Cannabis Day: Canada's Other July 1 Holiday Worth Celebrating

There’s always a reason to celebrate—and even more so on the first of July!

Clear your schedule for the festivities of Canada Day and Cannabis Day, which both take centre stage at the same time every year.

Wondering how Cannabis Day came to be? You’re in the right place because True North Cannabis Co.’s history class is in session. Read on to learn more—and find out how you can elevate the celebration on the first of July!

The History of Cannabis Day

Cannabis Day dates all the way back to 1977. It originated in Alberta and has since been celebrated across various places in Canada.

The Alberta Legalization of Cannabis Committee and the Canadian Association to Liberate Marijuana were the two activist groups that introduced this day. There’s no denying that their hard work was a massive contribution to cannabis finally becoming legal in the country by October 2018.

Before the pandemic, Cannabis Day was celebrated through various activities at Thornton Park. It’s where weed enthusiasts can always look forward to farmer’s markets with exciting goodies, live music, appearances from cannabis industry icons, and even firework displays.

Elevate the Celebration on Cannabis Day with These Activities

Whether you’re a homebody who wants to celebrate Cannabis Day low-key or an adventurer who enjoys visiting stunning waterfalls with the whole squad, here are a bunch of activity suggestions for the stoner in us all!

Organize a Cook-Off Party At Home

If you want to celebrate Cannabis Day without having to leave your house, why not invite your closest friends for a cook-off? The twist here is that you’ll be whipping up cannabis-infused edibles that will unleash your inner master chef and keep the foodie inside you happy all day.

Check out these recipes:

Browse True North Cannabis Co.’s online store to stock up on the necessary ingredients in order to complete these recipes!

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Master the Art of Growing Your Own Weed

Have you been wondering how to take your love for cannabis to a whole new level? We highly suggest learning how to grow your own weed! And what better day to dive into all of that than on Cannabis Day itself?

Visit our blog for the details on germination methods and managing soil, light, and fertilizer elements: How To Grow Weed In Ontario. If you know the basics but aren’t sure where to start, check out our list of the easiest strains to grow for beginners.

If you’d like to learn more about how to grow cannabis, our budtenders at all of our 38 stores across Ontario are ready to provide you with expert advice.

Start Chasing Waterfalls

Cannabis Day might just be the perfect time for you to start chasing waterfalls! Here are some of Ontario’s finest waterfalls that won’t fail to leave you in awe.

Sherman Waterfalls, Hamilton
Rideau Falls, Ottawa
Inglis Falls, Owen Sound
Niagara Falls
Ferguson Falls, Brockville

If you find that your Cannabis Day adventures take you to any of these locations, don’t forget to drop by the True North Cannabis Co. dispensaries in Hamilton, Ottawa, Owen Sound, Niagara Falls, and Brockville to stock up on essentials!

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Go Lazy River Floating

If you’re really looking for an activity that will float your boat on Cannabis Day, then look no further than lazy river floating. Just imagine this: the sun is shining, you’re connecting with nature, and you’re just going with the flow with a refreshing VERYVELL Lemon Black Iced Tea in hand. That sounds like a recipe for living your best life, doesn’t it?

These are the top destinations for lazy river floating:

Get all the deets on these lazy river floating destinations from our blog: Must-Visit Lazy Rivers in Ontario for Tubing.

Soak Up Some Sun at Ontario Beaches

Turn Cannabis Day into one of the brightest and sunniest days of the year by hitting the beach!

From windsurfing at Nickel Beach to mountain biking at Hamilton Beach, there are a bunch of exhilarating activities that will truly elevate the festivities.

Learn more about the best beaches to visit in Ontario and our top tips for a seamless trip by reading our blog: 7 Tips to Planning the Ultimate Beach Day with Cannabis.

Live the High Life On Cannabis Day

If your goal is to live the high life on Cannabis Day, True North Cannabis Co. is here to make it happen! We’re Ontario’s largest retail cannabis shop with carefully curated offerings and incredible daily promotions.

Visit any of our 38 dispensaries to treat yourself to elevated experiences unlike any other.

Cannabis Day: Canada’s Other July 1 Holiday Worth Celebrating

The History of Cannabis Day