Canada Cannabis Laws & Dispensary Guide
Direct answer: Cannabis is legal for adult use across Canada under the federal Cannabis Act, but provinces and territories control the retail model, minimum age, consumption rules, and delivery options.
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Key facts about cannabis in Canada
- Adults may possess up to 30 grams of dried cannabis, or the legal equivalent, in public.
- The minimum age is 18 in Alberta and 19 in most provinces; Quebec requires 21.
- Home cultivation is federally limited to four plants per residence, with provincial exceptions.
Common questions
Can tourists buy cannabis in Canada?
Yes. Visitors who meet the minimum age where they purchase may buy from licensed retailers, but cannabis cannot cross Canada's international borders.
Can cannabis be delivered in Canada?
Yes. Authorized provincial stores and some licensed private retailers offer delivery, subject to provincial rules.
Where can cannabis be purchased legally?
Buy only from a provincially licensed storefront or an authorized provincial online store.