Medical Cannabis Strata Rules

Summary

Strata corporations in British Columbia can enforce bylaws restricting smoking, including medical cannabis. However, medical users may request accommodations under human rights legislation. If there are no designated smoking areas, consider negotiating with the strata for a solution. Contact the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal for guidance or seek legal advice.

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I live in bc canada. I have a medical cannabis license I use for pain approved by health canada. The strata says I can’t smoke on my deck outside cause a clean air bylaw being a medical user not recreational can I still smoke medical cannabis on my deck ?
In British Columbia, strata corporations have the authority to enforce bylaws, including those related to smoking. However, medical cannabis users might have grounds to request accommodations under human rights legislation.
- Strata bylaws can restrict smoking, including medical cannabis.
- Medical cannabis users can request accommodation for their medical needs.
- Consider negotiating with the strata for a designated smoking area.
Have you tried discussing a reasonable accommodation with your strata council?
There is no designated spots
Considering you are a medical cannabis user, you might have a strong case for requesting reasonable accommodation.
~British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal
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Website: www.bchrt.bc.ca

I recommend contacting the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal to discuss your situation further.
Have you considered reaching out to the Tribunal or seeking legal advice on how to proceed?