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Canadian Conservatives Pledge to Scrap Pharmacy-Only Rule for Nicotine Pouches

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Party Advocates for Wider Retail Access, Citing ‘Freedom of Choice’

A future Conservative government in Canada would reverse the current Liberal policy restricting the sale of nicotine pouches to pharmacies, allowing them to be sold in general retail outlets like corner stores and gas stations. A party spokesperson emphasized the principles of “freedom of choice” for adult Canadians regarding legal products and ensuring access to less harmful alternatives for those trying to quit smoking.

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Saskatchewan, Canada to Tax Vaping Products from June 1, 2025

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The Government of Saskatchewan, Canada, introduced amendments to The Provincial Sales Tax Act, 2025 on March 24, aiming to remove the provincial sales tax (PST) exemption on vapour products. As of June 1, 2025, a six percent PST will be applied to all vapour products in the province, in addition to the existing vapour products tax, according to a provincial government news release.

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Canada P.E.I. Increases Fines for Vape and Tobacco Shops Violating Rules

Prince Edward Island has recently implemented changes to its Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Device Sales and Access Act, which came into effect on February 1, 2025. The amendments, passed during the fall sitting of the legislature, aim to crack down on youth vaping by imposing stricter penalties on businesses that violate the province’s rules.

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Canada Reaches $23B Settlement in Big Tobacco Lawsuits

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A Canadian court has approved a plan to settle long-running tobacco lawsuits in the country. As part of the settlement, the Canadian units of three major tobacco companies – Philip Morris, British American Tobacco, and Japan Tobacco – will pay a staggering C$32.5 billion (approximately $22.67 billion USD) to resolve the legal disputes that have plagued them for years.

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Nicotine Pouch Regulation in Europe and Canada 2023-2025

Over the past few years, nicotine pouches have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional tobacco products. These small, discrete pouches contain nicotine, flavorings, and other ingredients, allowing users to consume nicotine without the need for smoking or vaping. However, as the popularity of nicotine pouches has grown, so too have concerns about their potential health risks and appeal to young people. In response, many countries in Europe and Canada have begun to introduce regulations to control the sale, marketing, and use of these products.

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31% of Teenagers in Canada Reported Using Vaping Products

In recent years, the use of vaping products among Canadian teenagers has become a growing concern for public health officials, parents, and advocates. To better understand the scope of this issue, let’s take a closer look at the latest data from the Canadian Substance Use Survey and explore the ongoing efforts to curb youth vaping through flavor regulations.

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Canada Delays Vape Flavor Ban Amid Smoking Cessation Evidence

Canada has temporarily halted its proposed ban on flavored vaping products, Mental Health and Addictions Minister Ya’ara Saks confirmed in January 2025. The decision follows intense lobbying by tobacco harm reduction advocates and new evidence highlighting flavors’ role in helping adults quit smoking. However, activists warn the reprieve may end after the next federal election.

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Alberta Canada Introduces New Tax on Vaping Products, Matching Federal Rates

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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Yukon Will Double Federal Excise Tax on January 1, 2025

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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Canada Antitobacco Groups Urge Swift Action on Vape Flavour Restrictions

Antitobacco Groups Urge Swift Action to Protect Public Health

Leading tobacco control organizations are calling on Addictions Minister Ya’ara Saks to swiftly remove flavoured vaping products from the market, as promised earlier this fall. The groups cite recent Canadian studies as further evidence of the harm caused by the federal government’s three-and-a-half-year delay in finalizing these critical regulations.

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