- LP License Intent
All cannabis cultivation, processing, and sale in Canada requires a Health Canada Licensed Producer (LP) license under the Cannabis Act 2018.
- Health Canada LP license application
- Physical security requirements
- Quality management system (QMS)
- Good Production Practices (GPP) compliance
- Pre-application Preparation
Extensive pre-application requirements. Health Canada recommends 12–18 months preparation for new applicants.
- Secure facility design and construction
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) developed
- Quality management system documented
- Key personnel background checks completed
- Federal and provincial security clearances
- Submit LP Application
Application via Health Canada Cannabis Tracking and Licensing System (CTLS). Application fee applies. Processing: 12–18+ months for new applicants.
- CTLS application with all supporting documentation
- Application fee (non-refundable)
- Facility blueprints, SOPs, QMS documentation
- Personnel lists and background check results
- License granted?
Health Canada reviews application, conducts pre-license inspection. Deficiency letters are common — respond promptly.
- Address Health Canada Deficiencies
Respond to deficiency letters. Common issues: security gaps, QMS documentation, SOP completeness, facility compliance.
- Written response to each deficiency
- Evidence of corrective action
- Re-inspection may be required
- Pre-License Inspection
Health Canada inspector visits facility before license issued. All systems must be operational.
- All security systems operational
- QMS fully implemented
- Personnel trained and documented
- SOPs in use
- LP License Issued ✓
Health Canada LP license issued. Annual renewal required. Ongoing Health Canada compliance inspections.