Cannabis

A concise guide to understanding the laws and regulations governing cannabis use and smoking at the North Peace Regional Airport. Includes federal, provincial, and local guidelines for passengers travelling within Canada.

Cannabis Use At The North Peace Regional Airport

Cannabis use is governed by specific regulations at the North Peace Regional Airport. This includes areas outside of the terminal building, even those designated for tobacco smoking or vaping. Our policy on cannabis consumption aligns with the City of Fort St. John’s regulations and bylaws.

Travelling with Cannabis

In Canada, the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has established guidelines for the transportation of cannabis. Here are some key points:

Passengers are responsible for knowing the laws and regulations in effect at their destination within Canada.

Liquid and topical forms of cannabis are subject to liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGs) restrictions in carry-on baggage.

Cannabis for medical purposes must be in accordance with the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations.

Cannabis oil is permitted in carry-on in a quantity of more than 100 ml when used for medicinal purposes.

Flying outside of Canada with cannabis is illegal.

passengers are permitted to travel within Canada with up to 30 grams of cannabis in their possession. The passenger will have to be of legal age, of the provinces or territories they are travelling through. Travelling with any more than this amount is illegal for non-medicinal purposes.

Travellers are responsible for their actions at all times. Regulations around travelling while impaired has not changed.

“No operator of an aircraft shall allow a person to board the aircraft where there are reasonable grounds to believe that the person’s faculties are impaired by alcohol or a drug to an extent that may present a hazard to the aircraft or to persons on board the aircraft.”

More Information

For more detailed information, refer to the official CATSA page and the Province of British Columbia’s Cannabis page. Please note that these regulations are subject to change, and it’s always a good idea to check the latest updates from the official websites. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.