Medical cannabis near me: British Columbia

Our Clinics

Avail has a specialized team of medical professionals that are committed to helping military veteran patients with chronic pain, insomnia, PTSD, and many more conditions receive their legal Medical Cannabis prescriptions, through a secure call with Avail. Our Medical and education team are here for you every step of the way. We are currently conducting all appointments by phone from the comfort of your own home, this concept reduces our overhead which allows us to give more back to Veteran related organizations throughout the year.

Whether your in:

• Langford
• Vancouver
• Chilliwack
• Abbotsford
• Victoria
• Sooke
• Lower mainland
• Prince George
• Vancouver island

And for patients who live outside of these main cities your whole appointment can be done virtually from the comfort of your own home.

Our team has conducted over 50,000 medical appointments for a wide range of medical conditions, many military veterans have had success using Medical Cannabis to alleviate their symptoms and improve their quality of life. We speak with patients who have a variety of conditions and symptoms, such as:

• Anxiety
• Sleep Issues/ Insomnia
• Arthritis / Osteoarthritis
• Depression
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Tinnitus
• Traumatic brian injury (TBI)
• Chronic Pain
• Foot pain
• Knee pain

How do I get Medical Cannabis in BC?

If you are a medical cannabis patient, you will have access to an online portal from a Health Canada approved Licensed Producer. The producer may be located anywhere in Canada. You can fill your cannabis prescription online or over the phone, and it will be mailed directly to you in a discreet package.

If you are located in British Columbia and you have served in the Canadian Armed Forces, your quality of life could be improved with a medical cannabis prescription, contact us today to schedule a free appointment!

How do military veterans get CBD Oil in BC?

The two main compounds of the plant are THC and CBD. These compounds vary quite differently in the way that they affect us. THC is responsible for the “ high” associated with cannabis while CBD has little to no psychoactive effects and has significant anti inflammatory and anti convulsant properties. It is always recommended to speak with a medical professional and receive a prescription for CBD oil as this will ensure a consistent supply, medical oversight and personalized product recommendations/dosing instructions. The CBD oil products will also be Tax deductible as a medical expense and potentially covered by your insurance plan.

Avails clinic director explains CBD oil in the below news article 

If you are located in British Columbia and think you could improve your quality of life with a medical cannabis prescription, contact us today to schedule an appointment!

BC and Medical Cannabis

British Columbia has a long history with medical cannabis. British Columbia region's legacy of Vietnam War draft dodgers from the 1960s were pioneers in developing an underground cannabis market which would become world famous. This along with BC’s liberal attitude towards cannabis lead to thousands of indoor illicit cannabis gardens which had not been seen before. BC also holds an ideal climate for cultivating cannabis outdoors which has naturally lead to an explosion of both industrial and personal cannabis gardens across the province.

On earth.

Although BC only holds roughly 16,000 registered medical cannabis patients, it is said to be many more than that who have not registered. BC is also home to many great health Canada licensed producers.

https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/industry-license es-applicants/licensed-cultivators-processors-sellers.html

BC Cannabis Laws

On top of the Canadian Cannabis Laws listed in the Cannabis Act, provinces also have their own laws and regulations to help govern the productions, usage, distribution, packaging, and sales of cannabis and cannabis-related products and services within their province.

Consumption and Possession of Cannabis in BC

Similar to legal drinking and tobacco, the minimum age for cannabis purchases and consumption is set at 19 years old. Anyone 19 or older is allowed to possess up to 30 grams of cannabis in public if they do not have a medical cannabis prescription. Cannabis can legally be consumed in private residences, as well as in certain public areas where the consumption of tobacco products are also allowed. Cannabis consumption is widely tolerated throughout BC and is not seen as a major offense to be caught consuming in public. Vancouver ,BC is also home to many vaporizer lounges which allow for the safe consumption of cannabis. if you are smoking or vaporizing cannabis. Driving under the influence of any type of cannabis is illegal and comes with large penalties in BC. If driving under the influence of cannabis, one can face the exact same penalties as someone who is under the influence of alcohol. When driving or transporting cannabis in BC, it must be sealed in a closed package, within the legal limit amount, and out of reach of the driver and passengers similar to alcohol.

Growing Cannabis Plants in BC

Any adult can legally grow up to 4 cannabis plants per residence. Avail assists all Canadians in obtaining and registering their ACMPR Personal Production License with Health Canada. In order to legally grow medical cannabis in Canada, you must: click here to grow your own

1. Have no prior cannabis convictions
2. Have a Health Canada medical document completed by a doctor or nurse practitioner
3. Fill out and submit an application to Health Canada

Medical cannabis in BC workplaces

Cannabis use can potentially trigger an employer’s duty to accommodate under BC human rights legislation, both in respect of individuals medically authorized to use medical cannabis and those ailing from cannabis related addictions. 

• Legalization of recreational cannabis creates an issue as to whether, how and to what extent cannabis possession and use can be tolerated in the work space or at work-related events.
• Both of the issues above must be handled within a manner that takes into account an employer’s overarching obligation to ensure the health and safety of its workers.

Medical Cannabis Laws in BC

Health Canada oversees the medical cannabis program as it is federal and completely separate from recreational laws in BC.

Patients authorized by a health care provider are still able to access medical cannabis by:

• Purchase via Health Canada Licensed Producer
• Applying for a license to grow your own
• Designating an individual to grow on their behalf

Public possession limits for patients will be 150 grams to carry anywhere in the country. You will also have an additional provincial limit for any recreational cannabis products.

Medical cannabis can only be purchased through Licensed Producers who are regulated by Health Canada. Medical cannabis is most often less expensive than recreational cannabis, and as a patient, you will be provided with personalized product recommendations/dosing instructions along with many other benefits associated with your medical cannabis prescription including being tax deductible and may also be covered by insurance. 

Why choose avail Cannabis Clinics?

At Avail, we will not stop until you are receiving a better quality of life. Medical Marijuana Prescriptions – Personalized Care and Ongoing Support for military veterans who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Military Veteran Research Clinic

Another reason to choose Avail Avail provides industry-leading research through our Avail research branch where we are constantly looking at new ways to improve the quality of life for Military Veterans And their families.

Avail has helped military veterans all over British Colombia, from Vancouver to Prince George and everywhere in between. This includes patients from:

• Vancouver
• Abbotsford
• Esquimalt
• Chilliwack
• Abbotsford
• Victoria
• Sooke
• Lower mainland
• Prince George
• Vancouver island

Toll Free: (888-492-8245)

Fax: (705-986-0152)

Email: hello@availcannabis.ca