Your questions, answered.

Medical cannabis is the use of the cannabis plant or its compounds (THC, CBD) under the supervision of a licensed practitioner, as part of a treatment plan. It's based on a clinical evaluation, an adapted dosage and follow-up.

Yes. It's regulated under Health Canada's Cannabis Regulations. A prescription from a licensed practitioner is required.

Physicians and nurse practitioners licensed to practise in Canada. No prescription is issued without a genuine clinical evaluation.

Timing depends on practitioner availability and the information needed to complete your file. Our team explains the next step during your callback.

No. You can apply directly with Coverleaf; our team handles the rest.

No. Eligibility is determined by the practitioner's clinical evaluation. Coverleaf does not diagnose or guarantee a prescription.

Some private plans may cover it, often subject to prior authorization, specific criteria and an annual limit. Check your own contract; Coverleaf can help prepare the requested information, but the insurer always makes the decision.

Veterans Affairs Canada may reimburse medical cannabis for eligible Veterans, and the CNESST may reimburse certain accepted Quebec workplace-injury claims, subject to approval. We evaluate patients and prepare the documentation; the consultation is free for eligible Veterans. Coverleaf does not guarantee coverage.

You may apply to Health Canada if a licensed practitioner provides a medical document and you meet the Cannabis Regulations requirements. Health Canada decides whether to issue the registration; Coverleaf can explain the clinical pathway and help prepare the file.

Health Canada's registration certificate states the authorized plant count based on the daily amount in the medical document and the formulas in the Cannabis Regulations. Do not begin producing until you have received that certificate.