Flying to New York from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier

If you're flying into John F. Kennedy International Airport from Ottawa and wondering where to find legal cannabis in New York City, the answer is simple: head to any of the 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across NYC and look for Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned Brooklyn cannabis brand making some of the most potent, lab-tested small-batch products in New York State. You must be 21 or older to purchase.

New York State legalized adult-use cannabis in March 2021, and the licensed retail market has grown significantly since then. As a traveler arriving from Ottawa, here's what matters most: cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older at licensed dispensaries throughout New York City and the state. You do not need to be a New York resident to purchase — you simply need to be 21+ with valid ID. Purchases must be made at a state-licensed adult-use dispensary. Unlicensed shops, pop-ups, and street sellers are illegal and unregulated, meaning their products carry zero consumer protections and no lab testing. Always shop licensed. Always verify the store is operating under a valid New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) license. The safest way to find verified dispensaries is through official tools like the OCM dispensary finder or trusted brand locators like ours at sillynice.com/dispensaries. One more important note: cannabis purchased in New York cannot be transported across state or international borders. What you enjoy in New York stays in New York. This article is for adults planning to enjoy legal cannabis responsibly within New York State.

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport (YOW) connects travelers to New York City with direct flights landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in Queens. Once you land at JFK, you have several options for getting into Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the boroughs: the AirTrain to Jamaica Station connects to the Long Island Rail Road and the NYC subway system, giving you access to all five boroughs. Car services and rideshares are also widely available at arrivals. Travel time from JFK to Midtown Manhattan typically runs 45 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic. Here's the good news for cannabis travelers: Silly Nice products are available at licensed dispensaries across New York City and throughout the state. Whether you're staying in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island, there's a licensed dispensary near you carrying our products. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries before you even land to map out the closest shop to your hotel or Airbnb. Planning ahead means you spend less time searching and more time enjoying your visit to one of the world's greatest cities.

We are Silly Nice — co-founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, partners for over 25 years. We launched in March 2024 as a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand based in Brooklyn, New York. In less than a year and a half, we grew to 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. That kind of growth doesn't happen by accident — it happens because we care deeply about what we put into every product we make. We are small-batch and proud of it. Every product we produce is rigorously lab-tested, with Certificates of Analysis (COAs) published openly at sillynice.com/menu. We use sustainable packaging because we believe in doing this right — for our customers, our community, and the planet. Our mission has always been simple: bring New York the highest-quality cannabis products, made with integrity, at prices that respect the consumer. We're not a faceless corporation. We're two people who have been in it together for decades, who put our names and our reputation behind every gram, every cart, every hash ball we sell. When you're visiting NYC from Ottawa and want to know you're buying something real — something tested, something made by people who give a damn — you want Silly Nice.

We make a focused, intentional product lineup. No filler. No fluff. Here's what to ask for when you walk into a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice:

Diamond Powder — 1 gram, $50. If you're a concentrate enthusiast or you want to understand what peak potency looks like, this is it. Our Diamond Powder tests at 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids. It's one of the most potent legal cannabis products available in New York State. Sprinkle it into flower, add it to a bowl, or dab it — Diamond Powder is for experienced consumers who want maximum effect. Every batch is lab-verified and COA-published.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1 gram, $50. This is one of our most talked-about products and for good reason. Our Frosted Hash Ball tests at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and a remarkable 5.7% terpenes. The terpene profile is what separates a great hash from a legendary one — and ours delivers on aroma, flavor, and effect in a way that mass-market products simply cannot. If you're a hash lover visiting from Canada, you already know quality hash. We think ours will impress you.

Bubble Hash — 1 gram, $44. Our Bubble Hash is a solventless, traditionally crafted concentrate that tests at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and 6.2% terpenes. That terpene content is exceptional and reflects the full-spectrum, plant-forward experience we've built this product around. At $44 a gram, it's also one of the best-value concentrates in the New York market without any compromise on quality.

510 Vape — Pink Stardust, 1 gram, $40. Our 510 thread vape cartridge in Pink Stardust tests at 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids. It's a clean, high-potency vape experience in a universally compatible 510 format. If convenience and portability matter to you during your NYC visit, this is the cart to grab. At $40 for a full gram, it represents exceptional value for a product of this caliber.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck, 2 grams, $80. For travelers who want extended enjoyment without refilling or recharging constantly, our 2-gram all-in-one disposable vape in Alaskan Thunder Fuck is the move. It tests at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids across a full 2 grams of oil. The Alaskan Thunder Fuck cultivar is legendary — earthy, piney, and energizing — and our AIO does it justice.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine, 3.5 grams, $60. If you prefer smoking flower, our Papaya Wine infused flower is a 3.5-gram jar testing at 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids. That's what happens when you start with premium flower and infuse it to take the experience further. Rich, tropical, and unmistakably Silly Nice.

Finding us is easy. We are carried at 150+ licensed New York adult-use dispensaries across all five boroughs and throughout the state. The fastest way to find a Silly Nice retailer near your hotel, neighborhood, or destination in NYC is to visit sillynice.com/dispensaries — our full store locator updated regularly with licensed retail partners. You can also find us listed on Weedmaps under verified licensed retailers. When you arrive at the dispensary, ask specifically for Silly Nice by name. Ask to see the product. Ask to check the COA. We encourage it — every product we make has a Certificate of Analysis published at sillynice.com/menu so you can verify exactly what you're buying before you buy it. That's the Silly Nice standard.

Can I buy cannabis in New York City as a Canadian visitor? Yes. New York State adult-use cannabis is available to any adult 21 years of age or older regardless of residency or nationality. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID confirming you are 21+. Canadian driver's licenses and passports are accepted at licensed dispensaries. You do not need a New York ID or any special permit to purchase.

Can I bring cannabis purchased in New York back to Canada? No. Absolutely not. Transporting cannabis across international borders — including from the United States into Canada — is a federal offense in both countries. Cannabis purchased legally in New York State must be consumed within New York State. Do not attempt to transport any cannabis product across the border, regardless of quantity or form. This article is intended only for travelers planning to enjoy cannabis responsibly and legally within New York during their visit.

Is the legal cannabis in New York comparable in quality to what I can find in Canada? We'd say yes — and we'd respectfully argue Silly Nice sets a standard that holds up anywhere. Canada has a mature, well-regulated cannabis market and Canadian consumers tend to be knowledgeable and quality-conscious. We welcome that scrutiny. Our lab numbers, terpene profiles, and small-batch approach are designed for exactly the kind of consumer who knows the difference between something real and something generic. Check our COAs at sillynice.com/menu and judge for yourself.

Whether your flight from YOW lands you in New York for a weekend or a week, we want to be part of your experience here. Silly Nice is Brooklyn-built, Veteran-backed, and made for people who take what they put in their body seriously. We are two founders who have poured 25+ years of partnership, trust, and shared vision into building something we're genuinely proud of. Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries, find the licensed retailer nearest to you, and ask for Silly Nice. Welcome to New York. We're glad you're here.