Compliance a concern at many Canadian vape shops, inspection report suggests
A Health Canada report reveals nearly half of specialty vape shops inspected were non-compliant with regulations, primarily regarding flavors and warnings.Summary
A recent Health Canada inspection report indicates significant compliance issues within the Canadian vape shop industry. Between April 2024 and March 2025, inspectors visited 546 specialty vape shops and found 43% were non-compliant, with violations centering on prohibited flavors, misleading promotions, and missing health warnings. This contrasts sharply with gas and convenience stores, where less than 1% of over 2,100 inspected were found to be non-compliant. Experts suggest the discrepancy stems from sourcing practices and oversight, with specialty shops often carrying a wider range of products from less regulated suppliers. Advocates are calling for stronger enforcement and a ban on flavors themselves, citing high vaping rates among youth. Health Canada has increased fines for non-compliance, but further action may be needed to address the issue.
(Source：CP24 Toronto)
