KEY FACTS — CANNA CABANA - PORTAGE AVE

Address: 1485 Portage Ave, Winnipeg MB R3G 0W4
Hours: Daily 10am–10pm
Price Range: CAD $6–$50
Province Licence: LGCA Licensed Cannabis Retailer
Tourist-Friendly: Yes – ID required (19+ in MB)
Founded: 2020
Neighbourhood: St. James – Portage Avenue

About Canna Cabana – Portage Ave

Canna Cabana's Portage Avenue location sits on one of Winnipeg's most important commercial arteries, the east-west spine that crosses the city from downtown to the suburban ring. The St. James section of Portage Ave is a high-traffic retail and service corridor serving one of Winnipeg's established working-class neighbourhoods, and Canna Cabana's value-oriented pricing model aligns well with the community's practical, budget-conscious shopping culture. Part of High Tide Inc. national network, this location carries a broad range of Manitoba-approved cannabis products at consistently competitive prices. Staff are LGCA-certified and the store operates Manitoba's required retail display protocols.

Manitoba's cannabis retail landscape is regulated by the LGCA, which oversees licensing, inspections, and compliance for all provincial cannabis retailers. Unlike some other provinces, Manitoba maintains specific requirements around retail display, store layout, and staff training that all licensed retailers including Canna Cabana must comply with.

Buying Cannabis in Winnipeg: What You Need to Know

Manitoba 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 Canna Cabana – Portage Ave 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, Canna Cabana – Portage Ave stocks products across all legal categories permitted under the Cannabis Act and Manitoba’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 Canna Cabana – Portage Ave can guide customers toward products that match their preferences and budget.

Visiting Canna Cabana – Portage Ave as a Tourist

Canada welcomes cannabis tourism and Canna Cabana – Portage Ave 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. Canna Cabana – Portage Ave 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 Manitoba 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 Winnipeg?

Cannabis consumption is permitted in private residences and some designated outdoor areas in Manitoba, 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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