The legal age to purchase vaping products in Canada, including e-cigarettes, e-liquids, and related accessories, is determined by provincial and territorial laws, with a federal baseline to regulate nationwide consistency.
Federal Minimum Age
Under the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA), enacted in May 2018, the national minimum age to buy vaping products is 18 years old. This federal law overrides any lower provincial standards.
Provincial and Territorial Age Requirements
- Age 18: Applies only in Quebec.
- Age 19: Mandated in all other provinces and territories, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and Nunavut.
Key Considerations
Enforcement includes penalties for retailers selling to underage individuals, such as fines, and aims to reduce youth vaping risks. Always verify current local regulations, as amendments may occur.
