Hot Canadian Cannabis Products for the Weekend of January 9, 2026
Welcome to your weekly breakdown of what’s making waves in the Canadian cannabis scene. To get these insights, we scrape six of the most popular cannabis subreddits and use AI to analyze the data and extract sentiment. We calculate a Trend Score based on upvotes, downvotes, and comments to measure the total attention a product receives.
It is important to note that brands make this list for both good and bad sentiment. We sum the trend score by brand and showcase them on Bud Trendz so you can see what is trending in any four-hour period. We use 🔥 to represent a positive review and 💩 for a negative review. For example, if a brand has one 🔥 and one 💩, they are receiving mixed reviews. If they have six 🔥, they are clearly performing exceptionally well. Neutral sentiment is indicated by the 🔄 emoji. We repeat this process every week to keep you informed.
1. Carmel Cannabis 🔥🔥💩 82
Trending Products: 3 | Reviewers: 2 | Sentiment Summary: Carmel is seeing high engagement with a mix of top-tier praise for their flower and hash, though hardware issues are dragging down their overall sentiment.
Carmel - Animal Face Temple Ball & Candy Gas Face x Masterpiece
Reviewer: u/MarkyRoll
[10/10] & [9/10] This reviewer is extremely satisfied with Carmel’s offerings, describing the Animal Face temple ball as a potent, stimulating product that mirrors the quality of the classic flower. Similarly, the Candy Gas Face x Masterpiece was hailed as some of the best weed available since legalization; despite a higher price point, the reviewer found the potency and quality well worth the cost.
Carmel - Hardware/Carts
Reviewer: u/Informal_Product_122
[6/10] While the quality of the live resin inside the cartridge provided a great high, the experience was marred by significant hardware failures. The reviewer reported clogging, leaking, and eventual breakage, leading to a negative recommendation based solely on the equipment.
2. Tuck Shop 🔥🔥🔥 53
Trending Products: 2 | Reviewers: 2 | Sentiment Summary: Tuck Shop is currently a fan favourite, receiving exclusively positive reviews for their flavourful concentrates and high-quality flower.
Tuck Shop - Hawaiian Marker Indica Pure Cured Resin AIO
Reviewer: u/Leafleaguebc
[8/10] This product received praise for its authentic flower flavour combined with fruity notes. The reviewer appreciated the 1g format for its battery longevity and confirmed it provides a solid "stoned" effect for a fair price.
Zip - Menthol Runtz By Tuck Shop
Reviewer: u/sTonedsTinkysasha
[9/10] The reviewer was very impressed with this indica, noting that it smokes exactly like a classic Runtz strain with excellent bud quality and a great overall experience.
3. Back Forty 🔄🔥 52
Trending Products: 2 | Reviewers: 2 | Sentiment Summary: Back Forty is seeing a split between neutral anticipation and high satisfaction from DIY concentrate enthusiasts.
Back Forty - Chemzilla
Reviewer: u/No_Cell6708 & u/Connect_Pound_4515
[8/10] u/No_Cell6708 shared a neutral preview of the flower, noting they bought it based on community suggestions. Meanwhile, u/Connect_Pound_4515 used the flower to press rosin, reporting a great yield with uplifting yet sedating effects and solid bag appeal, concluding they would definitely "squish" this strain again.
4. South Point 💩 51
Trending Products: 1 | Reviewers: 1 | Sentiment Summary: South Point is facing skepticism as their latest drop failed to live up to the high THC and terpene percentages listed on the label.
South Point - Turbo Diesel
Reviewer: u/theflowerrman
[6/10] Although the presentation was excellent and the high was relaxing, the reviewer felt the experience didn't match the hype of the 32% THC label. They found the flavour distinct but underwhelming and expressed no rush to restock.
5. Tribal 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 48
Trending Products: 5 | Reviewers: 5 | Sentiment Summary: Tribal is the clear winner for consistency this week, with consumers absolutely loving their diverse range of flowers and cartridges.
Tribal - Cuban Linx & Porto Liche
Reviewers: u/Informal_Product_122 & u/Calbey
[7/10] & [8/10] The Cuban Linx continues to be a staple for those seeking a motivating, euphoric high. Similarly, the Porto Liche pre-rolls were described as a smooth smoke with a sweet, herbal flavour profile that provided a balanced energy perfect for a productive weekend.
Tribal - Bubble Up (Flower & 510 Cart)
Reviewers: u/DougFromWpg & u/IndependentRatio7633
[9/10] & [10/10] The Bubble Up line is receiving rave reviews across formats. The 510 cart was praised for its pure live resin flavour and ceramic hardware, while the flower was described as beautifully grown with an amazing smell and taste.
Tribal - Neon Sunshine
Reviewers: u/DiscordLocked & u/IndependentRatio7633
[8/10] & [10/10] This strain is being highly recommended for its tropical guava and lemon notes. While one reviewer preferred a gassier profile, they still admitted the high was great, while the other reviewer found it superior to competitors and plans to buy more.
6. BLKMKT 🔥🔥 43
Trending Products: 2 | Reviewers: 2 | Sentiment Summary: BLKMKT maintains its reputation for premium quality, delivering heavy-hitting effects and complex aromatic profiles.
Blk Mkt - Blue Pave
Reviewer: u/Upstairs-Tea-1769
[9/10] This flower impressed with a gassy, mango, and peppery nose. The reviewer noted a smooth burn and a heavy, relaxing "behind the eyes" high that transitioned into a calming body buzz.
Blk Mkt - Peanut Butter Mac
Reviewer: u/Novel_Emu5487
[10/10] Described as some of the best flower the reviewer has had, this product earned a perfect score for its dense nugs, sweet smoke, and effective pain relief.
7. Happy Hour 💩 31
Trending Products: 1 | Reviewers: 1 | Sentiment Summary: Happy Hour is being viewed as a strictly "budget" option that fails to excite the senses.
Happy Hour - Guava Biscotti Organic Smalls
Reviewer: u/DougFromWpg
[6/10] While it served its purpose as budget medicine, the reviewer noted a muted scent and lacklustre appearance, stating they likely would not purchase it again.
8. Corner Boys 💩 31
Trending Products: 1 | Reviewers: 1 | Sentiment Summary: Corner Boys is receiving mixed-to-negative feedback due to a lack of strain authenticity.
Corner Boys - The Goods (GMO)
Reviewer: u/george5869
[7/10] The reviewer was confused by the fruity profile of this product, which contradicted the typical funky profile of a GMO strain. While the high was impressive and the price was right, the lack of phenotype transparency left the reviewer disappointed.
9. Nugz 💩 23
Trending Products: 1 | Reviewers: 1 | Sentiment Summary: Nugz is facing a significant quality control backlash despite having a potent and affordable product.
Nugz - Indica (Triple Burger Pheno #72)
Reviewer: u/IndependentRatio7633
[7/10] This product was a "steal" in terms of price and potency, offering a great sour and rubbery kush flavour. However, the presence of seeds ruined the smoking experience, leading to a negative sentiment score despite the reviewer's intent to rebuy.
10. Deadstock 🔥 20
Trending Products: 1 | Reviewers: 1 | Sentiment Summary: Deadstock is emerging as a hot value brand with great moisture levels and solid effects.
Deadstock - Space Face'r
Reviewer: u/Da_Random1
[9/10] The reviewer found this to be an excellent bargain, highlighting the dank aromas and bold flavours. The buds were well-cured with decent moisture, providing a "chill" effect that exceeded expectations for the price point.
Final Thoughts for the Weekend
Whether you are looking for a reliable heavy-hitter like Tribal or taking a chance on a budget-friendly find like Deadstock, this week’s data shows that quality and hardware consistency remain the top priorities for Canadian consumers. The market moves fast, and sentiment can shift as quickly as a new batch hits the shelves.
To stay ahead of the curve before your next dispensary run, we invite you to explore more of our data-driven insights:
- Check the Live List: See the rankings update in real-time to catch the latest 4-hour trends.
- Brand Spotlights: Dive deeper into your favourite companies to see their historical performance and flavour profiles.
- Monthly Buy Reports: Look at the long-term winners with our comprehensive wrap-ups of the best-valued products each month.
