Recreational Regulations
Regulations concerning the consumption of cannabis for recreational purposes in Saskatchewan have been designed in accordance with Federal regulations. However, they also feature restrictions / allowances that are specific to the Province. Here they are in point form to allow you to have a strong understanding of Saskatchewan cannabis regulations and how you can enjoy cannabis in accordance with SK cannabis laws.
- The minimum age for recreational use of cannabis is 19 in Saskatchewan.
- Areas of allowed use – only in private residences, or on the property of those residences.
- Areas of controlled use – none specified.
- Areas where use is prohibited – ALL public places, and in vehicles.
- Driving restrictions are a fundamental part of Saskatchewan cannabis regulations – driving while under the influence of cannabis is strictly prohibited by law in Saskatchewan. Failure to abide by this legislation can result in any or all of the following repercussions:
- Immediate license suspension
- Financial penalties
- Possible vehicle impoundment
- Possibility of criminal record
- Possibility of jail time
- Place of purchase restrictions – Saskatchewan cannabis laws dictate that you can only buy cannabis online and in private stores, both regulated by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority. Only licensed retailers will be allowed to operate, and products are to have no cohabitation with alcohol. Currently 51 permits have been issued to locations in 32 communities.
- Possession restrictions – individuals aged 19 and up are legally allowed to have a maximum of 30 grams of dried cannabis in their possession in public at any time.
- Transportation restrictions – product transported in a motor vehicle must be sealed in original packaging or located so that it is inaccessible to vehicle occupants.
- Growing restrictions – individuals aged 19 and up are able to grow up to four plants per household, not per person. Renters or condo owners must respect landlord / strata council restrictions in place for those residences if they prohibit growing marijuana.
- Workplace regulations – consuming recreational cannabis in the workplace is illegal in Saskatchewan, unless otherwise explicitly specified by the ownership or management.
Saskatchewan Cannabis Regulations: Medical
In compliance with the Cannabis Act of October, 2018 individuals who have received authorization from the regulatory body of the Canadian Province where they reside may purchase, possess, and consume medical cannabis without personal storage limits in the home, and public possession limits as follows; the lesser of 150 grams or a 30-day supply of dried cannabis (or the equivalent in cannabis product) in addition to the 30 grams allowed for non-medical purposes. Individuals must be able to provide documentation of their medical marijuana authorization if in public possession of cannabis.
Municipal Variances: Recreational & Medicinal
There are no variances between the Province and its SK cannabis laws pertaining to cannabis and regulations for individual municipalities in the Province. Provincial regulations will apply to all cities, towns, and elsewhere in Saskatchewan.
