I just got my official recommendation this month. The did give me a laminated card to put in my wallet. I doubt it's worth the paper it's printed on.

Some people have stated that after you receive your authorization, you get a "list" of dispensaries or providers. I can't imagine that a list would include anything but dispensaries from a legal aspect.

Alas, my Doc in a Box offered no such list. I am fortunate to have connected with a provider immediately via a friend, but I really want to know if there is still a big dispensary in Vancouver, and where.