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Health Canada is asking the public and a wide range of stakeholders to weigh in as it considers new rules for lithium-ion batteries and the consumer products that use them.
The department has opened a consultation that invites feedback on a proposed regulatory initiative under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA).
The goal is to move toward mandatory requirements for lithium-ion batteries, which are now common in everyday devices. Participants are asked to review the Notice of Intent outlining the proposal and then respond to a questionnaire. Those unable to complete the online form can request a copy by emailing ccpsa-lcspc@hc-sc.gc.ca.
The consultation runs for 75 days, beginning December 2, 2025, and ending February 14, 2026. Health Canada says the information collected during this early stage will help shape the proposed requirements and could lead to further analysis, such as cost-benefit assessments, and additional rounds of consultation. Any future regulatory changes would be published in the Canada Gazette, Part I, for further review.
Health Canada is seeking input from a broad audience, reflecting the widespread use of lithium-ion batteries. The list includes manufacturers of batteries and consumer products, importers, retailers, wholesalers, government agencies, NGOs, industry associations, testing labs, certification bodies, emergency services, labour groups, academics, medical professionals, and safety authorities at various levels. Members of the general public are also welcome to participate.
Health Canada says feedback from this pre-consultation will directly influence how mandatory requirements are developed, ensuring that the next steps align with the proposal’s purpose and the needs of affected sectors.
