Consumer of cannabis? You should know these important things.
At Loft Cannabis Market we want to not only be your trusted source for cannabis products and accessories but for the rules as well. Keeping you and your loved ones safe is paramount. With cannabis legalization in full force in Canada, it is important for you to be aware of the laws associated with its use. Follow along as LOFT outlines some of the regulations federally, provincially and municipally so you can be educated and prepared. Remember, this isn’t a complete list so check out the sites linked below for additional details.
Although at times vague, it is important to be aware of the Cannabis Act as set by the Federal Government. The Cannabis Act aims to keep cannabis out of the hands of youth, keep profits out of the pockets of criminals, and protect public health and safety by allowing adults access to legal cannabis. Under Federal law, regulations state that adults who are 18 years of age or older are legally able to:
Possess up to 30 grams of legal cannabis, dried or equivalent in non-dried form in public
Share up to 30 grams of legal cannabis with other adults
Buy cannabis products from a provincially licensed retailer (that’s us!)
Purchase cannabis online from federally licensed producers in provinces and territories without a regulated retail framework
Grow up to 4 cannabis plants per residence for personal use
Make cannabis products, such as food and drinks, at home for personal use
Additionally:
Driving while under the influence of cannabis is illegal and will result in disciplinary measures
You cannot cross the border with any cannabis or associated product, even if you are a medical user.
Industry-wide rules and standards, including:
Types of cannabis products available for sale
Packaging and labelling requirements for products
Standardized serving sizes and potency
Exclusions on the use of certain ingredients
Tracking requirements of cannabis from seed to sale to keep it out of the illegal market
Restrictions on promotional activities and events
The Government of Alberta sets the stage for cannabis use within the province, stating that:
The minimum age for cannabis consumption will be aligned with Alberta’s legal drinking and smoking age (18+)
The AGLC manages wholesale and distribution
When buying cannabis, privately run cannabis stores can sell cannabis and accessories under strict regulations. (the AGLC operates online sales)
Smoking and vaping are restricted in areas frequented by children, and in other public places where smoking is prohibited
When growing cannabis, Albertans can have up to 4 plants per household
Adults can possess up to 30 grams of legally produced cannabis in public
Cannabis consumption is not allowed in motor vehicles. Consequences will be the same as alcohol-impaired driving
If you are found to be impaired in the workplace, existing regulations and programs will be implemented to address the risk
Following in suit with the other governmental regulations, the City of Calgary states that:
Cannabis may be consumed on private property in any form
Consumption of recreational cannabis is prohibited in any form within public places
Medical cannabis can be smoked or vaped in public places that are allowed under both municipal and provincial laws
Cannabis can be purchased at approved, licensed stores in Calgary (us, again!)
Cannabis cannot currently be consumed in cannabis retail locations
Cannabis retail locations are will only be granted approval if they meet the following guidelines
Please note that this is in no way legal advice and simply provides as an outline for cannabis consumption in Alberta. Please read the regulations carefully and never hesitate to reach out to your local elected officials. Want to talk more about it? Reach out to the team at LOFT – we always enjoy chatting cannabis.