Tobacco & Vaping

The evolution of contraband
Thousands of unauthorized vapes are pouring into the US despite the FDA crackdown on fruity flavours.
Industry reacts: Canada mandates warning labels on individual cigarettes
Convenience leaders on what the rules mean for retailers; the industry

Canada mandates warning labels on individual cigarettes
The goal is to reduce smoking, but misses the mark on contraband.
Introducing the CSNC New on Shelf newsletter
A monthly spotlight on products launching in Canada.
Quebec proposes new ban on vaping, industry associations react in big way
Read the open letter from the CICC and comments from the CVA.
Minnesota is latest to settle with e cigarette maker Juul
Juul says deal is one step closer to the "total resolution of the company's past."
Contraband and crime
The clock is ticking and governments need to act.
Juul Labs to pay US$462 million in U.S. settlement
The vape-product manufacturer will pay six states for its role in the youth vaping surge.
Alberta Retailers Coalition calls on Minister to address contraband tobacco
The retailers’ advocacy group says a Tobacco Prevention Task Force could help curb escalating crime in the province.
Minnesota suit against e cigarette maker Juul goes to trial
States accuses the San Francisco-based company of unlawfully targetting young people with its products to get a new generation addicted to nicotine.

The evolution of contraband