KEY FACTS — DUTCH LOVE - JOHNSON STREET

Address: 1107 Johnson St, Victoria BC V8V 3N8
Hours: Daily 10am–9pm
Price Range: CAD $7–$55
Province Licence: BC LCRB Licensed Cannabis Retailer
Tourist-Friendly: Yes – ID required (19+ in BC)
Founded: 2021
Neighbourhood: Downtown Victoria – Johnson Street

About Dutch Love – Johnson Street

Dutch Love on Johnson Street brings its premium cannabis retail concept to the heart of downtown Victoria, one of Canada's most visited tourism destinations. Located steps from the Inner Harbour, the Royal BC Museum, and the iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel, this location caters heavily to the tourist economy that drives much of Victoria's commercial activity from May through October. The store's welcoming, gallery-style design is particularly effective at serving first-time buyers and curious tourists who want to experience Canada's legal cannabis market in a comfortable, informative environment. Dutch Love staff are trained to assist international visitors in understanding BC's cannabis regulations, consumption rules, and the prohibition on taking cannabis across international borders, including the nearby Washington State border.

Victoria receives millions of tourists annually via ferry from Vancouver, seaplanes, and cruise ships docking at Ogden Point. Many of these visitors come from the United States, where cannabis legality varies by state. Dutch Love Johnson Street staff are experienced in serving American tourists and ensuring they understand the cross-border prohibition before making any purchase.

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 Dutch Love – Johnson 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, Dutch Love – Johnson 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 Dutch Love – Johnson Street can guide customers toward products that match their preferences and budget.

Visiting Dutch Love – Johnson Street as a Tourist

Canada welcomes cannabis tourism and Dutch Love – Johnson 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. Dutch Love – Johnson 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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