Alberta Cannabis Retail POS & Inventory Management
eCommerce + Analytics + Payments
Alberta’s Best Cannabis POS, Inventory Management & eCommerce Software
Alberta's cannabis retailers looking for the most-trusted cannabis POS and Inventory Management platform for their stores require point-of-sale software that solves the burden of compliance and challenges of operating in Canada’s most competitive market, and Cova POS is your ideal solution. Moreover, Cova eComm lets you navigate Alberta's online age-gating regulations in the most compliant manner on your cannabis website and also keeps customer information safe. Built specifically for the cannabis industry by a Canadian company, Cova POS is the most popular cannabis POS in Alberta, used in more than 50% of stores, from single-location independent stores to Canada’s largest cannabis retail franchise.
"If you're actually trying to get great customer service, efficiency, and all the analytics and data you need, go with Cova. Really easy decision."
Randy Tingskou - Owner | A Little Bud Cannabis
Alberta Cannabis
POS Features
From compliance controls to payment solutions and inventory management, Cova POS gives Alberta dispensaries the core tools they need to launch smoothly, operate with confidence, and grow.
📷 ID Scanning
👥 Queue Management
💡 Product Info On-Demand
🖥️ Scan to Order
📶 Offline Mode
🎁 Smart Promotions
💵 Cash Management
🧮 Auto Tax Calculation
💳 Gift Card + Loyalty
Alberta Cannabis Retail Management Features
Included with every POS plan. A web-based command center to manage inventory, compliance, reporting, pricing, and permissions across all locations—from any device.
📋 Metrc Integration
🔄 Reconciliation Reports
🛒 Product Catalog
📦 Inventory Management
📊 Reporting & Analytics
🔒 Location Permissions
🏷️ Flexible Pricing
🏥 Medical + Rec in One
📈 Reorder Forecasting
👥 Employee Management
🧾 Compliance Dashboard
Why Cova?
Cannabis POS Platform
Beyond point of sale. A cannabis retail platform.
Every Cova POS package includes our front of house tablet-based POS, back office Inventory Management, and Analytics that include scheduled reports and mobile dashboards. Alberta retailers can expand their tech stack to support their growing business with Cova Pay, Cova eComm, or seamlessly connect to industry-leading software integrations.
System Reliability
Unparalleled reliability. High-volume proven.
Cova is the only major cannabis POS system to report 9 consecutive years of 100% uptime on 4/20. The system operates fast, handles high-volume sales without flinching, and is proven scalable from 1 to 150+ locations. Even if your Wi-Fi fails, our backup Offline Mode can keep lines moving.
Customer Support
Real human, real fast expert support.
What truly sets Cova apart is how easy it is to connect with real humans when you need help. Our in-house support team is made up of product and industry experts who understand how our tech works, how your business operates, and how valuable your time is.
“Cova helps us improve efficiency and provides us a multitude of tools to run our business. I’m impressed with how fast transactions are, how intuitive and easy to learn the system is, and how we always feel heard when we provide feedback. Cova is constantly improving the product.”
Justin Woo
Founder and CEO, Alberta
Features
Compliance Reporting
Generate 1-click AGLC monthly reports, auto-populating all the required data in the correct format.
Automated Safeguards
Purchase limit alerts, built-in ID scanning, and operational hours settings help automate compliance and prevent human error.
Ongoing Development
A built-for-cannabis POS should have development teams working to keep pace with changing regulations and in-demand features.
Inventory Tracking
Improve efficiency and reduce risks with accurate inventory management.
Easy-to-Use POS
Our award-winning UI design is loved by budtenders. We hear it all the time, Cova is easy to learn, intuitive, and exceptionally fast.
Gift Card Programs
Earn new customers and nurture long term relationships with branded gift cards to boost revenue and deals that show frequent buyers or special customer segments you care.
Alberta Cannabis Retail Resources
How to Start Cannabis Delivery & Grow Your E-Commerce Business in Alberta
Alberta’s licensed cannabis retailers will be legally allowed to sell products online and provide cannabis delivery services in the province from March 8, 2022.
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Alberta’s Mandatory Cannabis Retail Training at a Glance
As Canadians look forward to the start of non-medical cannabis sales later this fall, cannabis retail owners are busily preparing to ensure they meet all provincial regulations and criteria before opening day.
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Alberta Cannabis Laws
Find information on the AB cannabis retail regulations and licensing procedures you need to know when opening and operating a dispensary in Alberta.
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How to Open a Dispensary Guide
Opening a cannabis dispensary takes more than a license and a location. From compliance and operations to technology and customer experience, there’s a lot to get right from the start.
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Virginia Recreational Dispensaries: Timelines and Next Steps
Timeline, Licensing Outlooks, and What Operators Should Do Now
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Virginia Cannabis Law
Discover the latest cannabis laws in Virginia, learn about dispensary licensing regulations, eligibility criteria, how to apply, and more.
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FAQ
Cova generates easy 1-click compliance reports that contain all the data required each month by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission. Cova also offers diagnostic reports so retailers can easily investigate what’s going into their Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis compliance reports in more detail.
To keep stores compliant with Canada’s Cannabis Act and AGLC regulations, Cova POS features several automated safeguards. A built-in ID scanner and purchase limit alerts ensure Alberta’s customers are of legal age and only able to purchase the legally allowed amount of cannabis. Product equivalencies are automatically calculated for edibles and concentrates. Operational hours can also be set to prohibit sales outside allowed times. These features greatly reduce the risk of human error and license suspension.
Cova’s award-winning user interface is easy to learn and allows Alberta budtenders to create and complete fast transactions. The system’s offline mode ensures that even in stores with unreliable Wi-Fi, sales can continue uninterrupted. Detailed reports-on-demand and mobile dashboards allow owners and operators to make fast, confident decisions to improve efficiency and profits.
Getting good help can be a challenge, especially when you don’t know the right questions to ask. Cova has helped hundreds of Alberta stores open and run successfully. We go beyond setting your system and training your staff how to use it. We share insights and industry best practices to help you streamline your operation and avoid costly mistakes. We offer remote-assisted and on-site launch options, and free ongoing support.
Many cannabis POS companies are tech startups with limited experience and resources. The risk: they could be bought out or go out of business at any time. While Cova has the agility and entrepreneurial spirit vital for adapting to evolving regulations and market feedback, we also have the resources and financial backing of an established company. We leverage the enterprise-capable infrastructure of our parent company, which allows us to offer the most sophisticated and secure retail management platform in the industry.
POS systems that work well in restaurants and other retail establishments may be cheaper, but they do not help keep you compliant or enable you to run an efficient cannabis retail operation. Cova is a compliance-first company; we work closely with the AGLC to understand Alberta regulations and keep our system updated as they change. We offer 1-click AGLC reports and built-in automation to help retailers reduce human error and simplify compliance.
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