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Toys and Related Products

The safety and well being of children in Canada is one of Health Canada's top priorities. Health Canada sets and enforces safety standards for many children's products including toys.

There are steps that parents and caregivers can take to create a safer environment for play, learning, and other activities. Some important steps include: being aware of the safety recommendations for toys and related products, and regularly checking the consumer advisories, warnings and recalls that are published by Health Canada. Safety guidance on toys and related products is available in this section. Safety information on our other children's products is available in Health Canada's publications for consumer education.

Parents and caregivers are reminded to always supervise children while they are playing and to teach them how to use toys safely.

Additional Resources

• Baby's Stationary Activity Centre
• Batteries: Use Them Safely
•  Child and Youth Injury in Review, 2009 Edition, Spotlight on Consumer Product Safety
• Facts for Hazards of Ingesting Small Magnets
• Fun and Safe Holiday Tips - Toys and Gifts
• Industry Guide to Canadian Safety Requirements for Children's Toys and Related Products, 2006
• Information to Dealers of Second-hand Products (including children's products)
• Is Your Child Safe?
• It's Your Health - Toy Safety
• Notice Regarding Canada's Legislated Safety Requirements Related to Lead Content in Children's Toys
•  SafeCanada.ca
• Test Method for the Flammability of Toys (Dolls, Plush Toys and Soft Toys)
• Test Method to Determine the Noise Level of Toys
• Toy Safety Tips