Oka Dispensary Hours: When Bear’s Den and Nearby Cannabis Stores Are Open

If you are looking up Oka dispensary hours, you probably want to know one thing before you grab your keys: will the shop be open when you get there? We are Bear’s Den Cannabis, the Indigenous-women-owned shop in Kanesatake right beside the village of Oka, and this page gives you our exact hours, how to confirm them, and everything else that helps a trip go smoothly.

We wrote it the way we would answer at our counter. Short answers first, then the practical details a local shopper or a first-time visitor actually needs: when it is busy, how phone orders work, what to bring, how to get here, and what to know about the rules.

Our hours at a glance

Here is our weekly schedule. It is the same every week, which is one of the things our regulars tell us they appreciate most.

Day	Opens	Closes
Monday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Tuesday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Wednesday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Thursday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Friday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Saturday	8:30 a.m.	9:30 p.m.
Sunday	8:30 a.m.	9 p.m.

So we open at 8:30 every morning, seven days a week, and close at 9:30 at night, except Sunday, when we close half an hour earlier at 9. That gives you a thirteen-hour window six days a week and a twelve-and-a-half-hour window on Sunday.

The early opening is deliberate. Plenty of our customers stop in on the way to work, before a day on the water around Lac des Deux Montagnes, or before a hike in the park. The late close covers the after-work and evening crowd.

Which listing to trust when hours disagree

Our hours appear in several places: the top of our homepage, the footer of every page on our site, our Kanesatake location page, our Google listing, and assorted directory sites we do not control. Most of the time they match. When they don’t, here is the order we suggest.

First, our own website. The hours on our homepage and on our Kanesatake dispensary page are the ones we update ourselves. They are the source of truth.

Second, a phone call. If you are driving a long way, or it is a holiday, a quick call settles it. Reach us at (866) 306-2882 Ext. 2.

Last, third-party listings. Directory sites, review apps and scraped business pages often lag behind. We have seen our own hours listed slightly wrong on sites we have never touched. Treat them as a rough guide, not the final word.

“We would rather you call and confirm than drive out and find a surprise. A two-minute phone call saves a wasted trip, and we are happy to answer whatever you want to ask before you come.” the Bear’s Den team

Planning your visit by time of day

Being open all day means you can pick the kind of visit you want. Here is how the day usually feels at our counter.

Early morning, 8:30 to 11

This is one of the quieter stretches, especially on weekdays. It is the best time if you are new to cannabis, want to ask a lot of questions, or would like a budtender to walk you through a category you have never tried. Nobody is waiting behind you, and we can take our time.

Midday, 11 to 4

Lunch hours stay fairly steady on weekdays. Weekends pick up in the early afternoon as day-trippers come through on their way to or from the park and the lake.

Evening, 4 to close

After-work traffic makes evenings our busiest time, and Friday and Saturday nights are the busiest of all, especially in the last hour before our 9:30 close. If you are coming in the evening, calling ahead to set your order aside makes the stop quick.

Sundays

Sunday hours match the rest of the week in the morning, but we close at 9 instead of 9:30. If you are heading home from a weekend in the Laurentians or the lake, plan to arrive before 9.

Phone orders, pickup and why we don’t deliver

We are a single store in Kanesatake. We do not deliver, and we do not ship. Every order is picked up in person at our counter. We say that plainly because a lot of people search for delivery around Oka, and we would rather you know before you plan around it.

What we do offer is a simple phone set-aside. Call (866) 306-2882 Ext. 2 during open hours, tell us what you are after, and we will check stock and put it aside for you. Then you drive in, show your ID, and pick it up. It is the fastest way to shop with us, especially on a busy evening.

A few tips that make phone orders smoother:

• Have a look at our online menu first so you know the names of the products you want.
• Ask for a backup choice in case something sells out before you arrive.
• Give us a rough arrival time so we know when to expect you.
• Bring the same ID you would bring for any visit; we check it at pickup.

Holiday hours, weather and the unexpected

Our regular hours are what we keep almost every day of the year. Statutory holidays, major storms or road conditions can occasionally change that, and online listings rarely update in time to reflect it.

If you are planning a visit on a long weekend or a holiday, or the weather looks rough, the safest move is to call before you leave. It takes a minute, and it is the only way to be sure. We would much rather answer the phone than have you make the trip for nothing.

Before any longer drive, run through this quick checklist:

• Is today a holiday or long weekend? If so, call first.
• Will you arrive at least fifteen minutes before closing, so there is time to shop without rushing?
• Do you have valid photo ID that shows you are 21 or older?
• Have you called to set aside anything you really want, in case it sells out?
• Is your plan to consume only once the driving is done?

Five yeses, and you are set for a smooth visit.

Getting here from Oka and the surrounding towns

You will find us at 1510B Rang Ste-Philomène, Kanesatake, QC J0N 1E0, a short drive from the village of Oka. For now we are serving customers from a temporary space at that same address while we build, so if the building looks different from older photos online, you are still in the right place. The easiest way to get turn-by-turn directions is our Google Maps listing, which routes you straight to the shop.

From Pointe-Calumet, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac and Deux-Montagnes

Follow Route 344 west along Lac des Deux Montagnes toward Oka and Kanesatake, then turn onto Rang Ste-Philomène. Shoppers coming from Saint-Eustache, Mirabel and Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac make the same trip.

From Montreal, Laval and the West Island

Many of our customers drive in from the city, and for them our hours matter even more, since nobody wants to arrive after closing. Leave yourself time for traffic, especially on Friday evenings, and remember the Sunday close is at 9.

From Hudson and the south shore of the lake

Some visitors cross the lake from the Hudson side. If that is you, our page for Hudson shoppers covers the trip in more detail.

What to bring when you visit

A visit to our shop is simple, but a few things help.

Valid photo ID. We serve adults 21 and over and ask for valid government-issued photo identification, every time.

A rough idea of what you want. Not required, but browsing the menu first means less time deciding at the counter. If you have no idea, that is fine too; it is literally what we are here for.

A plan to get home sober. Never drive after consuming cannabis. If you plan to try something on your trip, sort out a designated driver before you leave.

Finding an Oka cannabis store: your options

People searching for an Oka cannabis store are often surprised that the village itself has very few. Shoppers in the area generally choose between our shop in neighbouring Kanesatake, other independent shops in the area, and the SQDC, the Société québécoise du cannabis, which is Quebec’s government-run cannabis retailer with branches across the province.

We are not going to publish other stores’ hours here. They are not ours to keep up to date, and an out-of-date schedule is worse than none. People searching for an SQDC in Oka should know that, when we last checked, there was no SQDC branch in the village itself; directory listings put the nearest ones in neighbouring North Shore cities such as Mirabel. If you are considering an SQDC branch, check the SQDC’s own store locator for its current address and hours. They are a real alternative that exists, with a different setup from ours.

What we can tell you is what we offer: an early 8:30 a.m. open every day, a late close, an Indigenous-women-owned counter that has been here since 2018, fair everyday pricing, and a team that asks what you want instead of upselling. We think that is worth the stop on Rang Ste-Philomène.

The key differences behind the hours

Hours are the surface question. Underneath, the shops near Oka differ in ways that matter more than a half hour of open time.

Who runs the store

The SQDC is the Quebec government’s cannabis retailer, operating inside the provincial framework. Bear’s Den is an Indigenous-women-owned shop that operates outside that system, under asserted Indigenous-sovereignty principles on Sovereign Kanesatake Mohawk Territory. That is our own stated position. We are not part of the SQDC framework, we do not speak for provincial or federal authorities, and the province does not recognize cannabis retail on Mohawk territory the way it recognizes its own stores. You deserve that straight, not buried in fine print.

The rules that apply to you

Under Quebec’s Cannabis Regulation Act, the minimum age to possess cannabis is 21, the highest in Canada, possessing a cannabis plant is prohibited (which is how Quebec bans growing at home), and section 25 says only the SQDC and cannabis producers may sell cannabis. On top of that, the federal Cannabis Act limits adults to 30 grams of dried cannabis or the equivalent in public, and Quebec’s Act bans smoking cannabis on public roads and in parks. Those are the rules that apply to you in Quebec, wherever you shop.

The shopping experience

Government retail and our shop simply feel different. At our counter you get budtenders who take time with you, ask what you are after, and walk you through the options with no rush and no pressure. That personal, education-first approach is what we build around.

What you can shop while we are open

Since you are checking hours, you are probably planning what to pick up. Our flower selection rotates through indica, sativa and hybrid strains. We also carry pre-rolls and infused pre-rolls, traditional hash, vape pens and disposables, concentrates and CBD options.

Our edibles range runs from gummies and chocolate to cookies and drinks. Edibles take longer to work than smoking, so if you are new to them, start with a small amount and give it time before taking more. Health Canada’s guidance on the health effects of cannabis is a good neutral read, and any health question belongs with a licensed practitioner.

Making a day of it near Oka

A lot of visitors fold a stop at our shop into a day out. Oka National Park, with its beach and trails along the lake, is close by, and the drive along Lac des Deux Montagnes is a pleasant one in any season. In warmer months, the orchards and farm stands around the area draw plenty of day-trippers too.

If you are making a day of it, come in early, before your plans start, or swing by on your way home. Either way, our hours give you a wide window. Just remember: enjoy cannabis at home, after the driving is done.

Three sample visits, matched to our hours

Not sure when to come? Here is how three very different shoppers tend to use our schedule.

The early commuter

You live in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac or Pointe-Calumet and drive past on your way to work. Call when we open at 8:30, set your order aside, and stop in on your way through. With no line in the morning, you are back on the road in a few minutes.

The weekend day-tripper

You are coming out from Laval or Montreal for a day at the park. Browse the menu the night before, come in late morning before the afternoon rush, then head to the beach or the trails. If you would rather shop on the way home, aim to arrive well before 9:30 on Saturday or 9 on Sunday.

The first-timer with questions

You have never bought cannabis before and want someone to explain the difference between a pre-roll, an edible and a vape. Come on a weekday morning or early afternoon, when we have the most time to talk. Tell us it is your first visit, and we will keep it simple, suggest a small starting amount, and never push you toward something you did not come in for.

What happens at the counter on your first visit

If you have never been to our shop, here is what to expect, step by step.

1. ID check. We ask every customer for valid government-issued photo ID showing you are 21 or older. No exceptions, even for regulars we know by name.

2. A quick conversation. One of our team will ask what you are looking for and how you plan to use it. There are no wrong answers. “I don’t know” is a perfectly good place to start.

3. Options, explained plainly. We will show you a few choices that match what you described, explain the format and strength in everyday language, and point out anything a beginner should know, like how much slower edibles are to take effect.

4. Your call, no pressure. You decide. If nothing feels right, you are welcome to leave with nothing and come back another day. We would rather you trust us than buy something you are unsure about.

Why we keep long hours seven days a week

We get asked why we open so early and stay open so late, every single day. The honest answer is that it fits the people we serve. Folks in this area work shifts, commute long distances, and spend weekends outdoors. A shop that is only open in the middle of the day does not fit those lives.

Keeping the same hours every day also makes us easy to plan around. You never have to remember which day we close early or open late, other than the Sunday close at 9. That consistency is part of how we try to earn your trust, along with fair pricing and honest answers.

Frequently asked questions

What are Bear’s Den Cannabis hours near Oka?

We are open 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, seven days a week, at 1510B Rang Ste-Philomène in Kanesatake near Oka. Holiday hours can differ, so call (866) 306-2882 Ext. 2 to confirm before a long trip.

Is there a cannabis store in Oka itself?

The village of Oka has very few cannabis retailers. Most local shoppers choose between our shop in neighbouring Kanesatake, other independent shops in the area, and the nearest SQDC branch. For any SQDC branch, check the SQDC’s own store locator for current hours.

How early can I buy cannabis near Oka?

Our doors open at 8:30 a.m. every day of the week, including weekends. If you want to set something aside first, you can call us once we open.

Do you deliver around Oka?

No. We are a single store and we do not deliver. You can call ahead to check stock and set an order aside, then pick it up in person at our counter with valid photo ID.

Are your hours different on holidays?

They can be. Statutory holidays and bad weather sometimes mean adjusted hours, and online listings do not always update in time. The most reliable way to check is a quick call to us before you head out.

How is Bear’s Den different from the SQDC?

The SQDC is Quebec’s government-run cannabis retailer operating inside the provincial system. Bear’s Den is an Indigenous-women-owned shop that operates outside that system, under our own asserted Indigenous-sovereignty position on Sovereign Kanesatake Mohawk Territory. We are not the SQDC, and we never present ourselves as one.

About Bear’s Den Cannabis

Bear’s Den Cannabis is an Indigenous-women-owned shop established in 2018 on Sovereign Kanesatake Mohawk Territory, near Oka, Quebec, at 1510B Rang Ste-Philomène, Kanesatake, QC J0N 1E0. We built this place around education first and fair pricing, with no pressure and no upselling. Our roots in Kanesatake shape how we work, and we take real pride in serving both our community and the shoppers who travel in from across the region.

We are honest about our position: we operate outside Quebec’s government retail framework under asserted Indigenous sovereignty, which is our own stated stance and distinct from the SQDC. If you want the fuller story, our about page lays it out.

The bottom line

Our Oka dispensary hours are simple: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, every week, with our own website as the source of truth and a quick phone call as the backup on holidays. Browse the menu before you come, call (866) 306-2882 Ext. 2 to set your order aside, or get directions and visit us in Kanesatake.