Blog
Explainers on how legal cannabis retail works in Canada and how we build this directory, from the Where’s The Weed At editorial team. Every post cites the official sources it uses. Information only, not legal advice.
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How cannabis retail registries differ across Canada
Each province and territory publishes its list of legal cannabis stores differently. What the 13 official lists contain and what that means for you.
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What “licensed retailer” means, province by province
Legal cannabis stores are licensed, permitted, authorized or government-run, depending on where you are. Who can legally sell cannabis in each region.
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Why we list only licensed cannabis stores
Our directory includes only stores on official provincial and territorial lists. Why we chose that, what the law says, and what we leave out on purpose.
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How to report an unlicensed or closed cannabis store
Where to report an unlicensed cannabis store or website in Canada, how to raise a concern about a licensed store, and how to tell us about a closed listing.
Looking for the rules?
Our guides cover legal age, possession limits, ID, delivery and travel, and each province and territory page lists its licensed stores. See also how we verify listings and the FAQ.