• Where can I consume cannabis?

    Currently, you can smoke or vape your recreational and medical cannabis in your private home, in your unit or on your balcony (depending on your building rules), in many outdoor public places (like sidewalks and parks), in designated guest rooms in hotels, motels or inns, residential boats or vehicles fitted with permanent sleeping accommodations and cooking facilities when parked or anchored and meet other criteria, and in controlled areas in: long-term care homes, certain retirement homes, residential hospices, provincially-funded supportive housing, designated psychiatric facilities or veterans’ facilities. However, other laws and policies may apply to restrict cannabis use in these places, such as municipal by-laws, condo by-laws, lease agreements, and the policies of employers and property owners.

  • Can I go into the United States or any other countries with my legally purchased cannabis?

    No. Never cross the border with your legally purchased cannabis. Cannabis remains an illegal drug in the U.S. and many other countries, even despite some states legalizing cannabis for non-medical and medical purposes.

  • Will OCS sell edibles or concentrated extracts?

    Edibles and cannabis concentrates are not currently legal in Canada. The federal government is anticipating that the federal Cannabis Act will be amended to include edible cannabis on or before October 19,2019. Once edibles are part of the federal legal framework, the OCS will integrate these products into its assortment. For more information on the federal government’s plan to legalize edible cannabis, please click here. 

  • Can I consume cannabis at work?

    If you require accommodation for the use of medical cannabis, you should consult your human resources department. As per the Cannabis Act, recreational cannabis can only be consumed in a private residence.

  • Why isn’t cannabis being sold in current LCBO locations?

    In accordance with recommendations made by the Government of Canada’s Task Force on Cannabis Legalization and Regulation, as well as many other public health experts, Ontario’s approach to cannabis retail does not permit cannabis products to be sold alongside alcohol products.

  • Can I bring cannabis products into Canada from the United States?

    No. If you are entering Canada from another country and you have cannabis with you in any form, you must declare it to the Canada Border Services Agency. Not declaring cannabis in your possession at the Canadian border could lead to arrest and prosecution.

  • How can I grow my own plants?

    You may purchase seeds from OCS.ca and are legally permitted to grow up to four plants in your home (not per person).          

  • Who regulates the production and sale of recreational cannabis?

    Through Health Canada, the Government of Canada regulates the production of cannabis, while the Government of Ontario authorizes its distribution and sale.

  • What is the legal age to purchase cannabis?

    In Ontario, you must be at least 19 years of age to buy and possess cannabis.

  • Can I grow cannabis at home?

    Yes. You can grow up to four plants per private residential dwelling (not per person).

  • What happens to the medical cannabis system after legalization?

    The current ability and process to legally purchase medical cannabis will continue to exist. For more information, visit Health Canada or speak to your physician.

  • Can I travel with cannabis outside the province?

    As of October 17, 2018, recreational cannabis will be legal across Canada. The public possession limit of a maximum of 30 grams per individual is the same in all provinces and territories. Crossing the Canadian border with cannabis remains illegal, even after legalization. More information related to cannabis and travelling across the Canadian border can be found on the Government of Canada’s webpage here. 

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