Ordering cannabis delivery for the first time is simple once you know what to have ready: valid photo ID, cash for the driver, an order that meets the minimum, and an address the driver can find. This checklist walks through every step of a first order with Saint John Bud Express, so nothing catches you off guard on your doorstep in Saint John.
Are you old enough, and do you have ID ready?
Be 19 or older. That is the minimum age for cannabis in New Brunswick, and it applies to every order.
Have government-issued photo ID in hand. The driver checks it at the door before handing anything over. A driver's licence, passport or provincial photo ID card works best. The name and face should match the person receiving the order.
Be the one who answers the door. If someone else is going to accept the order, they need to be of age and show their own ID. For a fuller rundown of age and possession rules, read our guide to New Brunswick cannabis rules and ID, and check the current provincial rules if anything has changed.
How do you pay?
Cash on delivery. You pay the driver in cash when your order arrives. Nothing is charged online.
Have close to exact change. Your order total shows at checkout. Having the right amount ready keeps the hand-off quick. Our guide to cash on delivery weed explains why this model works and what to expect.
What does the order need to be?
Meet the minimum. The minimum order is $50.
Know the delivery fee. Delivery is $5, and it is free on orders over $100. If you are close to that line, it can make sense to add one more item rather than pay the fee.
Check this week's offers. Some days have deals running. See the current list on our promotions page before you build your cart.
Is your address ready for the driver?
Make sure you are in the delivery area. Checkout checks your address against our zone. Pick your address from the suggestions as you type so the driver gets an exact location.
Add helpful notes. Apartment number, buzzer code, which door to use, or "blue house behind the garage" all help. The more specific, the faster the hand-off.
Keep your phone on. The driver may call or text if they cannot find you. Answer an unknown number around the time your order is due.
When will it arrive?
Most orders arrive within 1 to 3 hours. Drivers leave on scheduled runs, and your order rides the next one after you check out. Our hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10 AM to 8 PM, Sunday and Monday 12 PM to 5:30 PM. If you want the full picture of how the timing works, read how delivery runs work.
What should you buy first?
Start with something familiar. If you have smoked before, a gram or an eighth of flower is an easy place to begin. A pre-roll is even simpler, since there is nothing to grind or roll.
Pick a type based on how you want to feel. Strains are usually grouped as indica, sativa or hybrid. Many people reach for indica-leaning strains in the evening and sativa-leaning ones during the day, though everyone reacts a little differently.
Be careful with edibles. They take much longer to kick in than smoking and can be stronger than expected. If you try them, start with a small piece and wait at least two hours. Our article on how long edibles take explains why.
Skip concentrates on a first order. Diamonds, shatter and similar products are far stronger than flower and are better saved for when you know your tolerance.
How should you start once it arrives?
Start low and go slow. A puff or two, then wait 10 to 15 minutes to see how you feel. You can always have more; you cannot have less.
Stay home and stay off the road. Never drive high. Enjoy your order somewhere comfortable where you have nowhere to be.
Store it properly. Keep cannabis in an airtight container, out of light and heat, and away from kids and pets.
The Bottom Line
A smooth first order comes down to four things: be 19 or older with photo ID, have cash ready, meet the $50 minimum, and give the driver a clear address. Start with something simple, take it slow, and when you are ready, browse the full shop and place your order.