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Saskatchewan’s Vaping Info
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Welcome to Canada Vapes, your premier vape shop meeting all your vaping needs in Saskatchewan. As your trusted local experts, we specialize in delivering exceptional vape products, services, and education tailored specially for the Saskatchewan vaping community. Here is the info about vaping in Saskatchewan.
Vaping Laws in Saskatchewan
Centrally located amongst the prairies, Saskatchewan is known for its beautiful lakes, forests and rolling farmland. As a vaper here, it’s important to know the provincial vaping regulations:
No Smoking/Vaping in Designated Areas
Smoking and vaping are prohibited in enclosed public places, school grounds, and within three meters from doorways, windows, or air intakes of enclosed public places. These regulations aim to create smoke-free and vape-free environments to protect public health.
Restrictions on Smoking and Vaping in Enclosed Public Places
Stringent regulations have been implemented to limit smoking and vaping in enclosed public spaces, including schools and their grounds. These restrictions contribute to a healthier atmosphere for individuals, especially in areas frequented by the public.
Age Restrictions on Sales and Display
The sale of tobacco and vapour products is limited to individuals aged 18 and above. Moreover, it is prohibited to display these products in locations accessible to young persons, ensuring restricted access to such items and discouraging underage consumption.
Specific Facilities Regulations
Certain venues like amusement parks, arcades, and theaters frequented by youth are prohibited from selling tobacco and vapour products. This measure prevents easy access for underage individuals, thereby reducing the likelihood of their initiation into smoking or vaping.
Advertising Restrictions
The advertising of vapour products is strictly regulated, following similar guidelines as tobacco products. Prohibition of advertising signs and promotional materials in areas accessible to young persons ensures limited exposure, discouraging the curiosity of underage individuals.
Flavoured Vapour Product Regulations
Starting from September 1, 2021, the sale of most flavoured vapour products is confined to adult-only specialty vape shops. Convenience stores and gas stations, accessible to individuals under 18, are limited to selling tobacco and mint/menthol-flavoured vapour products. Age-restricted specialty vape shops are required to display clear signage indicating their restricted access to underage customers.
These regulations, established under the Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act and regulations in Saskatchewan, create a comprehensive framework to safeguard public health, curb underage usage, and promote responsible practices within the vaping industry.
Our team stays current on Saskatchewan’s vaping laws so we can better guide local vapers. Let us know if you have any other questions!
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In Saskatchewan, vaporizers designed for legal aromatherapy blends are permitted for those 19+. We offer discretion and portability with convection dry herb vaporizers from top brands like Black Widow, Herbva, Yocan and Vivant. Dry herb vapes gently heat material without burning to produce smooth, satisfying vapor. Excellent portable models like the Vivant VLeaf Go, Yocan Lit and Herbva X allow legal aroma vaping on the go.
Here is a summary of Cannabis laws in Saskatchewan:
- Legal age for non-medicinal cannabis consumption and purchasing: 19 years, aligning with alcohol regulations.
- Maximum public possession limit: 30 grams per legal-aged consumer.
- Minors are prohibited from possessing cannabis; possession of less than five grams incurs a provincial fine, while more than five grams can result in criminal prosecution under The Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Impaired Driving
- Cannabis use impairs driving abilities; zero tolerance approach for drugs and driving.
- Consumption in a vehicle by a driver or passenger is prohibited.
Public Consumption, Land Use, and Zoning
- Prohibited in public places due to public health concerns.
- Municipalities have authority over business locations through bylaws, land use, and zoning regulations.
Home Cultivation
- Adopts federal minimum standards: maximum of four cannabis plants per household.
- Landlords and condominium boards have rights to regulate possession, use, growth, and sale of cannabis in rental units and complexes.
Provincial Offences and Fines
(All fines are set under The Cannabis Control (Saskatchewan) Act)
- Minor cannabis-related offenses: $300 fine.
- Significant offenses and non-compliance with regulations may lead to higher penalties and possible imprisonment.
- Penalties also applicable for actions like improper permit applications, remaining in a premises after being requested to leave, and re-entering a premises after being asked to leave.
Traveling with Cannabis
- Cannabis laws vary by province and territory in Canada.
- It is illegal to transport cannabis across Canada’s borders.
- Cannabis is illegal in most countries outside of Canada; travelers must adhere to local laws and regulations.
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Proposed bill in Saskatchewan will increase restrictions on vaping
Jim Reiter, the Health Minister of Saskatchewan has introduced a bill proposing changes to the Tobacco Control Act.
The legal age for smoking in Saskatchewan will remain at 18; however, the majority of current tobacco regulations and laws will now be emulated to vaping products. The proposed restrictions will mirror those currently in place for tobacco in advertising and displays.
Reiter states “If you walk into a convenience store, the vaping products are going to have to be behind the screen. They can’t have advertising when you walk in. the same restrictions as tobacco on where you can vape, it’s the same as we can smoke. I would say, very broadly speaking, what you’re seeing is it being treated exactly like tobacco”.
This is a great supporting argument to limit the sale of vaping products to regulated vape stores. This way, patrons will be required to show government identification on entering the location as opposed to gas stations and convenience stores, where anyone can enter. Unfortunately, it looks like this is not the way the Saskatchewan government will regulate vaping products.
Reiter noted that this is a complex issue because smokers use vaping products as a smoking cessation tool.
If this Proposed bill in Saskatchewan is passed, the first stages of this bill would ban displays of any vaping and e-cigarette products in any areas that young people have access to such as convenience stores, gas stations, etc. The bill would also ban sales of vaping products at amusement parks, arcades, and theatres. The ban would also include prohibiting vaping in and around public buildings such as schools.
From our perspective, regulating vaping products is a much better plan than outright banning them. E-cigarettes have their place and are saving lives across Canada. By adding restrictions that should reduce the youth’s access to vapes in Saskatchewan, we believe this to be a good overall step.
Information for this article was provided by Regina Leader Post.
Howie,
Founder, CanadaVapes.com
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Health minister of Saskatchewan weary of provincial vape ban
Saskatchewan’s Health Minister Cautious About Vaping Ban
The government of Saskatchewan is considering a province-wide ban on vaping in public places. However, it appears that such a ban may not be enacted anytime soon, if at all.
SUMA Convention and the Vaping Resolution
A resolution regarding the use of e-cigarettes was passed at the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) convention. During a session known as the ‘bear pit’, cabinet ministers fielded questions from municipal delegates from across the province.
The Question of a Vaping Ban
Regina city councilor Bob Hawkins asked Health Minister Dustin Duncan whether the province would support a ban on vaping. Duncan responded, “The intent is to ensure that we don’t have a patchwork. I’m not sure how that’s really possible.” He further explained that even if a law was created and added into current tobacco legislation, inconsistencies surrounding the rules on vaping could remain as cities and towns still have the option of going above and beyond such a law.
The Role of Municipalities
Duncan emphasized that municipalities are independent and can make their own decisions if they feel the need to implement stronger measures than those proposed by the provincial government. Some municipalities, like Saskatoon, already have their own vaping bylaws in place, while others, like Regina, do not.
The Potential Benefits of Vaping
Duncan also expressed caution, noting that e-cigarettes seem to help people quit smoking regular cigarettes, which aligns with the government’s ultimate goal of reducing tobacco use. He stated, “It is anecdotal at this point, but certainly people have found success in reducing their reliance on tobacco because of vaping.”
Government’s Stance on Vaping
The minister said the government would take SUMA’s wishes on vaping under advisement while decisions are made regarding the issue. This cautious approach reflects a desire to gather more data and information before making any definitive decisions on a province-wide ban on vaping.
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Saskatchewan Municipalities support vaping ban by province.
OUR Two cents:
Of all of the Provinces and municipalities looking into potential bans and/or restrictions in Canada, I think Saskatchewan is doing it with the most thought. They are not ‘jumping on board’ withe the fear mongering of other provinces, but are actively asking questions and determining whether an outright ban is even the best idea.
I think many of the people in the government of Saskatchewan realize how devastating an all encompassing ban could be on a potentially very positive and life saving device for smokers. They don’t want to jump the gun and are taking their time with the decision.-Howie
Delegates representing cities and towns across the province are voting in favour of getting the provincial government to issue a ban on vaping and smoking in public places.
The resolution narrowly passed in a close vote Tuesday at the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) convention.
Regina Mayor Michael Fougere voted in support of the province-wide ban, which can be looked at as if you can’t smoke there, you can’t vape there.
“We don’t know whether it’s safe or not … until we know that it’s a health issue,” he said.
Fougere has deferred to the province in the past to take the lead on this issue, even though Saskatoon has already passed a bylaw to this extent. He argued smoking is a health issue, which falls under provincial legislation, believing it would be easier for the government to enact change so that there isn’t a patch work of different rules in different areas of Saskatchewan.
Weyburn Mayor and SUMA president Debra Button said they just wanted some consistency for travellers, whether it’s all supporting a ban or all against a ban.
“We’re saying it should be one way or another, but it should be the same,” she said, but added with the voting split maybe that message wasn’t exactly received.
The resolution is something Bakken Vapes Owner Chris Lefonte hoped would be defeated. Obviously, he doesn’t agree with putting new rules surrounding vaping in with smoking legislation.
“The problem with that is it’s much harder to come back. Once you’ve lumped it in with cigarettes, it’s there forever and realistically to repeal something, or a piece of legislation that’s been put in; it’s going to be extremely difficult to do,” Lefonte explained.
He said since there’s no scientific evidence that vaping and second-hand vapour is detrimental to health, like there is with cigarette smoke, it’s really all about perceived harm than actual harm.
“The toxins are barely measurable that are there and much more comparable to air than second-hand cigarette smoke. To make it illegal to vape outdoors, especially in public places, just doesn’t seem right.”
Nonetheless, the supported resolution will now be forwarded to the government of Saskatchewan.