Since October 17, 2018, Canada has become the second country in the world, after Uruguay, to legalize and regulate the production, distribution, and consumption of cannabis. The Cannabis Act, which is a federal law, establishes the legal framework applicable to all provinces, while allowing provincial and territorial governments to impose restrictions.

In Quebec, specific provisions of the Act regulating cannabis apply. For example, unlike the federal law which sets the legal age for purchase and possession at 18, it is set at 21 in Quebec.

Regarding possession, a maximum of 30 grams of dried cannabis is allowed in a public place, although certain areas, such as school grounds, completely prohibit possession, regardless of the quantity. Additionally, the use of cannabis is banned in all public places, both indoors and outdoors.

For private residences, the maximum possession limit is 150 grams of dried cannabis, which applies to the entire residence, regardless of the number of occupants.

Finally, unlike federal law, the cultivation of cannabis for personal use and the possession of plants are prohibited in Quebec. Since laws can vary from province to province, it is essential to be informed about the legislation in force when traveling.