Canadian Compliance Labels & Signs Complete Guide (2025)

Everything Canadian businesses need to know about compliance labels, safety signs, and regulatory requirements. WHMIS, AODA, bilingual labeling, and Ontario-specific regulations explained.

Federal Requirements (All of Canada)

• WHMIS 2015: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• Bilingual labeling: English + French for consumer products
• Measurement units: Metric system required (grams, litres, metres)
• Safety symbols: GHS pictograms standardized globally

Ontario-Specific Requirements

• AODA compliance: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
• Building codes: Fire safety, exit signage, accessibility symbols
• Municipal bylaws: Vary by city (Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, etc.)

Product Label Requirements

All consumer products sold in Canada must include:

• Product identity (name)
• Net quantity (metric units)
• Dealer name and principal place of business
• Bilingual text (English + French) - exceptions for small businesses
• Country of origin (if imported)