How much cannabis can I legally possess at one time?
An adult (18+) in Alberta is legally allowed to possess up to 30 grams of legally produced dried-cannabis (or the equivalent volume in other forms).
The Government of Canada has developed ratios for other cannabis products that can be used to determine a possession limit for those products.
One (1) gram of dried cannabis is equivalent to:
Am I allowed to consume cannabis in public?
Forom province to province, and different municipality’s, the laws on cannabis consumption vary. Be sure to check your city or town’s government website for specific bylaws.
For the city of Edmonton, here are some details on where you can and where you can’t consume:
In your own home and yard. It’s important to know, however, that property owners, landlords, condo boards and rental companies can further restrict the smoking and growing of cannabis on their properties and common areas.
On some sidewalks in Edmonton, except as outlined below.
Within 10 metres from a bus stop or the doorway, window or air intake of a building or patio.
On a patio.
Just like alcohol, you cannot consume in a vehicle. This includes public vehicles like buses, taxis and LRT.
In a vehicle being used as a temporary residence, such as a parked RV.
If transporting cannabis in a vehicle, cannabis will need to be contained in closed packaging and out of reach of the driver and any other occupants of the vehicle.
At some festivals and public events, but only in designated areas. Signage will indicate their location. Please check each event or festival’s website for more information about their designated smoking areas.
In some parks and trails in Edmonton, except as outlined below.
When the park contains:
On or within any:
Within:
Within an area designated as a no smoking area for cannabis.
Inside any building, including bus shelters, LRT stations and cannabis retail stores.
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For more details please check out the City of Edmonton’s Oficial Cannabis Rules.
How do I consume cannabis?
After purchasing legal cannabis products, you can consume them by:
CBD vs. THC: What’s the difference?
THC and CBD are both cannabinoids derived from the cannabis plant, but they’re different in many ways that may influence your next dispensary purchase.
An easy way to think about it is that THC is defined by what cannabis makes you feel, while the effects of CBD can’t be felt. The important distinction is that, unlike THC, CBD will not intoxicate you. It also addresses one of the most common reasons people choose to use CBD—pain management.
Find more info HERE courtesy of Leafly.
What are Edibles?
Cannabis-infused food and beverage products, absorbed through the digestive tract, providing a smoke-free option. Though it can take much longer than smoking or vaping to feel effects, depending on the dose and potency levels, effects can feel more pronounced and may last longer than what is experienced when smoking or vaping.
Are there medical guidelines for medicinal cannabis?
In Canada, medical use of cannabis is legal if documentation is provided by specific healthcare practitioners.
How can I store my cannabis?
What are the limitations on transporting cannabis?
Sativa vs. Indica, what is the difference?
Cannabis comes from two main plants. Cannabis sativa is a tall plant with thin leaves that produces a chemical that creates an uplifting, energized mood. Cannabis indica grows shorter and denser, and is known to produce a more calming effect. Hybrids can have characteristics of both sativa and indica plants, depending on how they were combined.
What is the difference between cannabis, marijuana, weed and reefer?
There is no difference! Marijuana, weed and reefer are just a few examples of the many terms for cannabis used over the years.
What is cannabis?
Sourced from the flowers, buds or leaves of the cannabis plant, cannabis is a drug used by many people for both recreational and medicinal purposes.
How do I know if I’ve taken too much?
If you start to feel shaky, paranoid, experience delusions or even just feel like you are “too high”, chances are you’ve taken too much. This can happen when you take a larger dose than usual, especially if you’re new to cannabis.
Who can I talk to if I’m worried about my own or my friend’s cannabis use?
Alberta Health Services offers free counselling through their help line, available 24/7 at 1-866-332-2322
I have a medical question about cannabis use.
Talk to your health care practitioner, or contact Health Link at 811 for medical advice.