Cannabigerol (CBG) is legal in Canada, provided it’s made by a licensed cannabis producer and purchased through an authorized retailer. Like CBD and CBN, CBG is regulated under the federal Cannabis Act, which sets strict rules around licensing, testing, labeling, and distribution. This means that all legal CBG products must come from approved sources and follow the same national standards for safety and quality.
In practice, Canadians can only buy CBG through their province or territory’s official cannabis stores (either online or in person), or directly from federally licensed sellers. The minimum legal age to purchase cannabis products varies by region: 18 in Alberta, 19 in most provinces and territories, and 21 in Québec.
Is CBG Regulated Under The Cannabis Act
Like CBD and CBN, CBG is controlled under Canada’s Cannabis Act (2018).
The law makes no distinction between cannabinoids – whether intoxicating or not, so CBG is held to the same standards as THC products. Licensed producers must follow federal rules on cultivation, extraction, testing, and labeling before CBG products can be sold legally.
This framework ensures that all CBG oils, gummies, or capsules meet national safety and quality requirements.
Where Can You Buy CBG In Canada?
CBG products are legally sold only through provincial and territorial cannabis channels, just like CBD and CBN.
Some provinces operate government-run websites and shops, while others allow licensed private stores to sell CBG oils, gummies, and capsules.
Since CBG is less common on shelves, Canadians may need to order online from their province’s official store or find it through licensed private retailers.
No matter the source, it must be federally approved to ensure proper testing and quality control. Unregulated sellers and grey-market websites are not legal options in Canada.
What Is the Legal Age to Buy CBG in Canada?
To buy CBG legally in Canada, consumers must meet the minimum cannabis age set by their province or territory: 18 in Alberta, 19 in most other regions, and 21 in Québec.
These rules are enforced equally across cannabinoids, regardless of whether the product is intoxicating. Licensed retailers require proof of age, both in-store and during online deliveries, to ensure compliance with the Cannabis Act.
Are There Any Exceptions or Grey Areas for CBG in Canada?
Pets: No authorized veterinary CBG products; vets cannot authorize cannabis for animals (though some colleges allow advisory discussions about legal human products) [1] [2].
No NHP/supplement route: CBG is treated as cannabis under the Cannabis Act; there’s no legal “dietary supplement” pathway for CBG products. Licensed production/sale only [3].
Imports & travel: Same prohibitions as CBD/CBN; only Health Canada–approved prescription cannabis drugs have limited travel/import allowances [4].
Bottom Line
CBG is legal in Canada, but only when produced and sold through the licensed cannabis system.
Like CBD and CBN, CBG is fully regulated under the Cannabis Act, with no exceptions for supplements, hemp loopholes, or grey-market products.
Canadians looking for CBG should buy only from their provincial or territorial cannabis stores or federally licensed sellers to ensure compliance, safety, and product quality.
