What is the Canada Tent SOR/2024-217 Test Report?

With the growing popularity of camping and outdoor activities, tents, as portable temporary shelters, have become an essential item for many outdoor enthusiasts. However, with the new Canadian Tent Regulation (SOR/2024-217) set to take effect on November 20, 2025, manufacturers and importers of related products must ensure that their products comply with the latest safety and compliance requirements. This article will provide a detailed explanation of the key points of the new regulation, as well as how to ensure your tent products meet the standards and avoid compliance risks.

Tents Covered by This Policy

A tent is a portable, collapsible temporary shelter for outdoor use, primarily for camping, backpacking, and recreational activities. Tents are designed to be lightweight, compact, and easy to assemble and disassemble. This policy does not apply to tents produced, sold, or displayed as toys (these tents must comply with our children's toy regulations).

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SOR/2024-217 (Tent Regulation)

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A test report issued by an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, proving that the product complies with the above regulations, standards, and requirements, or a CoC (Certificate of Conformance) issued by an accredited laboratory, proving that the product complies with the above regulations, standards, and requirements.

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1. New Tent Regulation Requirements

According to the latest Tent Regulation (SOR/2024-217), all tents sold in Canada must comply with the following provisions:

• Tent definition: A tent is a portable structure designed to provide protection for users from wind, sun, rain, and to prevent insect intrusion.

• Fabric and material requirements: The fabric and other flexible materials used for tents must meet the standards of section 5.2.1 of CAN/CGSB-182.1-2020. If the bottom material does not meet this requirement, it must comply with section 5.3.1.

• Labeling requirements: Tents must meet the labeling requirements in section 6 of CAN/CGSB-182.1-2020 to ensure that safety information and manufacturer information are clearly visible.

2. Special Requirements for Children’s Tents

For tents that are accessible to children, the new Toy Regulations (sor/2011-17) have been revised to specify the following:

• Flammability: Tents intended for children (such as play tunnels, bed tents, etc.) must meet new flammability requirements.

• Permanent labels: Tents should have permanent labels containing warning information such as "Warning: Keep away from heat and open flame," and the warning symbols and font sizes must meet specified requirements.

3. Transition Period and Enforcement Timeline

• Transition period: For products that comply with the previous Tent Regulation (SOR/2016-185), a transition period is provided from November 20, 2025, to November 20, 2026. During this period, tents that comply with the old regulation can still be manufactured, imported, and sold.

• Enforcement date: The new regulation will come into effect on November 20, 2025, and all manufacturers, importers, and sellers must ensure compliance with the new requirements from this date.

4. How to Ensure Compliance?

• Conduct compliance testing: Ensure that tent products undergo necessary compliance testing and obtain certification in accordance with standards such as CAN/CGSB-182.1-2020.

• Update labels and warning information: Ensure that product labels comply with all relevant requirements, especially for children's tents and warning labels.

• Monitor the transition period: Ensure that your products do not become obsolete during the transition period, and adjust inventory to comply with the new regulations.

5. How to Avoid Compliance Risks

With the implementation of the new regulations, tent sellers and manufacturers must strictly adhere to all regulatory requirements. To avoid potential compliance risks, it is advisable to prepare compliance test reports in advance, ensure product labels are clear and accurate, and stay updated on the latest regulatory changes.

The Tent Regulation (SOR/2024-217), effective from November 20, 2025, will introduce new compliance requirements for the tent industry, particularly concerning materials, labeling, and flammability performance. To avoid any compliance risks, manufacturers, importers, and retailers should familiarize themselves with the new regulations and adjust their products accordingly to ensure smooth compliance with the new rules.

If you need help ensuring your tent products meet the new Canadian regulatory requirements, feel free to contact our professional team. We will provide comprehensive compliance consulting services to support your business in successfully entering the Canadian market.