How Much Does It Cost to Start a Cannabis Cultivation Facility in Canada?

Get a clear breakdown of cannabis facility startup costs in Canada and how 4trees helps you build it right.

“We don’t just build facilities. We build cultivators.“

Starting a legal cannabis cultivation facility in Canada is one of the most exciting business ventures in the evolving cannabis industry. Whether you’re planning to launch a micro-cultivation facility or a full-scale commercial grow, understanding your startup costs is crucial to your success.

At 4trees Cannabis Building Ltd., we specialize in turnkey cannabis cultivation solutions. From design and licensing to full build-outs and ongoing facility management, we help you every step of the way. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what it really costs to start a cannabis cultivation facility in Canada, tailored for 2025 and beyond.

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How We Help

Facility Planning

We create custom CAD drawings and layouts tailored to your space and licensing class.

Licensing Support

From CTLS submissions to site evidence, we guide you through the entire Health Canada process.

Engineering & Systems

Our team designs HVAC-D, fertigation, lighting, and more specific to your grow goals.

Equipment Sourcing

We help you source HVAC, lighting, benches, and more at wholesale pricing.

SOPs & Compliance

Facility-specific SOPs built for Health Canada compliance and day-to-day cultivation success.

Ongoing Cultivation Help

We offer learning platforms and video support to keep your team dialed in after launch.

Planning Your Facility: Micro, Standard, or Custom?

Before we dive into costs, it’s important to define what type of facility you’re building. Here’s a quick comparison:

Micro-Cultivation: Up to 200 m² of canopy space
Standard Cultivation: Unlimited canopy, more complex builds
Processing or Extraction Add-ons: May be included in buildout

Your total cost will depend heavily on whether you’re building from raw land, renovating an existing building, or fitting out a leased space.

Cost Breakdown: What to Expect

1. Construction & Build Type

Build Type	Estimated Cost (CAD)
Raw Land (Ground-Up)	$150–$250 per sq. ft.
Renovation	$80–$150 per sq. ft.
Leased Shell Fit-Out	$60–$100 per sq. ft.

These prices include walling, PVC paneling, HVAC-D, lighting framework, electrical upgrades, security measures, and environmental prep.

2. Grow Equipment Package

For a well-equipped 6,000 sq. ft. cannabis facility, you can expect:

High-quality LED lighting systems
HVAC-D setup for precision environment control
CO2 systems, dehumidifiers, and fertigation
Benching, irrigation, and security

Estimated Cost: $400,000 – $500,000

3. Planning & Engineering Services

At 4trees, our expert team provides:

CAD drawings & engineered floorplans
Room-by-room system design
HVAC-D, lighting, fertigation, and environmental planning

Estimated Cost: $2.50/sq. ft. × 6,000 sq. ft. = $15,000

4. Business Plan & SOP Development

To help with investor readiness and Health Canada compliance, we provide:

Investor-grade cannabis business plans
Customized SOPs tailored to your facility

Estimated Cost: $3,000

5. Licensing & CTLS Support

Health Canada requires a fully built, compliant facility before licensing. We offer:

CTLS navigation & application support
Security clearance help
Site evidence video walkthrough planning
Response handling to Health Canada queries

Estimated Cost: $25,000

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Total Estimated Project Costs

Scenario

Ground-Up Construction
$1.5 - $2.4

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Renovation Build-Out
$1.2M - $1.5M

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Leased Shell Fit-Out – $950K – $1.2M

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Timeline to Completion

Phase	Estimated Time
Planning & Design	3–6 weeks
Construction Build	3–6 months (avg.)
Licensing Review	60–90 days
Total Project	6–9 months typical

Micro vs. Standard Licence: Quick Comparison

Feature	Micro-Cultivation	Standard Cultivation
Canopy Limit	Up to 800 m²	No limit
Security Requirements	Moderate	High
Licensing Speed	Faster	Slightly longer
Suitable For	Small to mid producers	Larger-scale operations

Why Work With 4trees?

4trees Cannabis Building Ltd. is a full-service consulting and design firm dedicated to the success of licensed cannabis producers. We:

Guide you through licensing with Health Canada
Provide engineered design plans
Build high-efficiency grow spaces
Offer SOPs, business plans, and training
Support your operation with ongoing LMS and cultivation coaching

We don’t just build facilities. We build cultivators.

Ready to start your cannabis cultivation journey?