Shopping For Legal Cannabis

Discover the benefits of choosing Ontario grown cannabis: supporting local growers, exploring homegrown products and ...  Read More Why Buy Ontario Grown Cannabis?

The next crop of products brings nostalgic fan-favourite flavours and new formats. Explore all the innovation and ind...  Read More Coming Soon: New Cannabis Products for June 2025

Bold flavours, innovative formats and more: the newest line-up is here with tasty beverages, fresh cannabinoid combin...  Read More Coming Soon: New Cannabis Products for May 2025

This woman-led shop in Toronto’s Leslieville neighbourhood is a hub for all things cannabis, comfort and community.    Read More Store Highlight: K’s Pot Shop

Whether you’re planning to get outside with friends or enjoy quiet moments on the couch as winter melts away, you’ll ...  Read More Coming Soon: New Cannabis Products for March 2025

Homegrown success Purple Tree Cannabis has a family-owned feel and deep roots in the Mississauga, Ont., community.  Read More Store Highlight: Purple Tree Cannabis

From berry-forward beverages and diamond-infused vapes to craft pre-rolls and sweet edibles, our new product lineup o...  Read More Coming Soon: New Cannabis Products for February 2025

In North York, Ont., Ashario Finch is bringing CBD products and a wellness-first cannabis experience to its local com...  Read More Store Highlight: Ashario Finch

With a nod to the owner’s Chinese roots, Má Cannabis in downtown Toronto is merging the old with the new.  Read More Store Highlight: Má Cannabis

Nestled a 10-minute walk from Lake Simcoe, Star Buds Cannabis Co. in Innisfil, Ont., is a cozy cannabis shop with ove...  Read More Store Highlight: Star Buds Cannabis Co.

Specializing in an array of hash products, this sleek cannabis store in uptown Waterloo, Ont. offers a welcoming envi...  Read More Store Highlight: Uptown Herb

Experience the fall colours in North Bay, Ont. and stop by Kana Leaf, an Authorized Cannabis Store with deep roots an...  Read More Store Highlight: Kana Leaf

In the heart of Ontario cottage country, Authorized Cannabis Store owner Sherrill Brydges is blending community ties ...  Read More Store Highlight: A High Class Joint

This Authorized Cannabis Store is putting community first with local events, dedication to customer service and a tai...  Read More Store Highlight: Spiritleaf Beaches

Each month, we explore a unique Authorized Cannabis Store in Ontario. First up: Curious Cannabis Co., a queer-owned r...  Read More Store Highlight: Curious Cannabis Co.

Go ahead and ask about cannabis potency, strains, popular products and more — but your local budtender may draw the l...  Read More Ask a Bud: Frequently Asked Customer Questions

There’s more than cannabis on offer inside many of the province’s Authorized Cannabis Stores. We spoke to budtenders ...  Read More Ask a Bud: Enjoying the In-Store Experience

From infused pantry staples that add a twist to any meal to locally grown craft flower and terpene-forward concentrat...  Read More 2024 Trends in Cannabis

Resolved to smoke less often? Or just want to avoid the January chill? We spoke to budtenders at three Authorized Can...  Read More Ask a Bud: Smoke-Free Options

Ever wondered what it takes to be a budtender? We spoke to the folks who sell legal cannabis professionally to see wh...  Read More Ask a Bud: How to Become a Budtender

As the stigma starts to shift, seniors are rolling into the world of cannabis with a seasoned sense of curiosity. We...  Read More Ask a Bud: Cannabis for Seniors

Fall is the perfect time to explore some new cannabis flavours, innovative seasonal products and latest serving ideas.  Read More Ask a Bud: Fall in Love with New Cannabis Products and Autumnal Flavours

Budtenders share insight into what to expect when consuming cannabis for the first time. Find out what products are f...  Read More Ask a Bud: What to Know When Shopping for Cannabis for the First Time

Looking for cannabis products that fit your summer needs? Budtenders from Shivaa’s Rose, SunFish Cannabis and Budtime...  Read More Ask a Bud: Cannabis Shopping for Summer Daze

Four government bodies make up the legal cannabis framework, collaborating to fulfill consumer needs in a safe and so...  Read More Legal Cannabis in Ontario: Who Does What?

Because concentrates come in different formats and higher potencies and can require special equipment and accessories...  Read More Ask a Bud: Shopping Concentrates

Whether you’re exploring a new corner of our beautiful province or visiting Ontario for the first time, here’s what ...  Read More Summer Guide to Legal Cannabis

From sparkling water to lemonade and coffee, cannabis beverages have come a long way, offering you many creative meth...  Read More Ask a Bud: Choosing Cannabis Beverages

Ontario farmgate stores provide an interactive shopping trip where visitors can buy products and get a glimpse into t...  Read More Farmgate Stores You Can Visit in Ontario

Explore how cannabis nurseries across Canada produce seeds and clones, from their genetic selection processes to how ...  Read More What Are Cannabis Nurseries?

To make getting your OCS.ca order faster, safer and easier, we’ve expanded our direct-to-door delivery areas, waived...  Read More Fast, Safe and Easy: Try Domain Express, Our Same-Day and Express Delivery Service

If you’ve purchased cannabis, you’ve likely wondered what to do with the leftover jars, cans and even vapes. How can ...  Read More Ask a Bud: Cannabis Packaging Recycling

With 420 celebrations around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start planning for the special occasion and shoppin...  Read More Ask a Bud: Shopping for 420 Celebrations

From selecting the right seeds to planting seedlings outside, there’s lots to consider when it comes to growing canna...  Read More Ask a Bud: Getting Ready to Grow Outdoors

Not sure how to keep your cannabis equipment clean? Whether you’re clearing out your grinder or sanitizing your vape ...  Read More Ask a Bud: Cleaning and Maintaining Cannabis Accessories

With the holiday season upon us, it’s a great time to select the perfect cannabis gift for the adults on your list. F...  Read More Ask a Bud: Gifting Cannabis

Whipping up staples like cannabis oils and butters or homemade edibles can be an exciting way to enjoy cannabis produ...  Read More Ask a Bud: Cooking with Cannabis

It’s that time of year again — Licensed Producers who grow their bud under the sun are headed into the fields to harv...  Read More High Stakes, High Spirits: Celebrating Croptober with Licensed Producers

The secret to easy, convenient, trustworthy cannabis? Shopping legal. Watch this.  Read More Legal Cannabis: No Mystery Here

Terpenes, the fragrant oils found in many types of plants, give cannabis strains their unique aromas and flavours. Bu...  Read More Ask A Bud: Shopping by Terpenes

Craft cannabis, with its hands-on, micro-cultivation processes, serves up THC with a little TLC. Budtender David Whyt...  Read More Ask a Bud: Why Craft — What’s the Difference?

Legacy producers like Ghost Drops and Fritz’s are joining the legal cannabis market, helping make it even more vibran...  Read More From Legacy to Legal: Meet Producers Making the Switch

When it comes to shopping for cannabis, some consumers start by looking for the highest percentage of THC and CBD. Da...  Read More Ask a Bud: Thinking Beyond Percentage and Potency

Vaping is a convenient way to enjoy your favourite cannabis, but a clogged pen can really ruin a session if you don’t...  Read More Ask a Bud: Troubleshooting Your Vape

420 is all about honouring the legacy of cannabis and the people and products behind it. Here’s how we’re celebrating.  Read More In Session: Get Fired Up For 420

Black communities were disproportionately affected by the enforcement of pre-legalization cannabis laws as noted by P...  Read More Three Black-owned Stores Celebrating the Impact of Black Legacy on the Cannabis Industry

As the legal cannabis market expands to include more than 1,000 stores, some Authorized Retailers are finding unique ...  Read More How Four Authorized Retailers Are Standing Out From the Crowd

From Santa snaps to sweet giveaways, these spots will be celebrating the holidays in style.  Read More Deck the Halls: How Four Retailers Are Bringing the Festive Season into Their Stores

From sharing information to pumping each other up on social, meet some indie Retailers who have found ways to work to...  Read More Strength in Numbers: How Independent Retailers Support Each Other for Mutual Success