Flavour ban enforcement escalates: local enforcement efforts in Ontario and Alberta have significantly strengthened. Alberta has proposed a bill to ban the sale of flavoured disposable e-cigarettes; the federal flavour ban (menthol, mint and tobacco only) has not yet formally taken effect. Amendments to the enforcement regulations under the federal Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (SOR/2026-11): new enforcement powers for enforcement officers and an increased maximum fine, including detailed enforcement procedures (fines directly referencing the Contraventions Act procedure) and specification of penalties for violations, effective February 2026. New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and others have already implemented flavour bans.

The federal government postpones a nationwide flavor ban, but the regulatory framework is becoming increasingly stringent; the number of provincial flavor bans is increasing. At the provincial level, "flavor bans" are further spreading, and it is expected that the federal government may issue a unified flavor control framework by the end of 2026.

Only licensed pharmacies and vape shops may sell nicotine-containing products. Stores accessible to minors (such as convenience stores) are prohibited from displaying and selling e-cigarettes. Vending machines are limited to adult-only venues (bars + casinos). Online sales: two-factor age verification is required. Direct online sales (individual purchases prohibited) and social platform sales are banned.

18 years old (Alberta/Quebec 18 years old). Remaining provinces 19 years old. Federal minimum age 18 years old, provinces may adjust between 18 and 19 years old.

Health warning: "WARNING: Nicotine is highly addictive. AVERTISSEMENT: La nicotine crée une forte dépendance." Cover more than 30% of the front/back area of the main packaging. Child-resistant seal on e-liquid bottles (with opening instructions). Toxicity warning: "Poison: if swallowed, call a Poison Control Centre or Doctor immediately". Nicotine-free products may optionally display a Nicotine-free or Does not contain nicotine label. Brand name restrictions: brand font no larger than size 12, colors limited to gray/black

Child-resistant packaging (CAN/CSA Z76.1 or ISO 8317). Leak-proof and breakage-proof. Batteries must pass Standard ANSI/CAN/UL 8139 safety certification. Built-in triple protection circuit (overcharge/over-discharge/short circuit), charging voltage 5V±0.25V, maximum charging current ≤2A. Temperature control coil temperature limits: nickel alloy ≤275°C, titanium alloy ≤315°C. The device must be equipped with an automatic power-off function (5 minutes of inactivity). Mouthpiece material: PCTG or 316 stainless steel, BPA prohibited. Instruction manual in English/French bilingual.

1. Requirements: a. US regulatory authorities require that tobacco product packaging must bear the following statement: "WARNING: This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is anaddictive chemical." This warning statement must appear on the packaging of tobacco products. Within the United States, any person who manufactures, packages, sells, offers for sale, distributes, or imports tobacco products without a warning label is in violation of the law. b. An animal and children warning statement is required: Keep this product out of reach of children and pets. c. The warning label must appear directly on the packaging and be clearly visible beneath the cellophane, or in the following manner: The warning label must be clearly visible in the 2 principal display areas on the packaging; The warning label area must account for 30% or more of the individual package display area; It must be printed in at least 12-point font and occupy as much as possible of the warning label area reserved for text; The printed font must be clearly legible Helvetica bold and Arial bold fonts; the typography, layout, and color may be black text on a white background or white text on a black background; Capital letters and punctuation shall comply with the requirements of 1143.3(a)(1); The printed font is required to be in the central area of the warning statement area, and the required warning statement text must be in the same orientation as the principal display area. d. US packaging needs to bear the California Proposition 65 warning: "WARNING: This product can expose you to nicotine, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer. For more info, go to: ww.P65warnings.ca.gov/product"

Comprehensive ban on advertising in places visible to minors. Prohibit the use of cartoons/animal/fruit illustrations, lifestyle statements, and other elements that attract minors. Prohibit health benefit implications or comparisons with tobacco. Online advertising requires age verification. Sponsorship activities are prohibited. Sole exception: adult-only e-cigarette stores are permitted to display products; mail advertising is restricted to subscriptions for those aged 24+.

Manufacturers must submit product information, emissions, and R&D information to Health Canada. There is no mandatory pre-notification system, but product incidents are required to be reported through the CCPSA. Enterprises must file recall data plans annually. Local requirements: Ontario (under O. Reg. 406/22) supplementary registration.

Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) (S.C. 2018, c. 20, revised December 2023); Nicotine Concentration in Vaping Products Regulations (SOR/2021-124, effective July 8, 2021); Vaping Products Labelling and Packaging Regulations (SOR/2019-353, amended); Vaping Products Promotion Regulations (SOR/2019-354, effective July 8, 2020); SOR/2026-11 (February 11, 2026); Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA); Provincial Legislation (BC, AB, ON, QC, NS, etc.)

1. Health Canada is the main agency responsible for the regulation of tobacco and vaping in the country.