Cannabis Events in British Columbia for October 2019
Cheech and Chong on tour, learn to grow your own cannabis, the Canadian premiere of the award-winning documentary Dosed, and more 420-friendly events this month.
Check out these 420-friendly activities taking place in British Columbia this October.
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Abbotsford
Cheech & Chong ‘O Cannabis’ Tour
When: October 10, 8 p.m.
Where: Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Take your hits from the bong before seeing Cheech and Chong and hop in a “Doober” ride. The OG canna-comedians are back on ta Canadian tour! Dave’s not here but if the odds are right, you’ll probably meet some other guy named Dave.
Penticton
Cheech & Chong ‘O Cannabis’ Tour
When: October 9, 8 p.m.
Where: South Okanagan Events Centre, 853 Eckhardt Ave. W, Penticton
Legendary stoners Cheech and Chong make a stop in Penticton as part of their Canada-wide comedy tour.
Vancouver
Mental Health for (Cannabis and Non-Cannabis) Entrepreneurs
When: October 3, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Conscious Lab, 200-422 Richards St., Vancouver
Back by popular demand! Overcome stigmas associated with cannabis and entrepreneurship with other Canadian “cannapreneurs” during a talk that teach practical tactics for managing stress and enhancing productivity.
Annual Symposium on Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine
When: October 5 and 6
Where: Vancouver Animal Emergency & Referral Centre Conference Room, 2303 Alberta St., Vancouver
The annual Veterinary credit-approved weekend symposium will cover fascinating advances in cannabis medicine. Presentations will cover topics like animal rehabilitation medicine, palliative care, hemp diets, and others. Those in the region are encouraged to attend in person, but there will also be a live video stream
Dosed Movie Premiere
When: October 7, 6:35 p.m.
Where: The Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville St., Vancouver
The award-winning documentary makes its Canadian debut at this evening fundraiser for MAPS Canada. Tickets start at $25 and you can add-on donations in any amount to support this important cause.
TRUE FACT Cannabis Presents: An Exploration of Cannabis Vaporizers
When: October 11, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Where: EventChain, 214-268 Keefer St., Vancouver
Learn the ins and outs of cannabis vaporization, advantages and disadvantages of responsible vaporizing, witness product demonstrations from a variety of devices, learn cleaning techniques, and enter some sweet product giveaways. Tickets are $25 for this 19+ event.
Nature Walk With Cannabis
When: October 12, 3 p.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Chilco and Alberni, Lost Lagoon Path, Vancouver
Join a guided nature walk and learn how you can microdose with cannabis to heighten your senses in the outdoors, reconnect with nature, and “turn that grimace into a grin.” $60 admission includes a vape pen, guided walk, and snacks.
Leafly Live: Terp Talk
When: October 17, 5:45 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Where: 195 Alexander St., Vancouver
We’re hosting an educational event for budtenders across Canada. Leafly Learn will make stops in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto to teach budtenders new ways to think about and recommend cannabis using Leafly’s Cannabis Guide. Budtenders will leave knowing how to recommend cannabis so their customers get the right product for their specific needs.
Cannabis Microdosing With MaryJ
When: October 24, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Where: Conscious Lab, 422 Richards St. #200, Vancouver
Learn about microdosing in the new, legal cannabis climate. Including how to develop a practice and why microdosing might be beneficial. Ask questions to knowledgeable staff in a judgement-free environment. Admission is $25 with light refreshments provided.
Victoria
Cheech & Chong ‘O Cannabis’ Tour
When: October 6, 8 p.m.
Where: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St., Victoria
Comedy duo, Cheech and Chong, stop in Victoria on this leg of their Canadian tour. See how the act, based on the drug culture and hippie movements of the ’70s, holds up in the newly legal True North.
Grow Your Own, At Home!
When: October 19, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Cook Street Village Activity Centre, 380 Cook St., Victoria
Still wondering how you can take advantage of Canadian home growing laws but afraid to ask? This one hour workshop, hosted by U-CAN CANNABIS, will get you up and running!
