October 17, 2018

• YYC Calgary International Airport has adopted City of Calgary Bylaws for rules regarding the consumption of cannabis on public property.
• It is important to note that recreational cannabis cannot be consumed on airport property. 

• 30 grams of dried cannabis.  

• Recreational and medical cannabis can be transported within Canada on flights, in both your carry on or checked luggage. Guests should be prepared with proper documentation and allowable amounts to avoid confiscation. 
• The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority has helpful tips on what can and cannot be stored in your check or carry-on luggage. Check their website for information on how to prepare for this important process.

• Flying outside of Canada with cannabis, recreational or medicinal — remains illegal. Visit the Government of Canada's website for more information on these regulations, including entering or leaving the country with cannabis. 

• It is important to note that each province or territory and city within Canada may have differing restrictions on cannabis. Visit the Government of Canada's website to learn more about the regulations in each province.   

• Cannabis cannot be stored on YYC airport property for any length of time.
• Any person with more than 30 grams on their person while at YYC airport may be subject to Calgary Police Service oversight and may be subject to criminal prosecution.
• Cannabis will be confiscated:
• If you are carrying more than the 30 gram dried cannabis allotted personal maximum.
• If you are travelling across the Canadian border into the United States or elsewhere.

• https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/campaigns/cannabis/border.html
• http://canada.ca/cannabis