Vaping in Canada: What we know

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We conduct research about vaping in Canada to:

Surveys

Canadian Tobacco and Nicotine Survey

This is a survey of Canadians 15 years and older. It asks about their use of:

The survey was first conducted in 2019 and has been conducted on an annual basis. In 2022, it showed that:

Read the Canadian Tobacco and Nicotine Survey

Statistics Canada provides a Public Use Microdata File.

Canadian Community Health Survey

This is an annual survey of Canadians aged 12 and over. It collects information related to health status, health care utilization and health determinants for the Canadian population.

The latest vaping data from 2021 showed that:

Read the Canadian Community Health Survey

Statistics Canada provides a Public Use Microdata File.

Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey

This is a survey of Canadian students between grades 7 and 12 (secondary I to secondary V in Quebec). It asks about their use of:

This survey is conducted every two years. The most recent prevalence rates are from the 2021-22 survey. It showed that:

Read the Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey

Retailer behaviour surveys

Health Canada conducts surveys to determine the willingness of retailers to sell e-cigarette products to youth and to gain a better understanding of e-cigarette product placement, accessibility and promotion at retail outlets in Canada.

For additional information on the Retailer behaviour surveys, please contact the Tobacco Control Directorate.

Public opinion research

Health Canada uses public opinion research data to:

Available public opinion research reports cover many topics, such as attitudes and behaviours regarding vaping products, the testing of new messages for communications campaigns, and the evaluation of possible labelling elements for vaping products. A full list of public opinion research on vaping can be accessed by visiting the Library and Archives Canada website.

Scientific research studies

Health Canada conducts scientific studies and evaluates available information on vaping and nicotine-containing products in order to:

Scientific studies

Scientific research studies are based on chemical analyses of vaping liquids and their emissions. These studies are carried out in Health Canada laboratories and in accredited testing facilities. We collect information on constituents of vaping products and their emissions, which may include nicotine and other chemicals of concern.

Scientific evaluation

Health Canada gathers, analyzes and reviews available scientific literature on vaping products and impacts of their use. This information is used to identify gaps in scientific knowledge and support program activities such as regulatory proposals and public education.

Scientific Advisory Board

Health Canada and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research set up a Scientific Advisory Board on Vaping Products. This advisory board regularly:

The board includes:

The members are experts in:

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