Alberta Cannabis Sales

Sep, 2026
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Overview

Alberta’s cannabis market remains one of the largest in Canada, with September 2026 sales reaching $81.5 million. Over the past year, the market has shown resilience, maintaining a steady pace despite minor fluctuations. While there have been some months of contraction, the overall year-over-year sales change for September 2026 is nearly flat at -0.1%, signaling a mature market that has stabilized after several years of rapid growth. Average item prices in Alberta have held steady, with September 2026 coming in at $22.82, reflecting only a slight decrease from the previous year. This price stability, combined with consistent unit sales, suggests that consumers are not experiencing significant price shocks, and retailers are managing inventory and promotions effectively.

The market’s monthly sales have hovered between $81 million and $86 million over the past year, with only modest month-over-month changes. This consistency points to a loyal consumer base and a well-established retail network. However, the lack of significant growth also highlights the importance of innovation and differentiation, as brands and retailers look for new ways to capture consumer interest in a competitive environment.

$81.48M

Sep, 2026

Sales

-0.1 %

Year Over Year

Growth

Data Snapshot Oct 03, 2026

Market Comparison

When compared to other major Canadian provinces, Alberta’s cannabis market is holding steady but not leading in growth. Here’s how Alberta stacks up against its peers for September 2026:

Alberta Weed Prices

Product
Sep, 2026
YoY
Flower (Gram)
$19.26
Flower (Eighth)
$23.65
Edible (100mg)
$20.01
Concentrate (Gram)
$32.16
Top Strain
Blueberry
| Province | Total Sales ($M) | Avg. Item Price ($) | MoM Sales Growth | YoY Sales Growth | |----------|------------------|---------------------|------------------|------------------| | [Alberta (AB)](https://www.headset.io/markets/alberta) | 81.5 | 22.82 | -3.0% | -0.1% | | [British Columbia (BC)](https://www.headset.io/markets/british-columbia) | 80.5 | 23.39 | -4.2% | 15.9% | | [Ontario (ON)](https://www.headset.io/markets/ontario) | 176.9 | 21.94 | -1.4% | -5.6% | | [Saskatchewan (SK)](https://www.headset.io/markets/saskatchewan) | 20.7 | 22.61 | -4.5% | 21.9% |
Data Snapshot Oct 03, 2026

Category Performance

Category
Sep, 2026
YoY
$
30.26
M
-1.4
%
$
20.15
M
6.0
%
$
19.54
M
-3.8
%
$
4.91
M
6.7
%
$
3.33
M
2.5
%
$
1.42
M
-6.0
%
$
0.75
M
-19.4
%
$
0.4
M
-7.0
%

While traditional categories like Flower and Pre-Rolls continue to dominate in Alberta, Vapor Pens stand out for their positive growth trend. In September 2026, Vapor Pens generated $20.1 million in sales, with a 6.0% year-over-year increase—a notable contrast to the overall market’s flat performance. The segment breakdown reveals that All-in-one Disposables are driving this growth, posting a 23.9% year-over-year sales increase and a 33.6% jump in units sold. This surge suggests a shift in consumer preference toward convenience and portability.

| Brand Name | Total Sales ($M) | Units Sold | Avg. Item Price ($) | |------------|------------------|------------|---------------------| | [Back Forty / Back 40 Cannabis](https://www.headset.io/brands/back-40-cannabis) | 1.83 | 55,366 | 33.13 | | [BoxHot](https://www.headset.io/brands/boxhot) | 0.79 | 22,891 | 34.70 | | [Spinach](https://www.headset.io/brands/spinach) | 0.63 | 19,644 | 32.23 | | [General Admission](https://www.headset.io/brands/general-admission) | 0.53 | 15,202 | 35.07 | | [Headstone Cannabis](https://www.headset.io/brands/headstone-cannabis) | 0.35 | 9,717 | 35.64 | | [Nugz (Canada)](https://www.headset.io/brands/nugz) | 0.34 | 9,075 | 37.54 | | [SUPER TOAST](https://www.headset.io/brands/super-toast) | 0.34 | 9,278 | 36.58 | | [Kolab](https://www.headset.io/brands/kolab) | 0.26 | 7,399 | 34.55 |
Market Trends

Product Category Market Share In Alberta

Monthly Cannabis Sales

Historical Cannabis Sales In Alberta

Alberta Cannabis Reports

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Alberta Cannabis News

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