Canada Pauses on Vape Flavor Ban. But It’s “Far From Over.”
February 12, 2025 by filtermag.org
Canada Pauses on Vape Flavor Ban. But It’s “Far From Over.”
The Canadian government has postponed a proposed vape flavor ban following advocacy efforts. Proponents argue flavors aid smoking cessation, but the ban could still be implemented after elections. Health Canada wanted to restrict flavors to menthol, tobacco, and mint due to youth vaping concerns. The harm-reduction case prevailed temporarily. A study showed 68% of Canadian adults quitting smoking used flavors targeted by the ban. Supporters believe banning flavors could lead to dangerous practices. Various provinces have already enacted flavor bans, with negative consequences like vapers reverting to cigarettes in Quebec. The fight to keep flavors available continues, supported by evidence and advocacy efforts.
11.40% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 3.6 million current smokers in Canada 13.70% of men are current smokers but only 9.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
