- Address: 8880 Marine Dr, Vancouver BC V5X 2T5
- Hours: Daily 10am–10pm
- Price Range: CAD $8–$50 per gram/product
- Province Licence: BC Cannabis Stores Licensed Retailer
- Tourist-Friendly: Yes – ID required (19+)
- Founded: 2021
- Neighbourhood: South Vancouver – Marine Drive
About Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive
Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive serves South Vancouver's residential community along the Marine Drive corridor, bringing the national Choom brand's relaxed, beach-culture-inspired retail experience to one of the city's most ethnically diverse neighbourhoods. Choom's brand identity draws on a nostalgic, good-vibes cannabis culture aesthetic that is immediately accessible and non-intimidating, making it a welcoming destination for first-time buyers and regular customers alike. The Marine Drive location serves the large South Vancouver residential population with convenient access to parking and transit. The store carries a full range of cannabis products available under BC's regulatory framework, including a well-balanced dried flower selection spanning multiple price points, pre-rolls, edibles, beverages, oils, concentrates, and accessories. The store operates under a BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch licence with full compliance and mandatory age verification (19+).
Buying Cannabis in Vancouver: What You Need to Know
The minimum cannabis purchase age in this province is 19. All purchases require valid government-issued photo ID. Cannabis may only be consumed in private residences or designated consumption spaces — not in public areas or vehicles. The legal possession limit for adults across Canada is 30 grams of dried cannabis (or equivalent) in public.
Canada legalised recreational cannabis nationally under the Cannabis Act in October 2018. All products sold at licensed retailers like Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive have undergone mandatory testing by Health Canada-accredited laboratories, ensuring consistent potency, accurate labelling, and absence of harmful pesticides or contaminants.
Products Available
As a provincially licensed cannabis retailer, Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive stocks products across all legal categories permitted under the Cannabis Act and British Columbia’s regulatory framework:
- Dried flower (by the gram, in pre-packaged quantities)
- Pre-rolls (single and multi-packs, mixed formats)
- Edibles (chocolates, gummies, baked goods)
- Cannabis beverages (sparkling drinks, teas, sodas)
- Oils, capsules, and sublingual sprays
- Concentrates and extracts (hash, live resin, shatter, distillate)
- Vaporizers and cartridges
- Topicals (lotions, balms, transdermal patches)
- Accessories (vaporizers, rolling papers, pipes, grinders)
All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). Staff at Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive can guide customers toward products that match their preferences and budget.
Visiting Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive as a Tourist
Canada welcomes cannabis tourism and Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive regularly serves visitors from abroad. To purchase legally, visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID (passport, national ID card, or driver’s licence) confirming they meet the minimum age requirement of 19+.
Critical reminder for international visitors: it is illegal to take cannabis purchased in Canada across international borders, including the US-Canada border. This applies regardless of the legal status of cannabis in the destination. Cannabis must be consumed or disposed of before attempting to cross any international border.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy cannabis here as a tourist?
Yes. Choom Cannabis – Marine Drive serves all adult customers who can present valid government-issued photo ID confirming they are 19+. There is no requirement to be a Canadian resident or citizen.
Can I take my purchase across the border?
No. Transporting cannabis across international borders is illegal under Canadian federal law and the laws of all destination countries, including the United States. Never attempt to cross the US-Canada border with cannabis in your possession.
What is the legal possession limit in Canada?
Adults aged 19+ in British Columbia may legally possess up to 30 grams of dried cannabis or equivalent in public. Larger amounts may be stored privately at home.
Where can I consume cannabis in Vancouver?
Cannabis consumption is generally permitted in private residences and some designated outdoor areas in British Columbia, but prohibited in vehicles, indoor public spaces, workplaces, and near schools or playgrounds. Tourists should consume only in private accommodation with the host’s permission.
Crossing the border? Know your THC detection window.
Cannabis purchased legally in Canada cannot cross international borders. THC can remain detectable in urine for up to 30 days in regular users, 3–5 days for infrequent users, and up to 90 days in hair. Know the facts before you travel.
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