He started as a pro hockey player, then became the largest marijuana exporter in Canada. When the threat to his life from other drug lords became too dangerous, he quit the game, got sober, and ended up a heart forward humanitarian and mental health advocate.
You can also watch the National Geographic Episode on Locked up Abroad about Ryan's journey "King of Weed"
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