Closest Cannabis Store to York University: Walking Distance from Keele Campus

Updated May 2026. If you're a York University student, faculty member, or visitor searching for a dispensary near York University, the closest licensed Ashario Cannabis location is at 1111A Finch Ave W Unit 1, North York, ON M3J 2P7, roughly 2.4 km north of the Keele campus core and a short ride on the YRT/TTC bus network. Ashario Finch is open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily, 365 days a year, and offers same-day in-store pickup on hundreds of SKUs. This local guide walks you through every realistic route from Keele campus to the store, transit times, on-campus rules, and what to expect when you arrive.

Whether you live in Pond Road Residence, commute in from Vaughan via the TTC Line 1 extension, or are visiting Schulich for an evening lecture, this guide answers the most common questions students ask our budtenders at the Ashario Finch location. For a full overview of the chain, visit our Ashario Cannabis homepage or browse current cannabis product categories before you head over.

Where Is the Closest Dispensary to York University?

The closest cannabis store to York University's Keele campus is Ashario Cannabis Finch, located at 1111A Finch Ave W Unit 1, North York, ON M3J 2P7. From the centre of campus (Vari Hall), it's approximately 2.4 kilometres by road and 12 to 18 minutes by bus, or 28 to 32 minutes on foot via Keele Street northbound. The store can be reached at +1-647-368-7722, and hours are 7 AM to 11 PM, seven days a week.

This makes Ashario Finch the most practical choice for York U students because:

• It sits directly on Finch Avenue West, a major TTC bus corridor used by tens of thousands of York students weekly.
• It's open until 11 PM: useful after evening labs, study sessions or shifts at the Underground.
• It offers full-spectrum inventory: flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, concentrates, beverages and accessories.
• Online reservations through the Ashario Cannabis website let you skip browsing time between classes.

Other Ashario locations exist further afield, see our full Ashario store locations page, but Finch is unambiguously the closest dispensary to York University for anyone based on the Keele campus.

Walking Route: Keele Campus to Ashario Finch

The most direct walking route from York University to the closest weed store near York U is to head north on Keele Street, then turn east onto Finch Avenue West. The total walking distance is approximately 2.8 kilometres, taking 28 to 35 minutes at a normal pace. The route is fully sidewalk-served and well-lit after dark.

Step-by-step walking directions:

1. Start at Vari Hall (4700 Keele St) and walk west toward Keele Street.
2. Turn right (north) on Keele Street.
3. Continue past Steeles Avenue West: note that you'll cross the City of Vaughan boundary briefly before re-entering Toronto/North York at Finch.
4. At Finch Avenue West, turn right (east).
5. Continue approximately 400 metres. Ashario Cannabis is on the north side of Finch at 1111A.

This route is one of the few in the GTA where a major university sits within reasonable walking distance of a licensed retailer. For a broader breakdown of nearby walkable locations, see our guide on finding a dispensary within walking distance across the GTA.

Transit Routes from York University to Ashario Finch

Most York University students reach the closest cannabis store by TTC bus. From the Keele campus bus terminal, the trip to Ashario Finch takes between 12 and 22 minutes depending on connection. Three transit options work well for the cannabis near Keele campus trip.

Option 1: TTC 60 Steeles West + 36 Finch West

Board the 60 Steeles West eastbound from York University Bus Terminal. Get off at Steeles & Keele, walk south on Keele to Finch West Station, then board the 36 Finch West bus east one stop. Total time: ~22 minutes.

Option 2: TTC Line 1 to Finch West Station

Walk to Pioneer Village Station on the TTC Line 1 extension (Yonge-University). Take Line 1 southbound one stop to Finch West Station. Exit and board the 36 Finch West bus eastbound for two stops. Total time: ~18 minutes including walking.

Option 3: TTC 41 Keele Bus

Board the 41 Keele southbound from York campus stops on Keele Street. Ride approximately 8 minutes to the Keele & Finch intersection. From there, walk east on Finch for roughly 8 minutes to reach 1111A Finch Ave W. Total time: ~16 minutes.

If you're coming from further north, check our guide to cannabis pickup options across North York for alternate Ashario locations.

Cannabis Rules on York University Campus

Under Ontario's Cannabis Act and the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, cannabis cannot be consumed anywhere on York University property, including residences, parking lots, sidewalks adjacent to campus buildings, the Common, and outdoor smoking shelters. York University maintains a smoke-free campus policy that explicitly includes cannabis. The legal age to purchase or possess cannabis in Ontario is 19+, and you must present valid government-issued photo ID at any licensed retailer, including Ashario Cannabis.

Key facts York U students should know:

• Possession of up to 30 grams of dried cannabis (or equivalent) in public is legal for adults 19+ in Ontario.
• Cannabis must remain sealed in its original Ashario packaging while in transit.
• Consumption is not permitted in residences, including Pond Road, Calumet, Founders, Stong, Tatham Hall and graduate residences.
• You cannot consume cannabis on TTC, YRT, GO Transit or in any vehicle on campus property.

Our budtenders at the Finch location frequently field questions from students about storage and transport: feel free to ask when you visit. You can also reach the team via the Ashario contact page.

What Ashario Finch Stocks for York U Students

Ashario Cannabis Finch carries the full range of legal product categories regulated by the AGCO. Students searching for york university cannabis options will find inventory spanning every major Licensed Producer active in Ontario, including Spinach, Redecan, Pure Sunfarms, General Admission, Good Supply, Carmel, Back Forty, Tweed, Shred, Hexo, and Broken Coast among others.

Categories carried in-store:

• Dried flower: 1g, 3.5g, 7g, 14g and 28g formats across indica, sativa and hybrid cultivars.
• Pre-rolls: singles, multipacks, infused pre-rolls and blunt formats.
• 510 vape cartridges & disposables: live resin, distillate and full-spectrum extract options.
• Edibles: gummies, chocolates, baked goods and soft chews capped at 10 mg THC per package per Health Canada rules.
• Beverages: sparkling waters, teas and sodas with THC or CBD.
• Concentrates: hash, rosin, shatter, live resin and diamonds.
• Accessories: grinders, papers, glass, vape batteries and storage.

You can browse the full cannabis product categories on the Ashario website before you walk over so you arrive knowing exactly what you want.

Reserving Online Before You Walk to the Store

To save time between classes, Ashario Cannabis offers online reservation with same-day in-store pickup at the Finch location. The process: browse the menu on www.ashario.com, select the Finch store, add items to your cart, and submit your reservation. You'll receive a confirmation when the order is staged. Walk in, show ID, and pay in-store. Ontario regulations require all payment to occur in person at point of sale.

This is the fastest way to handle a closest dispensary to York University visit when you only have a 50-minute break between lectures. It also locks in inventory on limited-drop SKUs like single-strain live rosin or seasonal infused pre-rolls that frequently sell out by mid-afternoon.

To learn more about how Ashario operates as a chain across the GTA, read our About Ashario Cannabis page.

Other Ashario Locations Near York University

While Ashario Finch is the closest, three additional Ashario Cannabis locations serve students who commute to York from elsewhere in the region. All four stores share the same 7 AM to 11 PM daily hours and the same inventory standards.

• Ashario Centerpoint Mall: 6464 Yonge St Unit #187, North York, ON M2M 3X4 | +1-416-477-9333. Convenient for students living near Yonge & Steeles or commuting via the Finch subway corridor.
• Ashario Aurora: 15114 Yonge St, Aurora, ON L4G 1M2 | +1-905-503-6770. The right stop for students commuting south from Newmarket, Aurora and northern York Region.
• Ashario Thornton: 239 Barrie St, Thornton, ON L0L 2N0 | +1-249-733-9333. Useful for students based in Innisfil, Bradford and South Simcoe.

The full directory with maps and contact info lives on our Ashario store locations page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest cannabis store to York University?

The closest licensed dispensary to York University's Keele campus is Ashario Cannabis Finch at 1111A Finch Ave W Unit 1, North York, ON M3J 2P7. It is approximately 2.4 km north of the campus core, accessible by TTC bus in roughly 12 to 22 minutes or on foot in about 28 to 35 minutes via Keele Street. The store is open 7 AM to 11 PM daily.

Can I walk to a dispensary from Keele campus?

Yes. Ashario Cannabis Finch is approximately 2.8 km from Vari Hall: a 28 to 35 minute walk via Keele Street northbound and Finch Avenue West eastbound. The route uses continuous sidewalks, is well-lit at night, and crosses Steeles Avenue at a signalled intersection. Many York U students choose to walk one way and take the TTC 41 Keele bus back to campus.

How late is the closest dispensary to York U open?

Ashario Cannabis Finch is open until 11:00 PM, seven days a week, including weekends and most statutory holidays. This is the latest closing time permitted under Ontario's cannabis retail regulations, which cap retail hours between 9 AM and 11 PM. Last orders are accepted approximately 10 minutes before closing to allow staff to complete the AGCO-mandated transaction process.

Do I need to be a York University student to shop at Ashario?

No. Ashario Cannabis serves any adult 19 years of age or older with valid government-issued photo ID, including an Ontario driver's licence, Ontario photo card, passport, or permanent resident card. Student status is not required and no student discount programs exist under Ontario regulations: pricing is the same for all customers per AGCO rules.

Can I consume cannabis on York University property after buying it?

No. York University is a smoke-free campus, and the Smoke-Free Ontario Act prohibits cannabis consumption on all post-secondary campus grounds, including residences, parking lots, athletic facilities, outdoor common areas and within nine metres of any building entrance. Cannabis purchased at Ashario must remain in its sealed packaging while on campus and during transit on TTC, YRT or GO Transit.

Can I reserve cannabis online and pick it up between classes?

Yes. Ashario Cannabis accepts online reservations through www.ashario.com for same-day in-store pickup at the Finch location. Browse the menu, select Ashario Finch as your pickup store, and submit your reservation. You'll get a confirmation when the order is ready. Walk in, present valid 19+ ID, and complete payment in-store. Ontario law requires all cannabis transactions to be completed in person.

What's the cheapest way to get from York U to Ashario Finch?

The cheapest method is a single TTC fare ($3.30 with PRESTO as of 2026), which covers either the 41 Keele bus southbound to Keele & Finch, or the Line 1 subway from Pioneer Village to Finch West Station plus the 36 Finch West bus. Both options are covered under a single fare with a two-hour transfer, so your return trip to campus is included if you complete it within two hours.