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As of January 1, 2025, Albertans face higher costs for vaping products due to the introduction of a new provincial tax. The tax, which matches existing federal rates, adds $1.12 per 2 ml of vaping fluid for the first 10 ml, and an additional $1.12 for every 10 ml thereafter.

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New Taxation Agreement Aims to Discourage Vaping and Reduce Youth Vaping Rates

The Government of Yukon has joined the federally coordinated vaping product taxation framework, resulting in a doubling of the federal excise tax on vaping products in the territory. The new taxation agreement, signed on May 22, 2024, will take effect on January 1, 2025.

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As of July 1, 2023, the Canadian government has implemented a 12 percent increase in the federal vape tax, resulting in higher prices for all vapers across the country. The two most populous provinces, Ontario and Quebec, along with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, have joined the national government’s “tax partnership” scheme, effectively doubling the tax rate for vapers in these regions.

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The Department of Finance has released draft regulations to expand Canada’s coordinated vaping taxation framework, aiming to curb the alarmingly high vaping rates among young people in the country. The proposed regulations would enable Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Yukon, and Prince Edward Island to join the existing framework, which already includes Ontario, Quebec, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

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The Yukon government is taking proactive steps to address the increasing prevalence of vaping and the associated health risks, particularly among youth. Last Thursday, the government tabled the Coordinated Vaping Product Taxation Agreement Act in the legislature, aimed at curbing the growing rates of vaping across the territory.

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Concerns Grow Over Teen Vaping Rates, But Approaches Vary Across Canada

Ontario recently announced plans to impose a new provincial tax on vaping products, joining a federal taxation scheme aimed at addressing rapidly rising rates of vaping among Canadian youth. While several provinces have already implemented taxes on vapes, approaches remain inconsistent nationwide. Experts call Ontario’s move an important first step, but say more comprehensive strategies are needed to tackle this pressing public health issue.

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Electronic cigarettes or vaping devices are legal for personal use in Canada, with no federal regulations on where they can be used. However, different municipalities and provinces have created their own regulations on vaping, including age restrictions, bans on indoor use, and restrictions on the sale and advertising of vaping products. It is important for vapers to be aware of these laws to avoid any potential legal issues. Additionally, the recent implementation of a vaping tax may result in increased prices for vaping products in Canada.

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