Cannabis Legislation
All licensed Nunavut Cannabis Retailers and Registered Suppliers must comply with the following cannabis legislation:
- Cannabis Act (Nunavut)
The Cannabis Act (Nunavut) is the primary legal source that grants rights to and imposes requirements and responsibilities on Nunavut Cannabis Retailers, and their employees. The Superintendent may impose sanctions and/or Administrative Penalties on a Nunavut Cannabis Retailer if a Nunavut Cannabis Retailer contravenes specific sections of the Cannabis Act (Nunavut).
- Cannabis Regulations (Nunavut)
The Cannabis Regulations provide additional details about the legal framework outlined in the Cannabis Act. The Superintendent may impose sanctions and/or Administrative Penalties on a Nunavut Cannabis Retailer if the retailer contravenes specific sections of the Cannabis Regulations (Nunavut). The Regulations will come into effect on June 1, 2020.
- Cannabis Act (Canada)
The Cannabis Act is the federal legislation that creates the legal framework for the possession, distribution and sale of cannabis in Canada.
- Cannabis Regulations (Canada)
The Cannabis Regulations provide additional details about the legal framework outlined in the Cannabis Act.
Responsible department:
Finance