Cannabis law in Nunavut (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Nunavut sets the minimum age at 19, with possession limits of 30 g on the person and 150 g at home according to a 2018 government page. The Cannabis Act bars consumption in or near listed places such as schools, hospitals, playgrounds and public events. Whether home growing is allowed could not be confirmed from the official sources available. Driving while high is illegal.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Possession for personal usePersonal use by an adult | Permitted within limits [1] |
| Quantity limitsPersonal use by an adult | Minimum age 19. 30 g on the person and 150 g in the home (government page of 2018). [1] |
| Growing at homePersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Sale to consumersPersonal use by an adult | Licensed retail stores for adults [2] |
| Use or carrying in public placesPersonal use by an adult | Restricted in some places [3] |
| VisitorsPersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum agePersonal use by an adult | 19 years [1] |
| Driving after cannabis usePersonal use by an adult | Driving under the influence of cannabis (while high) is illegal. [1] |
Notes
- A person must not consume cannabis in, on or within the prescribed distance (9 m according to the 2018 government page) of hospitals and health facilities, schools, child day care facilities, playgrounds, sports fields, arenas, community halls, recreation centres, public places where goods or services are sold, or parades, concerts and other public events.
Sources
- Government of Nunavut (Department of Health): Cannabis | Healthy Living (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Health Canada: Authorized cannabis retailers in the provinces and territories (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Government of Nunavut: Cannabis Act, S.Nu. 2018, c.7 (consolidation) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
National rules that also apply
These rules are set at national level in Canada and apply here too, alongside the rules above. All national rules for Canada
| Possession for personal use | Permitted within limits (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
|---|---|
| Quantity limits | Adults may possess up to 30 g of dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place. Young persons may possess no more than 5 g. (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
| Growing at home | Permitted within limits (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
| Sale to consumers | Licensed retail stores for adults (source: Department of Justice Canada) |
| Medical cannabis | Legal for medical use (source: Health Canada) |
Nunavut and neighbouring provinces and territories
| Province or territory | Possession for personal use | Growing at home | Sale to consumers | Use or carrying in public places | Medical cannabis | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | Legal within limits (19+) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Private licensed stores | Not near listed places or public events | — | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Northwest Territories | Legal within limits (19+) | Yes, up to 4 plants per household | Government commission (NTLCC) | Private property (tobacco allowed), trails, parks | — | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Manitoba | Legal within limits (19+) | Yes, up to 4 plants (since 1 May 2025) | Private licensed stores | Not in public places | — | ⚠ Not yet verified |
More rules in Nunavut
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 90 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (Class 5) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (Class 7 learner's licence)
- FireworksConsumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks: No, unless the Fire Marshal authorises
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned (holding or using) · Hands-free use: Allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 19 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 19
Related pages
General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.