Patients
We’re here for your health.
We provide exceptional medical cannabis assessment, prescription, treatment plans and support for patients, veterans and caregivers across Quebec.
Find the expert healthcare team and personalized guidance you’ve been looking for at Santé Cannabis.
Book an appointment with our easy online system or give us a call!
Our clinic has been supporting access to medical cannabis since 2014,
and we won’t stop until every patient has the medical cannabis care they deserve.
Patients have diverse needs and medical cannabis doesn’t need to be complex or taboo.
We will support you and your healthcare providers with our knowledge and experience.
Our Santé Cannabis Commitment
No fees for all medical appointments with a valid RAMQ card
Medical cannabis assessment and prescription
Onsite and virtual visits
Personalized treatment plans to empower you toward your health goals
Follow-up and ongoing support from our clinical team
Patient and veteran support groups and events
Additional services we provide
Training options for your family doctor and other healthcare providers
Opportunities to participate in research
How it works
Step 1
Book your first appointment
with our easy online booking system.
Step 2
Complete your first appointment
and receive your personalized treatment plan, insurance support and education guide.
Step 3
Order your medical cannabis
from one of our partners, or a licensed medical cannabis seller of your choice.
Step 4
Start your journey
we’ll be right there with you!
How to become a patient with us
Choose between the two options below.
1. Start with us
This is the quickest option.
To start your journey today, complete our appointment request form using the link below. You can schedule your appointment immediately or request one for a future date.
As you progress with us, there will be chances to collaborate with your primary care team, specialist physicians, and pharmacists.
2. Start with your physician
Your healthcare team can work in collaboration with us.
If we start the process with a referral from your primary care physician, specialist, or nurse practitioner, we can seamlessly incorporate your healthcare team into your medical cannabis journey from the very beginning.
Contact your healthcare provider and request a referral using our form below.
Your Santé Cannabis Treatment Plan
Our care team creates your very own treatment plan and dosing schedule to meet your needs.
Starting medical cannabis treatment is easy with your treatment plan. The goal is to start low, and slowly work up to a dose that works best for you.
Step 1: Order the recommended medical cannabis products from your licensed seller
Step 2: Follow your dosing chart to progress daily with your medical cannabis treatment
Step 3: Record your progress in your patient handbook to easily report at your next appointment
Your Patient Handbook
Based on our experience with thousands of medical cannabis patients, we’ve developed a helpful guide to empower you with your treatment.
In our Patient Handbook, you can learn about:
- Introduction to medical cannabis treatments
- How to order your medical cannabis
- Methods of administration
- Side effects that you might experience and how to handle them
- Warnings and precautions to help keep you safe
Personalized Support and Follow-up
At Santé Cannabis, we prioritize your ongoing medical cannabis care.
- Our nursing team always available to answer your questions
- Virtual or in-person follow-up appointments every 3 months
- Follow-up appointments every 6 to 12 months once you’ve reached a stable medical cannabis treatment
- Option to transfer back to your referring doctor or specialized nurse practitioner to continue your medical cannabis care once it is stable
Veterans Program
We are committed to supporting Quebec Veterans with access to medical
cannabis.
Medical cannabis is covered for all Canadian Veterans according to the recommendations of the prescribing healthcare practitioner.
Our care team provides personalized support to ensure that you find the best treatment options and the best Veteran support programs.
Most medical cannabis licensed sellers provide:
- Specific Veteran support programs
- Free shipping and monthly order reminders
- Compensation for any additional costs of medical cannabis and medical cannabis devices not covered by Veterans Affairs Canada.
Total Body Fitness Mission
Many patients living with chronic pain, mental health issues or other conditions also face risks of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other chronic illnesses.
Medical cannabis treatment can be a catalyst to other lifestyle changes and we hope we can help you to achieve your lifestyle goals.
We’ve partnered with the MissionVAV program at McGill University to offer comprehensive online programs to support our patients toward improved cardiovascular health and quality of life.
Find out more about MissionVAV on their website, or reach out to us to find out how to join.
Participate in research
Santé Cannabis runs several observational studies, sponsored observational studies and clinical trials which may involve additional follow-up appointments and questionnaires. Participation is optional for all Santé Cannabis patients and does not affect the medical care you receive.
Your participation contributes to:
- Better understanding of medical cannabis treatment effectiveness
- Identification of any short or long-term risks, such as side effects
- Informing future studies, including randomized controlled trials
- Supporting healthcare professional training and education
Santé Cannabis continues to run a clinic-wide observational studies for all adult patients as well as clinical studies to assess specific conditions and symptoms.
Before you visit us
Costs
All appointments are free with your valid RAMQ card. We provide regular follow-up appointments with our Santé Cannabis doctors and nurse practitioners and phone calls with our nurse educators available every day at no cost.
Note that many patients need to purchase medical cannabis out-of-pocket, and it can cost between $100-200 per month.
Insurance Coverage
Quebec’s public prescription insurance (RAMQ) does not cover medical cannabis treatments, but several public agencies (CNESST, IVAC, Veterans Affairs Canada) and private insurance providers do offer specific coverage for eligible conditions.
In your appointment, our nurses will provide an insurance coverage assessment for you, and will recommend different treatment options to help you to maximize your budget.
For more details about insurance
Special Programs & Compassionate Pricing
Some licensed sellers provide patient programs, such as Senior’s discounts, Pediatric programs and Compassionate pricing based on your annual household income. We’ll make sure that you find the best fit for you.