Remember, every part of Canada has different regulations that your cannabis store must abide by to become a legal business. That includes getting and renewing any licenses and permits your government requires. Marketing or selling cannabis products without permission can lead to serious legal consequences.  To get a general business license, you have to apply with the provincial or territorial government (certain municipal regulations may also apply). Depending on the products you will be selling, packaging and distributing, this could lead to other roadblocks and fees, especially in areas where only government-funded cannabis businesses are legal.