On Friday, the province announced it would be expanding delivery options for legal non-medical cannabis.
Licensed retailers can now deliver cannabis products to consumers through carriers such as Canada Post and other delivery-service providers.
“Since federal legalization of non-medical cannabis, we have continued to look for ways to support the cannabis industry in our province while providing safe and accessible options for British Columbians,” said Mike Farnworth, minister of public safety and solicitor general.
“Expanding delivery-service options not only builds equality within the market, it also gives consumers one more reason to buy legal instead of illicit.”
Only adults 19 and older are allowed to receive delivery orders and they will be required to provide a name and signature upon delivery.
The province explains that this expansion will not only provide more options for consumers and economic opportunities for retailers, it will also bring retailers in line with the publicly run online retail sales platform operated by the BC Liquor Distribution Branch.
Jaclynn Pehota, executive director, Retail Cannabis Council of BC, said this will create a sense of equality among retailers while ensuring British Columbians who use cannabis have more options in the market.
“Private retailers welcome this expanded delivery regime,” said Pehota.
“This is a significant tool for our members. Government heard our request and responded.”
