Get your ACMPR License to Grow Medical Marijuana at Home

ACMPR in Canada

Learn how to access or possess cannabis for your own medical purposes and register with Health Canada under the Cannabis Regulations.

The ACMPR consists of four components.

1. Similar to the MMPR framework. It establishes a framework that allows licensed producers to produce and distribute quality-controlled fresh or dried cannabis or cannabis oil or start materials in safe and sanitary conditions.
2. Similar to the MMAR system. It allows individuals to grow a small amount of cannabis or designate someone who will produce it for them.
3. Provisions are mainly related to the continuation MMPR activities of licensed producers
4. Consequential modifications to other regulations that refer to the MMPR (i.e. Narcotic Control Regulations. New Classes of Practitioners Regulations.) are made to update definitions and expand the product range beyond dried marijuana, and provisions repealing MMPR and establishing the ACMPR’s coming into force on August 24, 2016.

ACMPR in Alberta

ACMPR license Alberta

• Get to know the Alberta cannabis laws;
• You can’t smoke or consume in public places;
• Children can’t go into cannabis shops;
• Driving high is illegal;
• It can’t be reached by anyone in a vehicle;
• Cannabis is for 18+ from licensed shops or albertacannabis.org;
• You can only buy and carry 30 grams at a given time;
• Only 4 plants are allowed per household;

ACMPR in British Columbia

ACMPR license British Columbia

• Get to know the BC cannabis laws;
• Minimum age to purchase, possess and consume cannabis for recreational use in British Columbia is 19;
• Same age as buying alcohol;
• Driving while impaired by drugs is illegal;
• BC’s set of plans and rules was released in October 2018;
• Regulations stipulate a maximum household limit of 1,000g;
• No vaping indoors (except in designated rooms), in vehicles, on buses, near schools, or within six meters from any window, doorway or air intake;
• There are less restrictions on where cannabis can be consumed for medical purposes;
• Oil, capsules, tinctures, topical products, soap & bath products, and cannabis seeds can be sold;

ACMPR in Manitoba

ACMPR license Manitoba

• Get to know the Manitoba cannabis laws;
• Don’t drive after consuming or while consuming cannabis in Manitoba;
• Must be 19+;
• Only licensed retailers can sell;
• Maximum weight of 30g is allowed to carry around;
• Not for public use or consumption; do not use, smoke, or consume in pubic in Manitoba;
• It’s illegal to grow at home;

ACMPR in New Brunswick

ACMPR license New Brunswick

• Get to know the New Brunswick cannabis laws;
• For their personal use in New Brunswick, people aged 19 or older can grow up to four plants;
• 19 is the legal age to possess, grow, or purchase cannabis in New Brunswick;
• Public consumption of cannabis is prohibited;
• Cannabis NB is the sole legal retailer and can only be entered by 19 years old and older;
• When they are not at home, people aged 19 or older can have up to 30g of dried cannabis;
• Cannabis must be secured in the home and not accessible to minors;
• People aged 19 or older can grow up to four plants;
• Driving under the influence is illegal;

ACMPR in Newfoundland and Labrador

ACMPR license Newfoundland and Labrador

• Get to know the Newfoundland and Labrador cannabis laws;
• Cannabis impairment while driving is illegal;
• Legal age for cannabis purchase or possession is 19;
• In public places, you can possess up to 30g of dried cannabis or equivalent;
• Grow up to four cannabis plants per dwelling, not per person;
• You cannot consume cannabis in public places, motor vehicles, or boats, just like the prohibitions on alcohol consumption;

ACMPR in Northwest Territories

ACMPR license Northwest Territories

• Get to know the Northwest Territories cannabis laws;
• The use of cannabis is strictly restricted to private property. It is also prohibited in public places and public spaces that are used by children;
• 19 to possess or consume cannabis is the same age as the legal drinking age for the Northwest Territories;
• All NWT Liquor Stores allow people over 19 to purchase cannabis.You can only purchase cannabis online in the NWT by visiting the website of the NWT Liquor & Cannabis Commission;
• Cannabis consumption in vehicles is illegal;
• Adults 19 and older may possess up to 30g of dried cannabis in public;
• Residents of NWT may have up to four cannabis plants per home;

ACMPR in Nova Scotia

ACMPR license Nova Scotia

• Get to know the Nova Scotia cannabis laws;
• The legal age to possess, use, buy, or grow cannabis in Nova Scotia is 19;
• Adults of legal age can have up to four marijuana plants in a household;
• Adults over 19 years old can purchase cannabis at designated NSLC shops or online;
• You can purchase cannabis from licensed producers, grow it yourself for medical use or have it grown for you by a health care practitioner;
• Cannabis must be kept out of reach of anyone and in a sealed container;
• You can bring up to 30g of dried cannabis or equivalent with you when you go out in public if you are 19 years old or older;
• No limit to how much cannabis you keep at home, as long as it is for your personal use;
• Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation, the sole authorized retailer of recreational marijuana in Nova Scotia;

ACMPR in Nunavut

ACMPR license Nunavut

• Get to know the Nunavut cannabis laws;
• Use and distribution of cannabis in Nunavut is for people aged 19 and over;
• 19 years and older can purchase cannabis from Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Commission online and via phone;
• Most cannabis laws in Nunavut are same as Canada Cannabis Act rules and laws;

ACMPR in Ontario

ACMPR license Ontario

• Get to know the Ontario cannabis laws;
• You can make your own cannabis edibles if you’re 19 or older;
• 19 or over can purchase cannabis online at OCS.ca or in-person at authorized retailer;
• Maximum purchase allowed is 30 grams of dried recreational cannabis for personal use, at one time;
• Do not smoke or vape cannabis in indoor common areas, enclosed public places, schools, within 20 meters of playgrounds,
• You can smoke or vape in private residence, outdoor public places except sidewalks, and parks, smoking rooms in hotels, controlled areas for smoking or vaping;
• Cannabis use and driving is illegal;

ACMPR in Prince Edward Island

ACMPR license Prince Edward Island

• Get to know the Prince Edward Island cannabis laws;
• You must be at least 19 years old to possess, purchase and use recreational marijuana in PEI;
• If you are over 19 years old, it is legal to have up to 30g of cannabis or its equivalent on you while in PEI;
• While in PEI, people in private residences, such as a house, apartment, hotel room, or campsite, and multi-unit dwellings are allowed to use cannabis;
• You will be charged Criminal Code conviction penalties if caught consuming cannabis while driving or under the influence of cannabis in PEI;
• There are four government-owned locations that sell cannabis in PE and e-commerce platform also offers delivery;

ACMPR in Quebec

ACMPR license Quebec

• Get to know the Quebec cannabis laws;
• You could face criminal charges if you are caught purchasing cannabis from someone you know or from any website other than the SQDC;
• You can’t consume cannabis on public roads, bus stops, outdoor commercial spaces, parks, playgrounds, sports venues, on a bike or in your car in Quebec;
• It is against the law to purchase or share cannabis for and with anyone under 21 in Quebec;
• Public possession is limited to 30 grams of dried cannabis and other forms of cannabis, the limit is equivalent to 30 grams;
• Do not drive while consuming or after consuming cannabis in Quebec;

ACMPR in Saskatchewan

ACMPR license Saskatchewan

• Get to know the Saskatchewan cannabis laws;
• Saskatchewan’s legal age for purchasing non-medicinal cannabis and consumption is 19 years old and is the same age as alcohol rules and laws;
• Using cannabis while driving is illegal you you will be charged;
• Public consumption is prohibited due to second-hand smoke health concerns in Saskatchewan;
• Saskatchewan’s government has federal minimum standards for home production and includes a limit of four marijuana plants per household;

ACMPR in Yukon

ACMPR license Yukon

• Get to know Yukon cannabis laws;
• To purchase and use cannabis in Yukon, you must be 19 years of age or older.This is also the same minimum age for purchasing and consuming alcohol in Yukon;
• You must be 19 or older to use and possess cannabis in public places;
• Per purchase, you can buy up 30 grams of dried marijuana.This is the legal limit a person can possess while out in public;
• Plants can only be grown at your home and on adjoining properties and limited to 4 plants per household;
• For personal use, anyone over the age of 19 can grow up to four cannabis plants with legal seeds and plant material can be used to grow plants;

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Wasn’t the ACMPR Repealed with the Cannabis Act?

This is a common question among our community members, and the answer is yes and no.

Technically, as soon as the Cannabis Act was passed on October 17, 2018, the ACMPR was no longer in effect. Although the laws surrounding growing didn’t change much, the name of the program officially changed to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Under the Cannabis Act.

The name ACMPR still holds value, though. Even government officials still refer to it as the

ACMPR, just like all medical growers throughout Canada.

Even with the new recreational laws, it’s safe to say that the ACMPR Canada program isn’t going anywhere.

Cannabis Act in Canada – Everything you Need to Know

Everyone is wondering, what is the Cannabis Act, and how will it affect me?

The idea of cannabis legalization throughout Canada has been in the works for years, and people have mixed feelings about it.

Stricter punishments for those on the grey market side, but the freedom to get as high as we want for those of us following the rules.

If you are interested in legally growing your own medical cannabis, please contact us to learn more.

As of October 17th, 2018 Canadians nationwide can now legally indulge in our favourite green pass-time, without worrying about being hit by the hard hand of Johnny Law.

Still wondering what is the Cannabis Act exactly?

In this article, we explain, in simple easy to understand terms, everything you need to know about the legalization of cannabis in Canada, and the rules that go along with it.

The Basic Facts of the Cannabis Act

Here are the rules and regulations of the Cannabis Act that have been put into place for purchasing and using cannabis, regulations for growing your own plants, and health factors involved when using cannabis.

What is the Cannabis Act?

In simple terms, the Cannabis Act is a set of laws that tell us how, where, and when to use Cannabis.

These laws have been set in place not only allowing for using and purchasing cannabis in all of the provinces but also establishing rules for how to regulate it.

They are set in place to control the production, distribution, and possession of cannabis with a focus on preventing it from getting into the wrong hands, specifically Canadian youth.

What are the laws regarding adult possession?

When you are wondering what the Cannabis Act is exactly, you are probably wondering about possession.

Although the main priority of the Cannabis Act is to prevent young people from possessing cannabis, there are specific laws set in place for adults who want to get high as well.

Each province differs slightly, but in general, the Act states that you must be 18 (or 19) years or older to use recreational weed.

You can’t purchase more than 30 grams at a time, or have more than this amount in public at any time.

You can only purchase the product from an approved retailer in your province or territory, and most provinces are allowing adults to grow four recreational plants per residence (not per person).

So if you have three adults living under your roof you still can only have four plants within the household.

How do the provinces differ in laws?

The laws are generally the same throughout Canada with slight differences from province to province mainly being the age to buy, and whether you can grow it or not.

How do I know if the cannabis I’m purchasing is actually legal?

If you are buying from an overpriced government-run store, consider yourself safe.

If you’re buying a dime bag from a shady dude in the park, no it’s probably not legal. Do you think this guy has ever thought to himself “What is the Cannabis Act?”. Probably not.

First, you need to check the Cannabis Act provincial laws to figure out where you can legally purchase cannabis products within your province.

Depending on where you live you can purchase from government retail shops, online government shops, or private retail storefronts.

During the first year of the Cannabis Act, you can buy seeds and plants, oils, or fresh/dried cannabis from a legal retailer.

After the first year of the Cannabis Act, things like cannabis concentrates and edibles will be for sale, once laws have been established to regulate these products.

When you purchase a product from one of the legal suppliers you’ll notice an excise stamp on the packaging. This stamp proves that it is in fact a legal cannabis product – the stamp colours vary for each province.

Just because it is now legal does this mean it is safe for me to try cannabis?

Let’s be honest, 90% of you reading this have been smoking for years. But, for those who want to try their first dance with sweet lady Jane, here’s a bit of info.

Cannabis is safe for just about everyone, but this does not mean everyone should be using it.

Anyone experiencing health issues should first consult his or her healthcare provider before trying it out.

Even if you are in good health, you still need to be responsible.

For first-time users, always start small and consider things like THC vs. CBD content – don’t start out with a strain that is extremely high in THC.

Don’t mix marijuana with other drugs and always use it in an environment where you feel safe. The main thing to remember is to be responsible and avoid overusing and abusing the product.

Are there any potential health risks to be aware of before using cannabis?

Like any drug, there are always risks involved when overusing a product.

If you are responsible, however, there are very few health risks related to cannabis use. The main thing to keep in mind is that the human brain continues to grow and develop until the age of 25, so anyone younger than this should just be aware and use it responsibly.

Anyone under the legal age – 18 or 19 – should not use cannabis at all. No matter what your age is, smoking or consuming weed can have short-term effects on your memory, attention span, and critical thinking skills. Although this seems like common sense, you should not use cannabis if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

So what’s the deal with growing your own weed?

If you are looking to grow your own, please fill in the form below and we will help you in every way possible.

As we mentioned before, most provinces are allowing for four recreational plants per household.

Each province has its own rules on this topic, so be aware of your province’s regulations before you start growing. If you obtain a medical license from Health Canada you can grow much more than four plants for medicinal use.

The ACMPR Medical Grow License has been replaced by the Cannabis Act Medical Grow License. Click either link to link to find out more.

Click here to use our calculator to find out how much you could grow, and if you already have a license, read up on our article on license renewal.

You also need a special license to sell and distribute, but this process is much more challenging and extensive.

What are the rules for driving while under the influence of cannabis?

No matter where you live in the country, it is always illegal to drive under the influence of drugs. Even if you have only consumed a small amount, you should never drive after using cannabis products.

When you get behind the wheel under the influence you are not only putting yourself at risk, but also others.

This goes for medical users as well, which we DO NOT agree with. Even a low dose of CBD or THC can get you in trouble.

Crossing the Border with Cannabis

Can you bring weed into the states?

Can you bring weed from the states to Canada?

Can you bring weed from province to province?

Here are the Cannabis Act rules and regulations for entering, leaving, and traveling within Canada with marijuana.

According to the Cannabis Act, can you enter Canada with cannabis products?

Even though recreational marijuana is now legal throughout Canada, this does not mean you can cross the border into the country with it.

Regardless of the amount you have or if you have a medical prescription, it is still illegal.

Any cannabis products must be declared to the Canada Border Services Agency when crossing the border and failing to do so could lead to serious fines or a criminal record.

What about leaving Canada with cannabis? Or Bringing weed into the states?

This should come down to common sense. In the current world, we live, you would have to be out of your mind to think our orange friend to the south will let you through the wall with weed.

It is still illegal under the Cannabis Act to transport marijuana, medical or not, out of the country.

Whether you fly or drive across the Canadian border with cannabis you are always risking facing criminal charges and might not be allowed entry into your desired destination.

Are there any laws regarding crossing provincial and territorial borders with cannabis products?

For the most part, you can cross provincial borders with cannabis products, but you must be aware of each province’s laws.

Regardless of which province you are from, you must follow the rules and regulations of the area you are traveling to.

For example, one province may allow use for 18-year-olds but if you travel to a province where the laws require you to be at least 19 you are using cannabis illegally.

What You Need to Know about Cannabis Impairment

We have all “Greened Out” before, even if lie and say we haven’t.

We have already touched on impaired driving under the influence of weed, but what else should you know about cannabis and mental/physical impairment?

Here are the facts on cannabis impairment, how it affects you, how you might be punished by law, and the potential risks of using it while in the workplace.

How does cannabis affect the mind and body and how long do these effects last?

Even after the initial “high” of smoking or consuming weed fades away, you can still be impaired – even up to 24 hours believe it or not.

This is determined by several factors, such as how you ingested it and how much you used it. It can affect your judgment and reaction times, so the main thing to remember is to never drive under the influence.

In today’s world, there is no excuse not to grab a Uber, call a taxi, or use public transportation instead of getting behind the wheel.

What are the potential punishments if you are caught driving under the influence?

You think you saw a lot of alcohol-related traffic stops, well that’s nothing compared to what will come.

Cops will be out in full force trying to get those tax dollars and ruin your day, be careful out there!

Now that recreational cannabis use is legal under the Cannabis Act, police and law enforcement officials are being trained to detect cannabis impairment.

This is especially true for anyone committing traffic violations. If you are pulled over and thought to be under cannabis influence, the officer will perform a series of tests.

These include Standard Field Sobriety Testing, Drug Recognition Expert evaluation, and you might even be asked to give an oral fluid or blood sample.

So your best option? Just don’t drive after using cannabis products of any kind, it’s as simple as that.

What about impairment in the workplace according to the Cannabis Act?

Thinking of having a nice big bowl of the devil’s lettuce on your lunch break? Make sure to get the OK from your boss, or you could find yourself out of a job.

It is the duty of the employer as well as the employee to promote workplace safety and address any potential impairment issues right away.

All in all, it is the employer’s choice when determining how to manage workplace impairment, so just be aware that showing up to work under the influence could lead to possible termination.

Although it may not be illegal to come to work impaired, it is important to promote safety for you and everyone around you.

What is the Cannabis Act, and how Will Affect the Cannabis Industry?

Many licensed producers and distributors of cannabis are wondering how the new laws under the Cannabis Act will affect the industry as a whole.

Even if you are just a small-time producer growing for medical reasons, you might experience some changes with the Cannabis Act. Here’s what you need to know.

What if you already have a license with Health Canada to grow for medical purposes?

If you already have a license with Health Canada to legally produce cannabis for medical reasons under the ACMPR (Access to Cannabis for Medicinal Purposes Regulations), not much changes.

Check out our article about how to renew your current ACMPR, and turn it into a Cannabis Act Grow license.

What if you want to become a licensed producer and sell cannabis commercially?

For those wanting to sell cannabis products, you’ll need to apply for an additional license through Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Once you get licenses from both Health Canada and the CRA, sellers need to follow certain procedures to stay within the laws of the Cannabis Act.

Your product must clearly display the excise stamp that is indicative of your province. Once you start selling you’ll have to calculate and collect the appropriate taxes and then send the excise duty to the CRA with your tax return.

Anyone selling cannabis must follow these protocols, or else they are not considered to be selling a legal product. There are also certain packaging guidelines you have to follow, so study up on this before you start selling.

How will Health Canada monitor the selling and distribution of legal cannabis?

With legalization there will be much more distribution and overall traffic of cannabis products throughout the country.

Health Canada has developed a new system for being able to track the entire lifespan of each cannabis product – all the way from cultivation of the seeds to selling the finished product.

But don’t worry, individual consumers will not have information stored on them – confidentiality is important to Health Canada and your personal information will stay protected.

The Final Verdict on the Cannabis Act

Since the Cannabis Act is still relatively new, each government has the power to alter the existing laws and regulations.

If there is a need, your area’s government can increase the minimum age for using cannabis, set more restrictions on public use, add more rules on personal growing, or lower possession limits.

There will still be a lot of changes coming, new laws, court cases, and problems. It’s hard to say something has become legal, when the added 47 new laws to go along with it.

As always, we say save the trouble and get your medical license to grow your own. This is still legal under the new Cannabis Act, and can save you a lot of trouble, not to mention money.

Medical Marijuana License to Grow up to 500 Plants

Are you wondering how to get a Medical Marijuana License to grow your own medical cannabis in Canada?

Are all the other clinics and doctors asking for medical records when you apply for your license and you simply do not have them?

Have you been waiting months for an appointment, only to be turned away and told you do not qualify for a license to grow medical weed in Canada?

Do you juice, make extracts, edibles, or other methods that require a high number of grams per day but your doctor just does not understand?

These are issues every medical marijuana patient in Canada faces when they first start their search for a Health Canada legal grow license.

CGC has put together this info-packed article to help you understand, and ultimately complete the process to become a fully licensed legal medical marijuana grower in Canada.

If you have any questions, or simply do not feel like reading this in-depth article, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.

The 4 Easy Steps of how to get a Medical Marijuana License to Grow Cannabis in Canada

Step 1: Find the Right Clinic for your Health Canada Growing Licence

There are many clinics out there to help you get your Health Canada legal grow license; some are fantastic, others not so much. Some charge a fortune, others are low-cost or free.

Beware the low-cost and free clinics as they typically sell your personal information to third-party corporations.

Think about it logically, they simply wouldn’t exist if they didn’t make money somehow!

Paid for clinics may seem like a scam at first, but remember, these are set up to make your life easier.

The owners do not get any money from the government, and they go out of their way to help you.

You are paying for a guaranteed license to grow medical marijuana in Canada, and the convenience to have someone do it all for you!

Some paid-for clinics will charge a fortune, but we here at Cannabis Growing Canada offer fair prices, with top-quality customer service.

Step 2: Submit your ID and Documents, and Choose your Grams Per Day

Once you have found the right clinic to help you with your Health Canada legal grow license, they will ask you for your ID and possibly a medical history.

Here at CGC, we DO NOT require any medical history to guarantee your license to grow. Just a valid government photo ID.

The medical cannabis clinic will also ask how many grams per day you need. Beware of clinics that tell you there is a “max”.

Health Canada has no maximum amount, that is the clinic’s max.

Other clinics may want to see a diagnosis from a family doctor, x-rays, or even a recent physical that proves you are sick.

Step 3: Skype or Face-Time with a Doctor

Once you have submitted your ID and filled out a few forms, the clinic of your choice will set up a video call with a doctor.

We like to have this all done within a couple of days of starting. In some clinics you may be waiting a bit longer.

The doctor’s call will usually last about 5 minutes or so, he will ask you some questions, have a little chat, then write your prescription that you will then use to get your Medical Marijuana License.

Step 4: Receive your High Plant Count Medical Marijuana Prescription and mail your application to Health Canada

After a successful call with the doctor, your clinic will mail you your prescription.

This prescription is your golden ticket for your Medical Marijuana Growing License.

You send your original prescription, along with this form to Health Canada.

Health Canada will register you, then send you your Health Canada legal grow license.

The Cannabis Act allows Canadians to legally grow a few plants from home. Because of this, you might be wondering if it’s entirely necessary to apply for a Health Canada growing license.

There is always a good excuse to receive your ACMPR license, especially since the entire process can be completed in 4 easy steps.

Going through these steps doesn’t need to be difficult.

There’s no need to settle for 4 recreational plants when you can have nearly 500 plants with your Health Canada personal use production license.

If you would like to get started right away, just quickly enter your email for an auto-reply with our prices and procedure before enjoying the rest of the article.

What Happens If Health Canada Denies Me?

Health Canada won’t actually deny you. Their job is to register you, not decide if you should get a license or not.

However, Health Canada does have the power to send back an application for one reason or another. The most common reason for an application to be sent back is the failure to fill out the forms correctly.

If your application is sent back to you in the mail without approval, it’s usually because of a silly mistake, such as incorrect formatting on your date of birth.

These mistakes are easy to avoid, especially when you partner with us. We’ll help you to make sure that your application is free from error.

The main thing to remember is that the medical document is the golden ticket. As long as you have that and you’ve sent the original copy, there shouldn’t be any issues as an HC employee reviews your application.

If you have any questions at all about your pending application, you can always call the Health Canada ACMPR phone number. We won’t be able to give you info on the status of your application, but they can.

ACMPR Canada Guide to Growing Cannabis Plants

Thinking about applying for an ACMPR Canada grow license? Cannabis Growing Canada is here to help you with every step along the way.

As a leading force of the ACMPR licensing industry, we guarantee approval by Health Canada or your money back. Not only that, but we can guarantee approval for the number of plants you’re actually hoping for.

Thousands of Canadians around the country are happily growing hundreds of medical marijuana plants thanks to CGC, and you could be one of them.

The first step to getting your ACMPR license to grow is to enter your email below. You will receive an auto-reply as well as be directed to a portal to have your appointment booked in less than 10 minutes!

A Quick Rundown of the Health Canada ACMPR Program

You’re probably already familiar with the Health Canada ACMPR program, but we’ll give you a quick rundown before you get started on the application.

Receiving an ACMPR Canada license means that you are legally allowed to produce medical marijuana for your own personal use.

The number of plants you’re allowed to grow is determined by 2 things: the size of your medical marijuana prescription and your intended grow location (indoor vs outdoor).

If you don’t want to grow, you can still be a part of the ACMPR community. Health Canada allows patients to designate someone else to grow or simply buy medical weed from ACMPR licensed producers.

How does Recreational Legalization Affect Health Canada Medical Marijuana Growing Licenses?

It doesn’t.

There seems to be a stigma out there that when Cannabis becomes legal in Canada, the Medical Marijuana License to grow program will disappear.

This simply isn’t true.

Recreational and medical are two very different programs, and one has no effect on the other.

How Long is the Wait Time for a Health Canada Medical Marijuana License to Grow Medical Weed in Canada?

This is probably the biggest issue facing the Health Canada growing license process.

For a Medical Marijuana License renewal, you could have your new ACMPR license back in as little as three to six weeks.

For new applicants, we saw our clients’ AMCPR license arrive in as little as four weeks, or as long as four months.

There doesn’t seem to be any consistency to it at all, just luck of draw.

Getting legal with a Medical Marijuana License to grow is a lot easier than most people think.

A photo ID, a few forms, and a quick Skype call, and the next thing you know you are growing hundreds of plants!

We always recommend you weigh your options and only dive into something you can afford.

Cannabis Growing Canada hopes you choose us to provide you with your Medical Marijuana License to legally grow medical marijuana in Canada.

5 Reasons the Black Market is Booming Even After Legalization

Since cannabis legalization happened, the Black Market has been majorly affected… but not in the way most government officials and Canadian residents thought it would be.

Nobody expected the illegal distribution of weed to disappear completely, but the assumption was that there would at least be a decline in illegal sales.

The thought process was that if purchasing weed became legal, who would ever opt for the sketchy route and not buy their bud from a licensed producer or retailer?

It’s been over 6 months since legalization laws were passed in Canada, and the Black Market is stronger than ever. One of the goals of legalization was to put a dent in the illegal selling and purchasing of weed, so why is just the opposite happening?

High Government Prices are a Major Turnoff

A source at CTV News says that “the unweighted average price of a legal gram of dried cannabis is $9.99 per gram, compared with the average illicit price of $6.37 per gram – a price gap that appears to be widening.”

This price difference is huge, especially if you’re wanting to purchase dried flower by the ounce or pound.

Whether you smoke for fun or medical benefits, the price tag makes a huge difference. Overpriced government weed is the main reason that the Black Market is alive and kicking.

The Government Can’t Keep Up with Demand

Let’s face it, Canadians smoke a lot of weed. Apparently a lot more than the government realized since suppliers across the country can’t seem to keep up with the demand for cannabis.

Retail and online government stores have experienced shortages from the very first day of legalization. So even if Canadians wanted to take the proper legal route for buying weed, some of them never even got the chance.

The Quality of Legal Bud is So-So

The quality of legal bud has actually gotten lower since the early days of the Cannabis Act. Don’t get us wrong, some retailers offer primo products and keep only the best strains on hand.

The main problem is that the insanely high demand means that the gov is allowing more people to become licensed producers.

Not all of these producers have the same standards when it comes to growing, so some of the strains lining retail shelves aren’t all that.

Legalization Still Has A Long Way to Go

The government still has some work to do before legalization is officially completed. For instance, they are still working on establishing the regulations for cannabis edibles.
If you want to chow down on an edible but don’t have a medical prescription, the only way to eat your weed is illegally unless you plan on growing. Black Market distributors have no problem selling you a THC cookie or CBD lolly.

Taxes, Need We Say More

Technically we’ve already covered the outrageous price of legal weed, but we haven’t even mentioned the taxes you’ll be required to pay.

The government is considering making changes to the tax policy, but currently Canadians are being taxed $1 per gram or 10% of the retail price.

In addition to that $9.99 per gram we mentioned before, you’ll pay an extra dollar in taxes for every gram you purchase. It makes sense that weed users are trying to save some loonies by turning to the Black Market instead.

There’s a Solution…

You might feel torn between buying legal weed that is a bit overpriced and taking the risk to make an illegal purchase. Luckily, there’s a solution where you aren’t required to choose between these two less-than-ideal options.

Anyone is eligible to apply for a Health Canada ACMPR grow license – getting the personal use production license is not that difficult.

The hardest part is filling out the ACMPR forms and finding a doctor to write the prescription you’re hoping for. That’s where Cannabis Growing Canada can help.

Why Choose CGC Over the Other ACMPR Canada Consulting Services

Even though Cannabis Growing Canada isn’t the only ACMPR Canada consulting service out there, our service stands apart from the rest.

Unfortunately, there are a lot of ACMPR services that just see this as a money-making scheme. They’ll offer up promises, take your money, and then fail to deliver on those promises. In fact, many of our patients come to us after another service has failed them.

You can trust Cannabis Growing Canada to get the job done. We’re passionate about medical marijuana, this isn’t just a money-making venture for us.

We truly believe that every Canadian should have easy access to medical treatment. If treatment comes from using cannabis, we can help.

Unlike the other guys, the team at CGC focuses on YOU, the patient, above everything else. We know the ins and outs of the Health Canada application from personal experience.

Just like you’re about to do, the founder of CGC has gone through the entire ACMPR licensing process and grown medical marijuana from home. This means we know about the hurdles involved in getting licensed to grow.

We’ve Partnered with Compassionate Doctors

After years of experience with the ACMPR program, we know that the most difficult part is finding a doctor. Actually, let’s rephrase that.

The most difficult part is finding a doctor that will actually prescribe you the amount of medical marijuana you’re in need of. 

This is why we provide you with a doctor right from the get-go. We have spent a lot of time seeking out compassionate healthcare professionals and building strong partnerships with them.

Not only do our doctors make the appointment process easy (we’ll cover that later), they’ll prescribe you with the number of grams per day you’re hoping for.

CGC medical professionals are willing to prescribe up to 95 grams per day. After using the ACMPR calculator you can see that a 95g prescription is equivalent to nearly 500 indoor plants.

We Provide Around-the-Clock Customer Service

Whether you’re applying for a new license or have questions about your existing one, we’re here to help out.

No matter the time of day or night, CGC is quick to respond. We work around the clock to answer questions, address concerns, or just chat about growing because we love it so much.

Every Cannabis Growing Canada Patient is Guaranteed Approval

Cannabis Growing Canada stands by this promise: guaranteed ACMPR approval or your money back.

We have had a 100% success rate with our foolproof licensing process, so it’s very, very unlikely that you won’t receive a Health Canada license.

But we stick to our promises, and if your application isn’t registered, we’ll do what it takes to change that or your money back.