Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Canada law
Cannabis laws in Sherbrooke follow Canada’s national law. The rules here are set by the broader jurisdiction, and city-level differences are uncommon.
Recreational cannabis is fully legal for adults (typically 19+, varying slightly by province). Medical cannabis is integrated into the regulated system. Possession up to 30 grams in public is permitted, with licensed retail sales available.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Legal (adults 19+)
- Medical: Legal
- Possession: Up to 30g public permitted
- Buying/Selling: Legal from licensed stores
- Tourists: Can purchase if meeting age requirements
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
Police in Sherbrooke seemed tolerant of a quiet smoke. Doing it openly could bring unwanted attention for nothing.
Where to Buy Marijuana
Lennoxville had local growers and good deals. Wellington Street was a place to meet people, and the skaters at Parc du Mi-Vallon in Rock Forest came up as well.
Marijuana Prices
- C$10 for 1 g
- C$35–45 for a “set,” with the weight unspecified here
- C$100–160 for an ounce
- C$800–1,600 for a pound
Types of Marijuana
A mix of local weed and B.C. imports such as Blueberry, Bubblegum and Super Skunk. Sellers didn’t tend to pay much attention to strain names.