Illegal cannabis enforcement
Last updated on November 6, 2025The Community Safety Unit (CSU) focuses on disrupting the illegal sale and production of cannabis in B.C.
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Identify or report illegal cannabis sales or production
Learn how to identify illegal cannabis stores, websites, or producers before you buy cannabis or submit a complaint.
The enforcement process and penalties
The Community Safety Unit (CSU) enforces against illegal cannabis operations and can undertake a range of enforcement activities.
Enforcement actions and statistics
Learn more about the enforcement actions taken by the CSU's compliance and enforcement program.
Cannabis in B.C.
Learn more about cannabis and its laws and regulations in British Columbia.
Contact information
Learn more about the CSU or contact us for more information.
604-502-5493
1-855-502-5494
604-591-5611
CSU@gov.bc.ca