pennsylvania medical cannabis market.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

As DocHouse did not meet the definition of a business according to ASC 805, it was recorded as an asset acquisition. Purchase consideration was comprised of the following:

 

       Shares   Fair Value 
Cash   i        $17,477,788 
Debt Payable   ii         1,934,964 
Shares Issued   iii    128,265    2,083,450 
                
Total        128,265   $21,496,202 

 

Pursuant to the terms of the Definitive Agreement (“DocHouse Agreement”), Ayr satisfied the purchase price of $21.5 million for DocHouse through the following:

 

i.$17.5 million of the DocHouse purchase price in the form of cash consideration, of which $12.4 million was paid on closing, $3.0 million was paid within three months, and $2.1 million was paid within six months of closing;

 

iv.$1.9 million of the DocHouse purchase price in the form of promissory notes payables; and

  

v.$2.1 million of the DocHouse purchase price in the form of 128,265 Subordinate Shares of the Company. These shares have restrictions on their ability to be sold for six to twelve months (the “DocHouse Lock-Up Provision”).

 

CannTech PA Business Combination

 

CannTech PA is a vertically integrated cannabis company with a grower/processor and dispensary permit in the Pennsylvania medical market. CannTech PA has a permit to operate six retail dispensaries and a cultivation and processing facility.

 

The purchase consideration was comprised of the following:

 

       Shares   Fair Value 
Cash   i        $25,160,864 
Debt Payable   ii         13,917,181 
Shares Issued   iii    1,310,041    24,975,635 
                
Total        1,310,041   $64,053,680 

 

Pursuant to the terms of the CannTech PA Agreement, Ayr satisfied the purchase price of $64.1 million for CannTech PA through the following:

 

i.$25.2 million of the CannTech PA purchase price in the form of cash consideration, subject to settlement of the final working capital;

 

ii.$15.2 million of the CannTech PA purchase price in the form of promissory notes payable. The fair value of the notes on the acquisition date was $13.9 million; and

 

iii.$25.0 million of the CannTech PA purchase price in the form of 1,310,041 Exchangeable Shares that are exchangeable on a one-for-one basis into an equal number of Subordinate Shares of the Company. These shares have restrictions on their ability to be sold for four to twelve months (the “CannTech PA Lock-Up Provision”).

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Fair Value Considerations

 

The consideration has been allocated to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair values at the date of acquisition. Transactions accounted for as business combinations have been accounted for in accordance with ASC 805, with the results included in the Company’s net (loss) earnings from the date of acquisition.

 

The consideration that is subject to a Lock-Up Provision is measured at fair value based on unobservable inputs and is considered a Level 3 measurement. The fair value was determined by the Company’s share price at the acquisition date and other inputs based on other observable market data. The earn-out provisions in the Oasis and GSD Agreements have been measured at fair value by using a Monte-Carlo simulation model. Refer to Note 13 on the interim financial statements for the contingent consideration fair value treatment subsequent to the acquisition.

 

Outlook

 

Current Markets

 

Massachusetts

 

In Massachusetts, Ayr is vertically integrated with cultivation, extraction, production, manufacturing, distribution, and medical retail dispensary operations. Ayr operates in Massachusetts under the Sira Naturals brand. Ayr’s retail and wholesale products include premium cannabis flower and cannabis products, including concentrates, edibles, and vaporizer products. Its top branded products include Origyn Extracts, Trailstix pre-rolls, Entourage vape pens, Wicked Sour gummies, Nantucket Nuggets flower, and Root 90 flower. The Company sells cannabis products at its medical dispensaries and is in the regulatory process to receive approval to operate adult-use cannabis retail establishments.

 

Ayr currently operates two state-of-the-art facilities encompassing approximately 50,000 square feet of cultivation and production space. Ayr has an additional 100,000 square feet of cultivation and production space under construction.

 

Nevada

 

In Nevada, Ayr is vertically integrated engaging in retail, cultivation, production, and distribution operations. Ayr operates some of the most productive dispensaries in Nevada, with six dispensaries licensed to sell in both the medical and adult-use markets. Four of the dispensaries operate under the name “The Dispensary,” with retail operations in the Greater Las Vegas markets (Clark County and Henderson, Nevada) as well as Reno, Nevada. The two remaining dispensaries are operating under the MYNT brand, with retail operations in Unincorporated Washoe County and Reno, Nevada. Annualized sales per square foot averages over $9,000 across the six locations.

 

The licensed cultivation and production facilities produce premium cannabis products in over 70,000 square feet of cultivation and production space. The top branded products in Nevada include Kynd premium flower, Tumbleweed vape pens, Sun Valley extracts, CannaPunch beverages, Wicked Sour, Highly Edible, and Kanji gummies, Dutch Girl edibles, and Nordic Goddess topicals. In Nevada, the licensed establishments to which Ayr provides operational support, sell their branded products through the wholesale channel as well as the six dispensaries referenced above. Additionally, Ayr has announced the proposed acquisition of Tahoe Hydroponics, LLC (“Tahoe Hydro”), one of the state’s most respected cultivators of high-quality cannabis flower.

 

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Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Pennsylvania

 

In Pennsylvania, Ayr is vertically integrated with a cultivation, processing, extraction, and medical retail dispensary operations. The cultivation operations encompass a 143,000 square foot cultivation and processing facility and a 38,400 square foot cultivation and extraction facility, with the capacity to expand to 74,000 square feet. There are four dispensaries operating under the name “Ayr Wellness,” in New Castle, Plymouth Meeting, Gibsonia, and Montgomeryville. The Company also recently acquired three dispensaries in Central Pennsylvania currently operating under the Natural Medicine banner in State College, Selinsgrove, and Bloomsburg. Ayr currently sells Revel premium cannabis flower, Seven Hills flower, and Origyn Extracts through its retail establishments and wholesale channels.

 

Florida

 

In Florida, Ayr is vertically integrated with cultivation, extraction, production, manufacturing, distribution, and medical retail dispensary operations. Ayr’s current operations include a 300,000 square foot cultivation and production facility and 42 opened retail dispensaries, and an additional eight retail locations under development scheduled to open in 2021. The retail dispensaries currently operate under the Liberty Health Science banner. Ayr’s products include Liberty Health Sciences and Seed Junky branded flower, Origyn Extracts, Secret Orchard fruit-flavored gummies and vape cartridges, and Big Pete’s Cookies.

 

Arizona

 

In Arizona, Ayr is vertically integrated with cultivation, extraction, production, manufacturing, distribution, and retail dispensary operations. Ayr’s current operations include a 10,000 square foot cultivation and production facility and three retail dispensaries which operate under the Oasis brand and serve both the medical and adult-use markets. It has another 80,000 square feet of cultivation and production under development. Ayr’s products include Kynd premium cannabis flower, Origyn Extracts, Haze Extracts, and Lit vape pens.

 

New Jersey

 

In New Jersey, Ayr is vertically integrated with cultivation, extraction, production, manufacturing, distribution, and retail dispensary operations. Ayr’s current operations include a 30,000 square foot cultivation and production facility and three retail dispensaries which operate under the GSD brand in the Central region of the state. GDS has 75,000 square feet of cultivation and production under development. GSD is one of the 12 existing vertical permit holders in the State of New Jersey and one of the state’s original six alternative treatment centers (“ATCs”). In November 2020, New Jersey voters approved a referendum legalizing cannabis for adult use in the state. In February 2021, legislation implementing legalization was enacted that will enable the current 12 medical cannabis permit holders to be first to market when the CRC permits adult-use sales to commence.

 

Ohio

 

In Ohio, Ayr has a 9,000 square foot production facility and a 58,000 square foot cultivation and production facility under development.

 

Brand Strategy

 

Ayr recently unveiled its updated house of CPG brands, representing various form factors and segments of cannabis consumers. The brand portfolio allows customers and patients the ability to select from a wide-ranging selection of high-quality but accessible products. By expanding its brands across markets, Ayr has unlocked the ability to drive national brand visibility while creating a consistent consumer experience in each of the markets where the company operates. The Company maintains strict brand and quality assurance standards and implements standard operating procedures across its cultivation and production facilities to ensure product continuity and customer experiences across operating markets. This includes the centrally managed procurement of equipment and supplies.

 

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Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Future Markets

 

Ayr leverages its human capital to drive improvements across all portfolios and divisions of the company. These synergies have driven Ayr’s operational success. Building on the operational excellence, Ayr plans on bringing its winning strategy to capitalize on expansion opportunities.

 

The Company’s business strategy is to evaluate each market opportunity pursuant to the relevant local competitive and regulatory landscape, supply/demand dynamics, and growth potential. The Company evaluates the economic viability of each opportunity before making capital allocation decisions and may decide to participate in one or more facets of the supply chain based on the dynamics mentioned above. The Company targets best-in-class assets in relevant markets with large addressable populations in limited license states that are either currently or soon expected to be approved for adult-use. By establishing a substantial presence in markets that have the greatest growth potential, the Company expects to be well-positioned to have a first-mover advantage for future growth in adult-use cannabis as the market continues to expand.

 

The Company plans to implement its growth strategy by targeting acquisition opportunities in limited license jurisdictions, applying for de novo licenses and expanding its presence in current markets.

 

COVID-19 Strategy

 

During the pandemic, the Company was able to maintain operations and expand delivery options and curbside pick-up to provide additional fulfillment models that are safe and efficient for employees and customers. Management has not observed any indicators of impairment to assets or a significant change in the fair value of assets due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Company evaluated risk of supply chain disruption as well as staffing disruption. While Ayr has not experienced any failure to secure critical supplies or services, future disruptions in the supply chain are possible and may significantly increase cost or delay production time. To mitigate this risk, bulk orders are being placed in advance with key vendors. To remediate the risk of staffing disruption, the Company implemented new safety procedures in accordance with the guidance of the CDC at all locations to better protect the health and safety of both employees and customers. The Company is re-assessing its response to the COVID-19 pandemic on an ongoing basis. Due to the rapid developments and uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, it is not possible to predict the impact of these developments on all aspects of the business.

 

Recent Developments

 

Acquisitions – Definitive Agreements and Term Sheets

 

Pennsylvania

 

On September 1, 2021, the Company entered into a binding agreement to acquire PA Natural Medicine, LLC (“PA Natural”), an operator of three licensed retail dispensaries, deepening Ayr’s presence in the rapidly growing medical market in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Ayr intends to purchase 100% of the membership interests of PA Natural. The terms of the transaction include upfront consideration of $80 million, made up of $20 million in stock, $25 million in seller notes and $35 million in cash. Subsequent to September 30, 2021, the Company completed its agreement with PA Natural.

 

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Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Nevada

 

On July 19, 2021, the Company entered a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Tahoe Hydroponics Company, LLC (Tahoe Hydro”), a cultivation and production company, and NV Green, Inc (“NV Green”) a production company. Ayr intends to purchase 100% of the membership interest in Tahoe Hydro and NV Green, adding two cultivation licenses, one production license, and one distribution license to Ayr’s Nevada footprint. The terms of the transaction, subject to adjustment, include consideration of $17 million, made up of $5 million in cash, $3.5 million in debt, and approximately $8.5 million in stock. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

 

Illinois

 

On July 20, 2021, the Company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Herbal Remedies Dispensaries, LLC (“Herbal”), an operator of two licensed retail dispensaries in Illinois. Ayr intends to purchase 100% membership interests in Herbal. The terms of the transaction, subject to adjustment, include consideration of $30 million, made up of $8 million in cash, $12 million in sellers notes, and $10 million in stock. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

 

On August 9, 2021, Land of Lincoln Dispensary LLC was awarded a conditional retail dispensary license in Illinois via the state’s lottery process.

 

Massachusetts

 

On September 7, 2021, the Company entered a definitive agreement to acquire Cultivauna, LLC (“Cultivauna”), the owner of Levia branded cannabis infused beverages and tinctures. Ayr intends to purchase 100% membership interests in Cultivauna. The terms of the transaction include upfront consideration of $20 million, made up of $10 million in cash and $10 million in stock. An earn-out payment of up to an additional $40 million of stock consideration will be contingent on the achievement of revenue targets in 2022 and 2023. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, regulatory approvals, and reaching an agreement on definitive documentation.

 

Forward-Looking Financial Projections or Targets

 

Based on the results to date, management is forecasting sequential revenue growth of at least 10% in Q4 2021. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be flat sequentially, as the Company continues its investments in branding, new markets and growth projects, and the centralized corporate resources to support growth.

 

The company is revising its 2022 Adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $250-300 million and maintaining its revenue guidance of approximately $800 million.

 

In developing the 2022 guidance set forth above, Ayr made the following assumptions and relied on the following factors and considerations (as well as those referred to under “Forward-Looking Information”):

 

·The targets assume pricing in the wholesale and retail market remains relatively stable at current levels.

·The targets are subject to the timing of on-line dates for cultivation and manufacturing capacity, retail store openings, and the closing of M&A transactions as follows:

·Pennsylvania:

§Completion of additional 36,000 square feet of cultivation in second half of 2022.

§Two additional retail locations will open in Q4 2021, followed by a third in Q1 2022, bringing the total store count to nine.

·Arizona:

§Construction of 80,000 square feet of additional cultivation and manufacturing capacity will be completed in Q4 2021 with revenues coming on-line in Q2 2022.

 

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Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

·New Jersey:

§75,000 square feet of additional cultivation and manufacturing under construction expected to come on-line in two phases: the first in Q2 2022, the second by year end 2022.

§Adult-use sales will begin in Q2 2022.

·Massachusetts:

§Three adult-use retail locations in Greater Boston will be approved to open and will open in Q1 2022.

§93,000 sq ft of additional cultivation and manufacturing capacity will come on-line with sales in Q3 2022.

§Levia acquisition closes in Q1 2022.

·Florida:

§45 retail locations in Florida by the end of 2021, 50 by January 2022, and 65 by year-end 2022

§10 acres of shade house cultivation will come on-line in Q1 2022, followed by an additional 10 acres in Q2 2022.

§Steady, gradual improvement in cultivation yields in Florida and retail throughput in 2022.

·Ohio:

§58,000 square feet of cultivation and manufacturing capacity will come on-line with sales in Q4 2022.

·Illinois:

§Acquisition of Herbal Remedies (two dispensaries) closes in Q1 2022.

§Acquisition of Dispensary 33 (two dispensaries) closes in Q2 2022.

·Nevada:

§Tahoe Hydro acquisition closes (via management services agreement) in Q1 2022.

 

Ayr has also assumed that business and economic conditions will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including, without limitation, with respect to general industry conditions, competition, regulations (including those in respect of the cannabis industry), weather, taxes, that there will be no pandemics or substantially worsened pandemics or other material outbreaks of disease or safety issues or material recalls required, and that there will be no unplanned material changes in facilities, equipment, or customer and employee relations.

 

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Ayr Wellness Inc.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Review of the Financial Results for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

   Three Months Ended   Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020 
   $   $   $   $ 
Loss from operations   (8,899,609)   8,533,636    (42,148,560)   (5,482,323)
                     
Non-cash items accounting for inventory                    
Incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in business combination   9,022,291    -    41,410,732    - 
                     
Interest   464,328    116,119    921,278    356,356 
Depreciation and amortization (from statement of cash flows)   15,761,003    4,172,518    37,824,667    12,032,150 
Acquisition costs   742,779    557,457    5,164,361    1,054,766 
Stock-based compensation, non-cash   5,013,055    4,700,795    20,388,406    25,949,556 
Start-up costs1   3,463,939    -    6,437,125    - 
Other2   432,558    487,105    1,840,512    907,569 
    25,877,662    10,033,994    72,576,349    40,300,397 
                     
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)   26,000,344    18,567,630    71,838,521    34,818,074 

 

Notes:

1 These are set-up costs to prepare a location for its intended use. Start-up costs are expensed as incurred and are not indicative of ongoing operations.

2 Other non-operating adjustments made to exclude the impact of non-recurring items.

 

Adjusted Gross Profit Reconciliation for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

   Three Months Ended   Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020 
   $   $   $   $ 
Gross Profit   40,083,166    27,407,074    86,861,668    61,231,442 
                     
Incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in business combination   9,022,291    -    41,410,732    - 
Interest (within COGS)   464,328    116,119    921,278    356,356 
Depreciation and amortization (within COGS)   4,818,285    1,034,387    10,899,665    2,506,007 
Start-up costs (within COGS)   2,249,533    -    3,833,701    - 
                     
Adjusted Gross Profit (non-GAAP)   56,637,603    28,557,580    143,927,044    64,093,805 

 

Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive (Loss) Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

   Three Months Ended   Nine Months Ended 
($ in millions)  September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020 
Revenues, net of discounts   96.2    45.5    245.8    107.4 
Cost of goods sold excluding fair value items   (47.1)   (18.1)   (117.6)   (46.1)
Incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in a business combination   (9.0)   -    (41.4)   - 
Gross profit   40.1    27.4    86.9    61.2 
Total operating expenses   (49.0)   (18.9)   (129.0)   (66.7)
Loss (Income) from operations   (8.9)   8.5    (42.2)   (5.5)
Total other income (expense)   15.5    (1.0)   21.0    (2.9)
Income (Loss) before income tax   6.6    7.5    (21.1)   (8.4)
Provision for income taxes   (10.0)   (6.9)   (19.6)   (15.3)
Net (loss) income and comprehensive (loss) income   (3.4)   0.6    (40.7)   (23.7)

 

Revenue

 

Revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $96.2 million and $45.5 million, respectively, increasing $50.7 million or 111%. The increase in revenue was driven by market expansion due to acquisitions.

 

Revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $245.8 million and $107.4 million, respectively, increasing $138.5 million or 129%. Between September 30, 2021 and September 30, 2020, Ayr opened or acquired 59 dispensaries further driving the increase in revenue.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Gross Profit

 

Gross profit for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $40.1 million and $27.4 million, respectively, increasing $12.7 million or 46%. Gross profit percentage for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was 41.7% and 60.3%, respectively. Gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $86.9 million and $61.2 million, respectively, an increase of $25.6 million or 42%. Gross profit percentage for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was 35.3% and 57.0%, respectively.

 

The decrease in gross profit percentage for the three and nine month periods was primarily driven by the incremental costs to acquire cannabis inventory in a business combination. These incremental costs represent the realized fair value impact from the sales of inventory acquired in a business combination.

 

Adjusted gross profit for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $56.6 million and $28.6 million, respectively, increasing $28.1 million or 98.3%. Adjusted gross profit percentage for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was 58.9% and 62.8%, respectively. The decrease was due to a lower sales base in the prior year due to the impact of COVID-19 resulting in a higher percentage of internally sourced products.

 

Adjusted gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, was $143.9 million and $64.1 million, respectively, increasing $79.8 million or 124.5%. Adjusted gross profit percentage for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was 58.5% and 59.7%, respectively. The decrease was due to expansion into new markets which results in different macro-economic factors such as pricing, labor cost and the percentage of internally sourced products.

 

Total Operating Expenses

 

Total operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 were $49.0 million and $18.9 million, respectively, increasing $30.1 million or 160%. The increase in expense is due to an increase in general and administrative expenses and amortization expense of $20.5 and $7.4 million, respectively. Total operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 were $129.0 million and $66.7 million, respectively, increasing $62.3 million or 93%. The increase in expense is due to an increase in general and administrative expenses and amortization expense of $43.5 and $16.7 million, respectively.

 

The increase in general and administrative expenses for the three and nine month periods was primarily driven by the expansion to new markets and the investment in talent and infrastructure. The increase to amortization expense over the three and nine month periods is driven by the acquisition of cannabis licenses, which are classified as intangible assets and amortized over their useful lives.

 

Total operating expenses as a percent of revenue during the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, were 51% and 41%, respectively. Total operating expenses as a percent of revenue during the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020, were 52% and 62%, respectively. The change during the periods ended are related to the non-cash stock-based compensation which fluctuates based on the timing of RSU vesting and grants.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Total Other Income (Expense)

 

Total other income (expense) for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $15.5 million and ($1.0) million, respectively. Total other income (expense) for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $21.0 million and ($2.9) million, respectively.

 

The increase for the three and nine month periods was primarily driven by the increase in the fair value adjustment on contingent consideration.

 

Income Tax

 

Income tax expense is recognized based on the expected tax payable on the taxable income for the period and the deferred tax, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at period-end. The deferred tax is mainly driven by changes in the amortization of intangibles.

 

Total income tax expense for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $10.0 million and $6.9 million, respectively. The current tax expense was $14.2 million and $6.8 million, respectively, for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020. The decrease in current tax expense was driven by an increase in gross profit over the respective periods. The deferred tax (recovery) expense was ($4.2) million and $0.1 million, respectively, for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020.

 

Total income tax expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $19.6 million and $15.3 million, respectively. The current tax expense was $30.0 million and $15.0 million, respectively, for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020. The increase in current tax expense was driven by an increase in gross profit over the respective periods. The deferred tax (recovery) expense was ($10.3) million and $0.3 million, respectively, for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020.

 

Net (Loss) Income

 

Net (loss) income for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was ($3.4) million and $0.6 million, respectively. The decrease was primarily driven by the factors described above.

 

Net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $40.7 million and $23.7 million, respectively. The decrease was primarily driven by the factors described above.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources as of September 30, 2021

 

Selected Liquidity and Capital Resource Information

 

($ in millions)  September 30, 2021   December 31, 2020 
Cash and cash equivalents   94.4    127.2 
Total current assets   193.6    159.0 
Total assets   1,638.3    564.9 
Total current liabilities   84.0    57.6 
Total long-term liabilities   575.2    222.1 
Total liabilities   659.2    279.7 
Total shareholders' equity   979.1    285.3 

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

As of September 30, 2021, the Company had cash of $94.4 million, other current assets of $99.2 million, current liabilities of $84.0 million, and working capital of $109.6 million compared to December 31, 2020 which had cash of $127.2 million, other current assets of $31.8 million, current liabilities of $57.6 million, and working capital of $101.5 million to meet its current obligations. The overall increase in net working capital is due to the increase in inventory due to the acquisitions and the cash received through an equity offering.

 

The Company is generating cash from sales and deploying its capital reserves to develop assets capable of producing additional revenues and earnings over both the immediate and near term. Capital reserves are expected to be used for capital expenditures and improvements to existing facilities, marketing, and product development, as well as acquisitions.

 

Selected Cash Flow Information

 

   Nine Months Ended 
($ in millions)  September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020 
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities   (22.2)   28.4 
Net cash used in investing activities   (146.1)   (10.4)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities   135.4    (3.2)
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents   (32.8)   14.8 
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period   127.2    8.4 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period   94.4    23.2 

 

Operating Activities

 

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities during the periods ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was ($22.2) million and $28.4 million, respectively, a decrease of $50.6 million. The decrease in net cash provided by operating activities was driven by tax payments that occurred throughout the period ended September 30, 2021 as well as an investment of cash in inventory.

 

Investing Activities

 

Net cash used in investing activities during the periods ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was ($146.1) million and ($10.4) million, respectively, a decrease of $135.7 million. The cash used during the current year was due primarily to the cash paid for acquisitions and bridge financing, and investment in property, plant, and equipment.

 

Financing Activities

 

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities during the periods ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 was $135.4 million and ($3.2) million, respectively, an increase of $138.6 million. The increase in net cash provided by financing activities was primarily due to the proceeds from an equity offering.

 

Capital Management

 

The Company’s objectives when managing capital are to ensure sufficient liquidity to support its financial obligations and to execute its operating and strategic plans, managing healthy liquidity reserves and access to capital.

 

The Company manages its capital structure and makes adjustments based on the funds available to the Company in order to support business development. The directors do not establish quantitative return on capital criteria for management, but rather rely on the expertise of the Company’s management to sustain future development of the business. In order to carry out the planned business development and pay for administrative costs, the Company will spend its existing working capital and seek to raise additional amounts, as needed. There were no changes in the Company’s approach to capital management during the periods ended September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020. The Company is not subject to externally imposed capital requirements apart from the need to maintain its listing in accordance with stock exchange requirements.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

The Company raises capital, as necessary, to meet its needs and take advantage of perceived opportunities and, therefore, does not have a numeric target for its capital structure. Management reviews its capital management approach on an ongoing basis and believes that this approach, given the relative size of the Company, is reasonable. The Company plans to use existing funds, as well as funds from the future sale of products, to fund operations and expansion activities. However, the Company may attempt to issue new shares or issue new debt for acquisitions. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to continue raising capital in this manner.

 

The Company strengthened its cash position with a senior secured debt offering of $110 million that closed on December 10, 2020 and an equity offering with gross proceeds of approximately $157.6 million Canadian dollars that closed on January 14, 2021.

 

Share Capital

 

As of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the Company had share capital of $1,263.9 million and $524.3 million, respectively, consisting of additional paid-in capital.

 

Outstanding Shares

 

   September 30, 2021   December 31, 2020 
Issued and outstanding          
Multiple Voting Shares   3,696,486    3,696,486 
Subordinate Voting Shares   14,389,133    4,264,417 
Restricted Voting Shares   10,692,647    567,931 
Limited Voting Shares   30,498,446    24,041,293 
Exchangeable Shares   7,368,927    2,127,543 
Treasury stock   (76,900)   (63,800)
Total number of shares   66,568,739    34,633,870 

 

As of September 30, 2021, the Company had 2,884,058 Subordinate Shares issuable upon the exercise of Warrants, 3,755,242 restricted Exchangeable Share units, and 212,283 Subordinate Shares issuable upon the exercise of options. As of December 31, 2020, the Company had 10,486,312 Subordinate Shares issuable upon the exercise of Warrants, 4,235,150 restricted Exchangeable Share units, and 138,394 Subordinate Shares issuable upon the exercise of rights reserved for issuance.

 

Liquidity

 

As of September 30, 2021, the Company had working capital of $109.6 million compared to December 31, 2020 when it had working capital of $101.5 million.

 

Summary of Future Commitments

 

Year   Leases   Debt   Total 
2021   $4,777,184   $2,469,208   $7,246,392 
2022    19,169,096    5,611,722    24,780,818 
2023    19,326,405    14,446,496    33,772,901 
2024    17,404,983    177,245,485    194,650,468 
2025    14,449,162    22,504,885    36,954,047 
Thereafter:    120,968,824    -    120,968,824 
Total Commitments   $196,095,654   $222,277,796   $418,373,450 

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

As of the date of this filing, the Company does not have any off-balance sheet arrangements, with the exception of the definitive agreements and term sheets referenced in Note 16 in the interim financial statements, that have, or are reasonably likely to have, a current or future effect on the results of operations or financial condition of the Company including, without limitation, such considerations as liquidity and capital resources that have not previously been discussed.

 

Related Party Transactions

 

Related parties are defined as management and members of the Company and/or members of their immediate family and/or other companies and/or entities in which a board member or senior officer is a principal owner or senior executive. Other than disclosed elsewhere in the interim financial statements, related party transactions and balances are as follows:

 

Mercer Park, L.P., a company owned by an executive of Ayr, entered into a management agreement with the Company dated May 24, 2019. As of September 30, 2021, and December 31, 2020, $1,450,181 and $83,371 was included in prepaid expenses as an advance for these services. Included in expenses for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, are management fees of $3,195,080 and $7,618,432 that are included in general and administrative expenses and embedded lease fees of $142,021 and $373,171 that are included in operating lease expense.

 

The management fee is paid monthly and varies based on actual costs incurred by the related entity when providing the Company administrative support, management services, office space, and utilities. In addition, the management fees pay other corporate or centralized expenses based on actual cost, including but not limited to legal and professional fees, software, and insurance. The agreement is a month-to-month arrangement.

 

As of September 30, 2021, and December 31, 2020, Glass House Brands Inc. (“Glass House”), formerly, Mercer Park Brand Acquisition Corp., a company that had limited services shared with the Company, owed to Ayr $nil and $135,000. This is included in due from related parties on the interim balance sheet.

 

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, the Company incurred fees from Panther Residential Management, LLC (“Panther”), a company partially owned by a board member of Ayr. The total incurred fees were $17,500 and $68,500 (2020: $25,500 and $76,500) of office expenses, $225,000 and $600,000 (2020: $112,500 and $337,500) of rental fees, and $58,677 and $187,904 (2020: $75,616 and $225,205) of interest expense.

 

Directors and officers of the Company are considered key members of management. Compensation for the directors and officers in the respective years were comprised of:

 

   Three Months Ended   Nine Months Ended 
   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020   September 30, 2021   September 30, 2020 
Compensation and benefits, included in management fee  $937,500   $656,250   $2,812,500   $1,655,000 
Stock-based compensation, non-cash   5,013,055    4,700,795    20,388,406    25,949,556 
Total compensation  $5,950,555   $5,357,045   $23,200,906   $27,604,556 

 

Refer to Notes 11 and 16 for additional information around the debts payable and non-cash stock-based compensation plan and calculation, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020.

 

Significant Accounting Judgments and Estimates

 

The application of the Company’s accounting policies requires management to use estimates and judgments that can have a significant effect on the revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities recognized, and disclosures made in the interim financial statements.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Management’s best estimates concerning the future are based on the facts and circumstances available at the time estimates are made. Management uses historical experience, general economic conditions, and assumptions regarding probable future outcomes as the basis for determining estimates. Estimates and their underlying assumptions are reviewed periodically, and the effects of any changes are recognized at that time. Actual results could differ from the estimates used.

 

The global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in governments worldwide enacting emergency measures to combat the spread of the virus. These measures, which include the implementation of travel bans, store closures, self-imposed quarantine periods and social distancing, may cause material disruption to businesses globally resulting in an economic slowdown. COVID-19 has cast uncertainty on the assumptions used by management in making its judgments and estimates.

 

The following discusses the most significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions that the Company has made in the preparation of its financial statements.

 

Business combinations

 

A business combination is a transaction or event in which an acquirer obtains control of one or more businesses and is accounted for using the acquisition method. The total consideration paid for the acquisition is the aggregate of the fair values of assets acquired, liabilities assumed, and equity instruments issued in exchange for control of the acquiree at the acquisition date. The acquisition date is the date when the Company obtains control of the acquiree.

 

Contingent consideration is measured at its acquisition date fair value and is included as part of the consideration transferred in a business combination, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.

 

Contingent consideration that is classified as equity is not remeasured at subsequent reporting dates and its subsequent settlement is accounted for within equity. Contingent consideration that is classified as a liability is remeasured at subsequent reporting dates in accordance with the criteria and guidance provided under ASC 805 – Business Combinations.

 

Based on the facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition date, management will perform a valuation analysis to allocate the purchase price based on the fair values of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed on the acquisition date. Management is required to finalize its allocation on the earlier of the date that information becomes known, or one year from the acquisition date. Until such time, these values are provisionally reported and are subject to change. Changes to fair values and allocations are retrospectively adjusted in subsequent periods.

 

In determining the fair value of all identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the most significant estimates generally relate to contingent consideration and intangible assets. Management exercises judgment in estimating the probability and timing of when earn-outs are expected to be achieved, which is used as the basis for estimating fair value. Identified intangible assets are fair valued using appropriate valuation techniques which are generally based on a forecast of the total expected future net cash flows of the acquiree. Valuations are highly dependent on the inputs used and assumptions made by management regarding the future performance of these assets and any changes in the discount rate applied.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Judgment is applied in determining whether a transaction is a business combination or an asset acquisition by considering the nature of the assets acquired and the processes applied to those assets, or if the integrated set of assets and activities is capable of being conducted and managed for the purpose of providing a return to investors or other owners.

 

Inventory

 

In calculating the value of inventory, management is required to make a number of estimates, including estimating the stage of growth of the cannabis up to the point of harvest, expected yields for the cannabis plants, harvesting costs, net realizable value, selling costs, average or expected selling prices, and impairment factors. In calculating final inventory values, management compares the inventory costs to estimated net realizable value as well as investigates slow moving inventory, if applicable. The estimates are judgmental in nature and are made at a point in time, using available information, such as expected business plans and expected market conditions. Periodic reviews are performed on the inventory balance with the changes in inventory reserves reflected in cost of goods sold.

 

Estimated useful lives and depreciation of PPE

 

Depreciation of PPE is dependent upon estimates of useful lives, which are determined through the exercise of judgments. The assessment of any impairment of these assets is dependent upon estimates of recoverable amounts that take into account factors such as economic and market conditions and the useful lives of assets.

 

Valuation, estimated life and impairment of intangible assets

 

Management uses significant judgment in estimating the useful lives and impairment. Intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives are not subject to amortization and are tested annually for impairment, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that they might be impaired. Impairment tests rely on judgments and estimates related to growth rates, discount rates, and estimated margins.

 

Goodwill impairment

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment annually and whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of goodwill may have been impaired. In order to determine that the value of goodwill may have been impaired, the Company performs a qualitative assessment to determine that it was more-likely-than-not if the reporting unit’s carrying value is less than the fair value, indicating the potential for goodwill impairment. A number of factors, including historical results, business plans, forecasts, and market data are used to determine the fair value of the reporting unit. Changes in the conditions for these judgments and estimates can significantly affect the assessed value of goodwill.

 

Leases

 

Each capitalized lease is evaluated to determine if the Company would exercise any of the renewal options offered. Several material factors are considered in determining if the renewal options would be exercised, such as length of the renewal, renewal rate, and ability to transfer locations. When measuring lease liabilities, the Company used discounted lease payments using a weighted-average rate in the range of 9.8% to 15.0% per annum. The weighted-average rate is based on the Company’s incremental borrowing rate, which relies on judgments and estimates.

 

Provisions and contingent liabilities

 

When the Company is more likely than not to incur an outflow of resources to settle an obligation and the amount can be reasonably estimated, a contingent liability is recorded. The contingent liability is recorded at management’s best estimates of the expenditure required to settle the obligation at period end, discounted to the present value, if material.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Financial instruments

 

To determine the fair value of financial instruments, the Company develops assumptions and selects certain methods to perform the fair value calculations. Various methods considered include but are not limited to: (a) assigning the value attributed to the transaction at the time of origination; (b) re-measuring the instrument if it requires concurrent fair value measurement; and (c) valuing the instrument at the issuance value less any amortized costs. As judgment is a factor in determining the value and selecting a method, as well as the inherent uncertainty in estimating the fair value, the valuation estimates may be different.

 

Application of the option pricing model requires estimates in expected dividend yields, expected volatility in the underlying assets, and the expected life of the financial instruments. These estimates may ultimately be different from amounts subsequently realized, resulting in an overstatement or understatement of net (loss) income and comprehensive (loss) income.

 

Expected credit loss

 

Management determines expected credit loss (“ECL”) by evaluating individual receivable balances and considering customers’ financial condition and current economic conditions. Accounts receivable are written off when deemed uncollectible. Recoveries of accounts receivable previously written off are recorded as income when received. All receivables are expected to be collected within one year of the period end.

 

Risk Factors

 

Please refer to the Company’s final base shelf prospectus dated February 24, 2021, the Company’s management information circular dated October 1, 2021, and the Company’s Annual Information Form for information on the risk factors to which the Company is subject. In addition, see “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information” above.

 

Financial Instruments, Financial Risk Management and Other Instruments

 

The Company does not utilize financial instruments such as derivatives to manage financial risks. The Company's financial instruments consist of cash, deposits, accounts receivable, accounts payable, debts payable, senior secured notes, and contingent consideration included as purchase consideration relating to business combinations. These financial instruments are measured at fair value or are short-term in nature where fair value approximates their carrying value (see Note 17 to the financial statements).

 

The Company is exposed to credit risk, liquidity risk and interest rate risk. The Company’s management oversees the management of these risks. The Company`s management is supported by the members that advises on financial risks and the appropriate financial risk governance framework for the Company. The Company’s financial risk activities are governed by appropriate policies and procedures and financial risks are identified, measured and managed in accordance with Company policies and risk appetite.

 

Fair value measurements

 

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The fair value measurement is based on the presumption that the transaction to sell the asset or transfer the liability takes place either in the principal market for the asset or liability or, in the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market for the asset or liability. The principal or the most advantageous market must be accessible by the Company.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest. A fair value measurement of a non-financial asset takes into account a market participant’s ability to generate economic benefits from the asset’s highest and best use or by selling it to another market participant that would utilize the asset in its highest and best use.

 

The Company uses valuation techniques that are considered to be appropriate in the circumstances and for which there is sufficient data with unobservable inputs.

 

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the interim financial statements are categorized within the fair value hierarchy. This is described, as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

 

·Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities at the measurement date.

 

·Level 2 inputs are observable inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or other inputs that are observable directly or indirectly.

 

·Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability that reflect the reporting entity’s own assumptions and are not based on observable market data.

 

The hierarchy used to fair value the financial instruments as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, were as follows:

 

·Level 1: Cash and deposits

·Level 2: None

·Level 3: Contingent consideration issued as purchase consideration relating to business combinations

 

There were no transfers between levels in the hierarchy. For financial assets and liabilities not measured at fair value, their carrying value is considered to approximate fair value due to their market terms.

 

The carrying values of cash, deposits, accounts receivables, trade payables, accrued liabilities, accrued interest payable, and purchase consideration payable approximate their fair values because of the short-term nature of these financial instruments. Long-term debt is recorded at amortized cost.

 

The following table summarize the fair value hierarchy for the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are re-measured at their fair values periodically:

 

   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
September 30, 2021                    
Financial Liabilities                    
Contingent consideration  $-   $-   $199,428,011   $199,428,011 
                     
December 31, 2020                    
Financial Liabilities                    
Contingent consideration  $-   $-   $22,961,411   $22,961,411 

 

The Company is exposed to credit risk, liquidity risk, and interest rate risk. The Company’s management oversees the management of these risks. The Company’s management is supported by the members of the Board of Directors that advise on financial risks and the appropriate financial risk governance framework for the Company. The Company’s financial risk activities are governed by policies and procedures and financial risks are identified, measured, and managed in accordance with the Company’s policies and the Company’s risk appetite.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

Credit Risk

 

Credit risk is the risk of unexpected loss if a customer or third party to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations. Financial instruments which potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk consist of cash, deposits, and accounts receivable. To address its credit risk arising from cash and deposits, the Company ensures to keep these balances with reputable financial institutions. The Company has not recorded an ECL as all amounts are considered to be recoverable and are immaterial. The Company is not significantly exposed to its accounts receivable due to its diversified customer base and a stringent collection policy. No ECL has been recorded by the Company as all receivables are expected to be collected and are not significant. As of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, substantially all of cash is estimated to be exposed to credit risks. The components of accounts receivable as of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, were:

 

   0-30 days   31-90 days   Over 90 days   Total 
Balance, as of September 30, 2021  $7,251,878   $1,459,576   $535,349   $9,246,803 
Balance, as of December 31, 2020   2,995,368    469,033    -    3,464,401 

 

Liquidity Risk

 

Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company is unable to generate or obtain sufficient cash in a cost-effective manner to fund its obligations as they come due. The Company’s approach to managing liquidity risk is to ensure that it will have sufficient liquidity to meet liabilities when due. The Company manages liquidity risk through maintaining sufficient funds on hand and continuously monitoring forecast and actual cash flows. As of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, all trade payables and accrued liabilities are due within a year. Refer to the Summary of Future Commitments table for future lease and debt commitments. The Company has the following gross obligations as of September 30, 2021, which are expected to be payable:

 

   Less than 1 year   1-5 years   > 5 years   Total 
Trade payables and accrued liabilities  $43,147,062   $-   $-   $43,147,062 
Lease obligations   4,777,184    70,349,646    120,968,824    196,095,654 
Purchase consideration   148,416    -    -    148,416 
Income tax payable   21,398,821    -    -    21,398,821 
Debt Payable   2,469,208    109,808,588    -    112,277,796 
Contingent consideration   -    27,500,000    -    27,500,000 
Senior secured notes   -    110,000,000    -    110,000,000 
Accrued interest payable   4,214,966    3,166,381    -    7,381,347 
   $76,155,657   $320,824,615   $120,968,824    517,949,096 

 

Interest Rate Risk

 

Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk on its cash and long-term debts. Cash and deposits bear interest at market rates. The Company’s debts have fixed rates of interest. The Company does not use any derivative instruments to hedge against interest rate risk and believes that the change in interest rates will not have a significant impact on its financial results.

 

Currency Risk

 

The operating results and financial position of the Company are reported in United States dollars. As the Company operates in an international environment, some of the Company’s financial instruments and transactions are denominated in currencies other than the United States dollar. The results of the Company’s operations are subject to currency transaction and translation risks.

 

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Management’s Discussion and Analysis

For the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 and 2020

 

As of September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the Company had no hedging agreements in place with respect to foreign exchange rates. The Company has not entered into any agreements or purchased any instruments to hedge possible currency risks at this time. The Company believes that a change in exchange rates will not have a significant impact on financial results. The Company performed a sensitivity analysis on the conversion rate applied to Canadian balances:

 

Balance sheet account  Value at year end          Effect on fair value, as at 
  

Dr (Cr.)

CDN $

   Conversion rate   Sensitivity  September 30, 2021
$
 
Cash   52,084,128    0.7865   Increase / Decrease 1%   409,642 

 

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