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Travelling With Cannabis From B.C.: Flights, Provinces and Borders

B.C. permits up to 30 g dried equivalent on Canadian air travel, but provincial rules vary and international border crossing with cannabis is illegal without federal authorization.

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Key takeaways

  • B.C. says up to 30 g dried equivalent of non-medical cannabis may be possessed on Canadian flights and in airports.
  • Rules such as legal age and where use is allowed differ across provinces; check the destination jurisdiction.
  • Do not take cannabis across Canada’s international border without a Health Canada permit or exemption.
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Flying within Canada

B.C. says a person may possess up to 30 grams dried equivalent of non-medical cannabis in Canada, including at airports and on airplanes. This is a possession ceiling, not advice about carrier policies or where cannabis may be used. For screening and carry-on details, check CATSA's current cannabis guidance, and confirm any additional carrier requirements.

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Going to another province

Provincial laws differ, including the minimum age and rules about buying and consuming cannabis. B.C. directs travellers to check the destination province or territory. Do not assume a B.C. retail or use rule applies after crossing a provincial boundary. For a B.C.-specific summary of age and possession limits, see the B.C. age and possession guide.

Crossing an international border

Do not bring cannabis into or out of Canada without a Health Canada permit or exemption. The CBSA rule applies regardless of quantity, medical authorization or the destination's cannabis laws. CBD products are included. A domestic possession allowance does not create an international travel exception.

Quick FAQ

Can I fly within Canada with cannabis?

B.C. says adults may possess up to 30 g dried equivalent of non-medical cannabis in Canada, including airports and airplanes. Carrier and destination rules may also matter.

Can I take cannabis to another Canadian province?

B.C. says provincial laws differ, including age and where cannabis may be bought or used. Check the destination province's current rules before travelling.

Can I take cannabis across the Canada-U.S. border?

No. CBSA says importing or exporting cannabis without a Health Canada permit or exemption is illegal, even when the amount is small or cannabis is legal at the destination.

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