# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0001783875
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**Filing Date:** 2023-3
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001279569-23-000379.hdr.sgml**: 20230330

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001279569-23-000379

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20230330

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Results of Operations and Financial Condition

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20230330

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20230330

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**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** 4Front Ventures Corp.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001783875
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** MEDICINAL CHEMICALS & BOTANICAL PRODUCTS [2833]
- **IRS NUMBER:** 000000000
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** A1
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 000-56075
- **FILM NUMBER:** 23781694

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 2900-550 BURRARD STREET
- **CITY:** VANCOUVER
- **STATE:** A1
- **ZIP:** V6C 0A3
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** (602) 682-7037

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 2900-550 BURRARD STREET
- **CITY:** VANCOUVER
- **STATE:** A1
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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**WASHINGTON, DC 20549**

**FORM 8-K**

**CURRENT REPORT**

**PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D)**

**OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934**

**Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 30, 2023**

**4FRONT VENTURES CORP.**

**(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter}**

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| **<u>British Columbia</u>** | **<u>000-56075</u>** | **<u>83-4168417</u>** |
| **(State or Other Jurisdiction**<br> **of Incorporation)** | **(Commission**<br> **File Number)** | **(IRS Employer**<br> **Identification No.)** |

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**5060 N. 40th Street, Suite 120**

**<u>Phoenix, Arizona 85018</u>**

**(Address of principal executive offices including zip code)**

**<u>(602) 633-3067</u>**

**(Registrant's telephone number including area code)**

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

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| **Title of each class** | **Trading Symbol(s)** | **Name of each exchange on which registered** |
| Class A Subordinate Voting Shares, no par value | FFNTF | OTCQX |
|  | FFNT | CSE |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☒

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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| **Item 2.02.** | **Results of Operations and Financial Condition.** |

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On March 30, 2023, 4Front Ventures Corp. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2022, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

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| **Item 9.01.** | **Financial Statements and Exhibits** |

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(d) Exhibits:

<u>Exhibit No.</u> <u>Exhibit</u> <br> [99.1](ex991.htm) [Press Release dated March 30, 2023](ex991.htm)

**SIGNATURE**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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|  | **4FRONT** | **VENTURES CORP.** |
| Date: March 30, 2023 | | /s/ Leonid Gontmakher |
|  |  | Leonid Gontmakher |
|  |  | Chief Executive Officer |

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## Exhibit 99.1

**Exhibit 99.1**

**4Front Ventures Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results**

*Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue of $139.4 million for FY 2022 and $35.6 million for Q4 2022, representing a 6% YoY increase for each*

*FY 2022 Adjusted EBITDA of $27.7 million as compared to $33.9 million in FY 2021*

*Strengthened balance sheet with cash totaling $15.2 million as of year-end*

*Acquired, opened, or upgraded cultivation and manufacturing facilities across the platform to reach an industry-leading standard*

*Fortified best-in-class management team*

*Achieved positive operational cash flow as of March 2023*

*Signed definitive documents to acquire third retail license in Illinois*

PHOENIX, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ - <u>4Front Ventures Corp.</u> (CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF) ("4Front" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator and retailer, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ("Q4 2022") and full year ended December 31, 2022 ("FY 2022"). All financial information is presented in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.

**FY 2022 Highlights**

* Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue increased 6% year-over-year to $139.4
million

* GAAP revenue increased 13% year-over-year to $118.5 million 

* Adjusted EBITDA of $27.7 million as compared to $33.9 million
for the year ended 2021 ("FY 2021")

* Cash totaled $15.2 million as of December 31, 2022

**Q4 2022 Highlights**

* Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue increased 6% year-over-year to $35.6
million

* GAAP revenue increased 11% year-over-year to $31.6 million

<br> Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA are Non-GAAP measures. See "Note Regarding Non-GAAP Measures, Reconciliation, and Discussion." <br>

**Management Commentary**

Leo Gontmakher, Chief Executive Officer of 4Front, said: "Despite the challenging and unpredictable operating environment for cannabis in 2022, I could not be prouder of our team for remaining focused on controlling what we could control. We left the year with a stronger balance sheet, a highly experienced management team, and enhanced operating assets to drive significant shareholder value over the next 12 months."

"During the year we bolstered our competitive position in Massachusetts and California with the acquisitions of New England Cannabis Company, Island Cannabis Co., and Bloom Farms, and substantially completed all funded capital improvements throughout our operational footprint to a consistent, industry-leading standard. We have taken the proprietary cultivation and processing techniques we acquired from New England Cannabis Company and implemented them across our core markets, creating an unrivaled, nationwide blueprint of industry-leading SOPs. We have also made substantial additions to our operating team, including Chris Wimmer as General Counsel, Keith Adams as CFO, and Brandon Mills and Ray Landgraf, respectively taking on operating responsibility for the entire footprint. With this bench strength, we are confident in our ability to continue to execute on our growth strategy."

"In Illinois, construction at our Matteson facility is anticipated to conclude in April and operations will commence upon activation of the power supply, which is expected in the third quarter. Additionally, we are pleased to announce we signed definitive documents to acquire a third retail license in the state to support our growing operations. The introduction of our full diverse and unique product range to Illinois customers, and adding to our existing flower and pre-roll products, is expected to provide significant traction as we continue to build market share in the state. With these pieces in place, we are ideally positioned to double the size of our company in Illinois alone over the next 24 months."

"We completed the year with an enhanced balance sheet of $15.2 million in cash. We also continue to make appropriate moves to tighten our cost structure, which allows us to leave the month of March generating positive cash flow from operations. Both of these actions allow the Company to drive its strategic growth plans in what remains a tight capital environment."

Gontmakher concluded, "As we look towards the future, we are excited about how our company is positioned and the prospect of a better operating environment with the possibility of regulatory changes at the federal level. While we continue to navigate this incredibly challenging industry and economic backdrop, we remain focused on generating free cash flow, growing our topline, prudently managing operating costs to maximize shareholder value, and providing high-quality cannabis products to our customers."

**Q4 2022 Operational Highlights** 

* **Continued to outperform in Massachusetts with a record increase in annual revenue of ~20% and market share growth of ~30%**, following the debut of four new brands
and several product launches in the state over the course of FY 2022**.** After being introduced in the third quarter of 2022 ("Q3
2022"), Island flower represented approximately 23% of total flower sales and 21% of total pre-roll sales in Massachusetts from September
to December 2022. Additionally, Crystal Clear concentrates disposable pen sales increased ~41% year-over-year. The Company's success in
Massachusetts can be attributed to the increase in quality of flower following the acquisition of New England Cannabis Corporation in
early 2022, with over one third of flower testing above 30% THC and another one third testing between 25 to 29% THC.

* **Expanded Island offering in Massachusetts with launch of multiple new flower lines,** after the success of the brand's initial debut of packaged flower in Q3
2022. The Company launched Island Mini Prerolls, offered in both classic and infused formats and Classic Single Prerolls, in addition
to new packaging and sizes for the 11 exclusive, previously launched Island strains of flower. The flower lines are available at Mission
Dispensaries, partner dispensaries across the state, and by delivery through Eaze.

* **Strengthened balance sheet**, after completing
FY 2022 with $15.2 million in cash. With the current cash balance, the Company is positioned to operate its current footprint without
the need for additional capital.

**Subsequent Events**

* **Achieved positive operational cash flow as of March 2023**, driven by financial discipline, an optimized supply chain, strong cash flow management, and operational
achievements.

* **Signed definitive documents to acquire an adult use retail dispensary license in Chicago,** furthering 4Front's retail expansion strategy and deepening its vertical
operations in Illinois**.** The Company is also in discussions to acquire additional retail dispensary licenses in the state to reach
the maximum allowable balance of 10.

* **Completion of construction of 4Front's Matteson, Illinois cultivation and production facility expected in April,** including approximately 43,000 square feet of
a total 67,000 square feet of flowering canopy and 70,000 square feet of manufacturing space, for a total of 250,000 square feet. Operations
are expected to commence as soon as access to full facility power has been fulfilled.

* **Expanded brand portfolio and product suite with the launch of 1988 in Massachusetts**, a line of flavored, tobacco-free blunts showing reverence for "1988"
Hip-Hop culture. Available in five flavorful strains, the filterless, slow-burning 1 gram blunts are packed with the Company's top-tier
flower and rolled in tobacco-free blunt cones. The line is now available in Massachusetts at Mission dispensaries and is expected to launch
in Illinois and roll out to partner dispensaries across both states later in 2023.

* **Strengthened board of directors with appointment of Kris Krane**,
4Front Co-Founder and former President of Mission Dispensaries. Krane, regulatory and business strategist, and cannabis industry veteran
has served as a strategic advisor to the Company after stepping down from his role in 2021**.**

**Q4 and FY 2022 Financial Overview**

Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue was $35.6 million for Q4 2022, up 6% from the fourth quarter of 2021 ("Q4 2021"), and $139.4 million for FY 2022, an increase of 6% from the prior year. GAAP revenue was $31.6 million for Q4 2022, up 11% from Q4 2021, and $118.5 million for FY 2022, up 13% from FY 2021.

Adjusted EBITDA was $27.7 million for FY 2022, representing an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 20%

As of December 31, 2022, the Company had $15.2 million of cash and $49.8 million of related-party long-term debt not due until May 2024. As of March 30, 2023, the Company has 642,140,067 subordinate voting shares outstanding.

**Conference Call**

The Company will host a conference call and webcast today, Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. ET to review its financial and operating results and provide an update on current business trends.

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;Date: | &nbsp;&nbsp;Thursday, March 30, 2023 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Time: | &nbsp;&nbsp;5:00 p.m. Eastern Time |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Webcast: | &nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Register</u> |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Dial-in: | &nbsp;&nbsp;1-888-664-6392 (North America Toll-Free) |

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The conference call will be available for replay by phone until April 13, 2023, at 1-888-390-0541, replay code: 602227#. Additionally, the webcast will be archived for approximately 90 days following the call and can be accessed via 4Front's <u>Investor Relations website</u>. For assistance, please contact <u>IR@4FrontVentures.com</u>.

**About 4Front Ventures Corp.**

4Front Ventures Corp. ("4Front" or the "Company") (CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF) is a national, vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator who owns or manages operations and facilities in strategic medical and adult-use cannabis markets, including California, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Washington. Since its founding in 2011, 4Front has built a strong reputation for its high standards and low-cost cultivation and production methodologies earned through a track record of success in facility design, cultivation, genetics, growing processes, manufacturing, purchasing, distribution, and retail. To date, 4Front has successfully brought to market more than 20 different cannabis brands and over 1800 products, which are strategically distributed through its fully owned and operated Mission dispensaries and retail outlets in its core markets. As the Company continues to drive value for its shareholders, its team is applying its decade of expertise in the sector across the cannabis industry value chain and ecosystem. For more information, visit <u>https://4frontventures.com/</u>.

**<br> 4FRONT VENTURES CORP.<br> Consolidated Balance Sheets**

**(Amounts expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars except for share and per share data)**

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**As of December 31,** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**As of December 31,** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2022** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2021** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**ASSETS** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current assets: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Cash | &nbsp;&nbsp;$15190 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$22581 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts receivable, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;7391 | &nbsp;&nbsp;1946 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Other receivables | &nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;289 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of lease receivables | &nbsp;&nbsp;3810 | &nbsp;&nbsp;3630 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Inventory | &nbsp;&nbsp;25592 | &nbsp;&nbsp;20087 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of notes receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;109 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Prepaid expenses and other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;1207 | &nbsp;&nbsp;2232 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Total current assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;53267 | &nbsp;&nbsp;50874 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Property, plant, and equipment, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;56906 | &nbsp;&nbsp;42633 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Lease receivables | &nbsp;&nbsp;5611 | &nbsp;&nbsp;6748 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Intangible assets, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;30927 | &nbsp;&nbsp;26246 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Goodwill | &nbsp;&nbsp;53955 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23155 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Right-of-use assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;138451 | &nbsp;&nbsp;100519 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Deposits | &nbsp;&nbsp;5615 | &nbsp;&nbsp;5364 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**TOTAL ASSETS** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$344732** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$255539** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**LIABILITIES** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current liabilities: |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Accounts payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;$12701 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$2131 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;14265 | &nbsp;&nbsp;9411 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Taxes payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;36577 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23968 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Derivative liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;3502 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of contract liabilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;369 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of convertible notes | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;2784 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of lease liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;4479 | &nbsp;&nbsp;3629 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Current portion of notes payable and accrued interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;9059 | &nbsp;&nbsp;3413 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Total current liabilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;77450 | &nbsp;&nbsp;48838 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Convertible notes | &nbsp;&nbsp;14843 | &nbsp;&nbsp;14641 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Notes payable and accrued interest from related party | &nbsp;&nbsp;49807 | &nbsp;&nbsp;48266 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Long term notes payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;10456 | &nbsp;&nbsp;1709 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Long term accounts payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;1362 | &nbsp;&nbsp;1200 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Contract liabilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;2000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Contingent consideration payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;2393 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Construction finance liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;16000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Deferred tax liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;8278 | &nbsp;&nbsp;7849 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Lease liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;136185 | &nbsp;&nbsp;93111 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**TOTAL LIABILITIES** | &nbsp;&nbsp;316381 | &nbsp;&nbsp;218007 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Equity attributable to 4Front Ventures Corp. |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Subordinate Voting Shares (no par value, unlimited shares authorized, <br> 643,416,275 and 594,181,604 shares issued and outstanding as of <br> December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively) | &nbsp;&nbsp;304602 | &nbsp;&nbsp;274120 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Additional paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;59411 | &nbsp;&nbsp;52197 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Deficit | &nbsp;&nbsp;(335755) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(288857) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Non-controlling interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;93 | &nbsp;&nbsp;72 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY** | &nbsp;&nbsp;28351 | &nbsp;&nbsp;37532 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$344732** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$255539** |

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**<br> 4FRONT VENTURES CORP.<br> Consolidated Statements of Operations**

**(Amounts expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars except for share and per share data)**

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**For the Years Ended** **<br> December 31,** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**For the Years Ended** **<br> December 31,** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2022** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2021** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**REVENUE** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Revenue from sale of goods | &nbsp;&nbsp;$106217 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$93387 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Real estate income | &nbsp;&nbsp;12360 | &nbsp;&nbsp;11179 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Total revenues** | &nbsp;&nbsp;118577 | &nbsp;&nbsp;104566 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Cost of goods sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;(77426) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(55170) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Gross profit** | &nbsp;&nbsp;41151 | &nbsp;&nbsp;49396 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**OPERATING EXPENSES** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Selling and marketing expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;23908 | &nbsp;&nbsp;20478 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;General and administrative expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;31677 | &nbsp;&nbsp;27609 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Depreciation and amortization | &nbsp;&nbsp;3188 | &nbsp;&nbsp;5102 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Equity based compensation | &nbsp;&nbsp;7214 | &nbsp;&nbsp;10081 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Transaction and restructuring related expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;2157 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;13184 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Total operating expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;81328 | &nbsp;&nbsp;63270 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Loss from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;(40177) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(13874) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Other income (expense)** |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Interest income | &nbsp;&nbsp;32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;15 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Interest expense | &nbsp;&nbsp;(12685) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(13704) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Change in fair value of derivative liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;3502 | &nbsp;&nbsp;832 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss on lease termination | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;(1210) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss on disposal | &nbsp;&nbsp;(609) | &nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Gain (loss) on litigation settlement | &nbsp;&nbsp;(250) | &nbsp;&nbsp;3768 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;13217 | &nbsp;&nbsp;(185) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Total other income (expense), net** | &nbsp;&nbsp;3207 | &nbsp;&nbsp;(10484) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net loss before income taxes** | &nbsp;&nbsp;(36970) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(24358) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Income tax expense** | &nbsp;&nbsp;(9907) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(13931) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net loss** | &nbsp;&nbsp;(46877) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(38289) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest** | &nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;20 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net loss attributable to shareholders** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(46898)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(38309)** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Basic and diluted loss per share** | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(0.06) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted average number of shares outstanding, basic and** **<br> diluted** | &nbsp;&nbsp;632951141 | &nbsp;&nbsp;590998816 |

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**Note Regarding Non-GAAP Measures, Reconciliation, and Discussion**

In this press release, 4Front refers to certain non-GAAP financial measures such as Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. These measures do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. 4Front defines Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue as total revenue plus revenue from entities with which the Company has a consulting contract, or effectively similar relationship (net of any consulting fee or effectively similar revenue) but does not consolidate the financial results of per U.S. GAAP ASC 810. 4Front considers this measure to be an appropriate indicator of the growth and scope of the business.

Adjusted EBITDA is defined by the Company as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization less share-based compensation expense and one-time charges related to acquisition, financing related costs, and other non-recurring expenses. 4Front considers these measures to be an important indicator of the financial strength and performance of our business.

**Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue Reconciliation for the Year Ended December 31, 2022<br> ($ in 000's)** 

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Revenue (GAAP) | &nbsp;&nbsp;$118577 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Less: Managed Asset Income | &nbsp;&nbsp;12360 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Plus: Systemwide Revenue Adjustment | &nbsp;&nbsp;33144 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue (non-GAAP) | &nbsp;&nbsp;$139361 |

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**Forward Looking Statements**

Statements in this news release that are forward looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties concerning the specific factors disclosed here and elsewhere in 4Front Ventures' periodic filings with securities regulators. When used in this news release, words such as "will, could, plan, estimate, expect, intend, may, potential, believe, should," and similar expressions, are forward-looking statements.

Forward looking statements may include, without limitation, statements related to future developments and the business and operations of 4Front Ventures, statements regarding when or if transactions will close or if and when required conditions to closing are attained, the completion of construction projects, the Company's ability to increase revenue and market share and become cash-flow positive, the impact of transactions on the business of 4Front, and other statements regarding future developments of the business. Although 4Front Ventures has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those contained in the forward looking statements, there can be other factors that cause results, performance, or achievements not to be as anticipated, estimated, or intended, including but not limited to closing conditions, regulatory and permitting approvals, changes in laws or enforcement of existing laws, limited operating history, reliance on management, requirements for additional financing, competition, limits on market growth and state adoption due to inconsistent public opinion and perception of the medical-use and adult-use marijuana industry, and political change.

There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate or that management's expectations or estimates of future developments, circumstances, or results will materialize. As a result of these risks and uncertainties, the results or events predicted in these forward looking statements may differ materially from actual results or events.

Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking statements. The forward looking statements in this news release are made as of the date of this release. 4Front disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise such information, except as required by applicable law, and 4Front does not assume any liability for disclosure relating to any other company mentioned herein.

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**For further information:** 4Front Investor Contacts: Andrew Thut, Chief Investment Officer, IR@4frontventures.com, 602 633 3067; Courtney Van Alstyne, MATTIO Communications, courtney@mattio.com, 647 548 9032; 4Front Media Contacts: Ellen Mellody, MATTIO Communications, ellen@mattio.com, 570 209 2947

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