Standards, acts and regulations
Find information here about the Registrar's standards for cannabis retail stores.
Learn moreGuides and information
This page introduces the licensing and authorization process. It also has guides on requirements. There are also links for general resources.
Learn moreGuidance Document — Inducements Rules for Licensed Cannabis Retailers
What you need to know about inducements as a cannabis retailer.
Non-Cannabis Related Business Requirements
Learn about other business requirements that may apply to private cannabis retail stores.
Supplementary Questionnaire
Find out about additional information the AGCO may request during your cannabis retailer application process.
Hearings - Cannabis
Steps to become a cannabis retailer
Learn about the licensing journey to become a cannabis retailer.
Compliance tips and resources
Find tips to stay compliant and what happens if you don't. You can also find other cannabis-related resources here.
Learn moreFees and payment
For cannabis retail staff
Status of current cannabis retail store applications
For First Nations
Find information about cannabis retail stores on First Nation reserves.
Learn moreCannabis retail stores on First Nations reserves - Questions and Answers
This page answers questions about cannabis retail stores on First Nations reserves.
First Nations Band Council Decisions
First Nations reserve Band Councils can opt out of having an authorized cannabis retail store on their reserve. Band Councils can also restrict cannabis delivery to First Nation communities on reserves.
For municipalities
Information and resources on the role of municipalities.
Learn moreList of Ontario municipalities prohibiting or allowing cannabis retail stores
View a list showing which cities and towns in Ontario either allow or ban cannabis retail stores.
Frequently Asked Questions: Municipal
This page is intended to provide answers to questions about the role of municipalities in the authorization of retail cannabis store.