KEY FACTS — BC CANNABIS STORE - FORT STREET

Address: 1070 Fort St, Victoria BC V8V 3K4
Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 11am–6pm
Price Range: CAD $8–$65
Province Licence: BC LCRB Licensed Cannabis Retailer
Tourist-Friendly: Yes – ID required (19+ in BC)
Founded: 2018
Neighbourhood: Rockland – Fort Street

About BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street

The BC Cannabis Store on Fort Street is Victoria's principal government-operated cannabis retail location, managed by the BC Liquor Distribution Branch and regulated by the LCRB. Opening in late 2018 as one of BC's first licensed cannabis stores, this Fort Street location serves the Rockland and Fairfield neighbourhoods while drawing customers from across Greater Victoria. BC Cannabis Stores operate under the province's direct retail model, offering a comprehensive product range that covers all categories permitted under the Cannabis Act and BC's provincial framework. The Fort Street location benefits from BC's position as Canada's largest cannabis producer by volume, ensuring consistent supply of both established brands and BC-grown craft producers. Staff training under the LCRB's provincial programme ensures consistent, responsible retail service.

Fort Street's character as a transition between downtown Victoria and the residential Rockland area means BC Cannabis Store Fort Street serves a diverse demographic from downtown professionals to established Rockland residents and tourists exploring the city on foot or bicycle.

Buying Cannabis in Victoria: What You Need to Know

British Columbia sets the minimum cannabis purchase age at 19. All purchases require valid government-issued photo ID. Cannabis may only be consumed in private residences or designated consumption spaces — not in public areas or vehicles. The legal possession limit for adults across Canada is 30 grams of dried cannabis (or equivalent) in public.

Canada legalised recreational cannabis nationally under the Cannabis Act in October 2018. All products sold at licensed retailers like BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street have undergone mandatory testing by Health Canada-accredited laboratories, ensuring consistent potency, accurate labelling, and absence of harmful pesticides or contaminants.

Products Available

As a provincially licensed cannabis retailer, BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street stocks products across all legal categories permitted under the Cannabis Act and British Columbia’s regulatory framework:

Dried flower (by the gram, in pre-packaged quantities)
Pre-rolls (single and multi-packs, mixed formats)
Edibles (chocolates, gummies, baked goods)
Cannabis beverages (sparkling drinks, teas, sodas)
Oils, capsules, and sublingual sprays
Concentrates and extracts (hash, live resin, shatter, distillate)
Vaporizers and cartridges
Topicals (lotions, balms, transdermal patches)
Accessories (vaporizers, rolling papers, pipes, grinders)

All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). Staff at BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street can guide customers toward products that match their preferences and budget.

Visiting BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street as a Tourist

Canada welcomes cannabis tourism and BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street regularly serves visitors from abroad. To purchase legally, visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID (passport, national ID card, or driver’s licence) confirming they meet the minimum age requirement of 19+.

Critical reminder for international visitors: it is illegal to take cannabis purchased in Canada across international borders, including the US-Canada border. This applies regardless of the legal status of cannabis in the destination. Cannabis must be consumed or disposed of before attempting to cross any international border.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I buy cannabis here as a tourist?

Yes. BC Cannabis Store – Fort Street serves all adult customers who can present valid government-issued photo ID confirming they are 19+. There is no requirement to be a Canadian resident or citizen.

Can I take my purchase across the border?

No. Transporting cannabis across international borders is illegal under Canadian federal law and the laws of all destination countries, including the United States. Never attempt to cross the US-Canada border with cannabis in your possession.

What is the legal possession limit in Canada?

Adults aged 19+ in British Columbia may legally possess up to 30 grams of dried cannabis or equivalent in public. Larger amounts may be stored privately at home.

Where can I consume cannabis in Victoria?

Cannabis consumption is permitted in private residences and some designated outdoor areas in British Columbia, but prohibited in vehicles, indoor public spaces, workplaces, and near schools or playgrounds. Tourists should consume only in private accommodation with the host’s permission.

DRUG TEST CTA — BORDER TRAVELLERS

Crossing the border? Know your THC detection window.

Cannabis purchased legally in Canada cannot cross international borders. THC can remain detectable in urine for up to 30 days in regular users, 3–5 days for infrequent users, and up to 90 days in hair. Know the facts before you travel.

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