CATSA Prohibited Items 2023 - CATSA Carry-On Rules 2023

The prohibited items list is not intended to be all-inclusive and is updated as necessary.

To ensure travelers security, CATSA security screeners may determine that an item not on the Prohibited Items List is prohibited. Some items require the airline's approval to be brought as carry-on or checked baggage, in which case a written approval from your airline may be required.

Index

Electronics
Firearms and Ammunition
Food and Drink
Household and Tools
Lighters and Flammables
Medical Items
Personal Items
Sports and Camping Equipment

Electronics

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Batteries for Wheelchair
Battery Powered Mobility Aids
Camcorders
Camera Equipment - We recommend that you put undeveloped film and cameras containing undeveloped film in your carry-on baggage or take undeveloped film with you to the checkpoint and ask the screener to conduct a hand inspection
Cell Phones
Digital Cameras
E-Readers
GPS Devices
Ink or Toner Cartridges - Note: Ink cartridges with a capacity of 17.6 oz. (500 g.) or more are not permitted in checked baggage for all flights – domestic, U.S. and international.
Laptop Computers
Lithium Ion Batteries 100 Wh or less - Lithium ion batteries with a watt-hour (Wh) rating of 100 Wh or less may be carried as spare batteries in carry-on baggage, or in equipment in either checked or carry-on baggage
Lithium Ion Batteries 100-160 Wh - No more than two individually protected spare batteries are allowed per person with the approval of the air carrier
Medical Defibrillators
MP3 Players
Pagers
Portable CD Players
Portable DVD Players
Portable Handheld Gaming Consoles - eg. PSP, Nintendo 3DS
Tablets, iPads
Video Game Consoles - Xbox, PlayStation, Wii

Firearms and Ammunition

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Ammunition - Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Arrows for Archery
Arrows used in Crossbows
Axes
Belts made with fake bullets
Billy Clubs
Black Powder, Smokeless Powders
Blackjacks
Bladed or Spiked Finger Rings - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Blasting Caps
Blowguns - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Bombs (pipe, mortar, etc) including replicas
Brass Knuckles - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Bullet Casings - Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Bullet Key Chains
Bullets - Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Cartridges - Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Catapults
Crossbows
Crossbows designed or altered to be aimed and fired by one hand - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Dangerous Goods - General
Darts used in Crossbows
Detonators (electric and non-electric)
Distress Flares
Dynamite
Electric Stun Guns - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Exploding Projectiles
Fake Ammunition
Firearms - Firearms carried as checked baggage MUST be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the air carrier at check-in. Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Fireworks - Including Sparklers
Gun-shaped Belt Buckle - Gun-shaped belt buckles that do not look like real weapons are permitted in carry-on. Replica weapon-liked belt buckles are prohibited, as they could be mistaken for a real gun.
Hand Grenades - Including Replicas
Incendiary Projectiles
Items Resembling Ammunition or Component Thereof - Firearms, firearm parts, real ammunition and cartridges are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. Certain items may be transported in checked baggage if properly packaged and approved by the air carrier. All firearms, firearm parts, ammunition and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process.
Items that Look Like Weapons but are Not - eg. perfume bottles shaped like a grenade
Kigoya Batons or Similar Devices - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Kubotan
Kubotan with Concealed Knife - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Manrikigusari or kusari (handgrips/weights with chain) - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Martial Arts Weapons - General
Molotov Cocktails
Morning Stars - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Nitroglycerin
Nunchaku Sticks - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Nunchucks - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Party Crackers
Plastic Explosives - C4, SEMTEX, TNT, Sheet Explosives, etc.
Replica Firearms - Replica firearms look like real firearms. Replica firearms are permitted in checked bags only in consultation with the air carrier.
Replica Illegal Weapons - Replica weapons look like real weapons. These include replica explosives and replica illegal weapons. Most people could easily mistake a replica weapon for a real weapon. Replica explosives and replica illegal weapons are not permitted in carry-on or checked bags.
Sabres
Scuba Knives
Shocking Devices such as stun guns and animals prods
Shuriken (Throwing Stars) - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Slingshots and Catapults
Spiked Collars or Wristbands - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Steel Cobras - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Swords
Telescopic Spring-Loaded Batons - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Toy weapons that look fake. They do not look like real weapons - e.g., squirt guns, toy transformer robots that form toy guns. Most people would not mistake a toy weapon for a real weapon. These are permitted in carry-on and in checked bags. Some toy weapons look real. These are considered “replica weapons” and are treated differently. Please consult “replica weapons” and “replica firearms” in this list
Yaqua Blowguns - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.

Food and Drink

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Baby Food - Baby formula and food, juice, water and other baby items - these are allowed in your carry-on baggage or personal items. You can take these through the security checkpoints and aboard your plane. However, you must be travelling with an infant under two years of age (0-24 months). You may bring gel or ice packs to keep your baby products cool.
Baby Formula
Beverages - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Breastmilk - Passengers flying with or without their child will be permitted to bring breast milk in quantities greater than 100 ml provided it is presented to the Screening Officer for inspection prior to screening. Gel or ice packs are also permitted.
Bricks of Cheese - Dry cheeses (ie cheddar, brie) are not subject to volume restrictions
Cakes
Canned Goods - Canned or jarred goods containing both solids and liquid that clearly contain less than 100 ml of liquid (e.g., can of tuna) are permitted in carry on, once screened and cleared by the Screening Officer. Canned and jarred goods that have more than 100mL of liquid (e.g., large jar of olives) should be packed in checked baggage.
Cheese in Pressurized Containers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Chips
Chocolate Spread - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Coffee Beans and Tea Leaves - Coffee and tea in liquid form is subject to volume restrictions for carry-on baggage (100 ml / 3.4 oz. or smaller container permitted in carry-on).
Condiments - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Cookies
Crackers
Duty-Free Alcohol
Duty-Free Liquids, Aerosol and Gel Items
Energy Drinks - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Fruits
Gel-Based Sports Supplements - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Gelatins or gel-like Food Substances - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Granola Bars
Hard Candies
Jarred Goods - Canned or jarred goods containing both solids and liquid that clearly contain less than 100 ml of liquid (e.g., can of tuna) are permitted in carry on, once screened and cleared by the Screening Officer. Canned and jarred goods that have more than 100mL of liquid (e.g., large jar of olives) should be packed in checked baggage.
Jellies - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Juice for Babies - Baby formula and food, juice, water and other baby items - these are allowed in your carry-on baggage or personal items. You can take these through the security checkpoints and aboard your plane. However, you must be travelling with an infant under two years of age (0-24 months). You may bring gel or ice packs to keep your baby products cool.
Lobster, Fish - Contact your air carrier for instructions on specific packaging requirements. Items included in carry-on baggage may be subject to volume restrictions if in liquid or gel is present.
Maple Syrup - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Meats
Nuts
Pate - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Peanut Butter - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Protein Powder
Pudding - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Sandwiches
Sauces - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Solid Foods
Soups - Canned or Jarred - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Spreadable Cheese and Cheese Kept in Liquids - Spreadable cheeses, such as Cheese Whiz and cream cheese, as well as cheeses kept in liquids, such as cottage cheese and mozzarella, in a 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container are permitted in carry-on.
Thermos/Insulated Beverage Container (Empty)
Vegetables
Vegetables - Canned or Jarred - Canned or jarred goods containing both solids and liquid that clearly contain less than 100 ml of liquid (e.g., can of tuna) are permitted in carry on, once screened and cleared by the Screening Officer. Canned and jarred goods that have more than 100mL of liquid (e.g., large jar of olives) should be packed in checked baggage.
Water - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Whipped Cream - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Yogurt - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.

Household and Tools

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Aerosol Spray Bottles/Cans - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Carry-on amounts must be counted against this total. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
Animal Repellants
Belt Buckle Knives (Constant Companion) - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Billiard Cues
Blades for Blenders and Food Processors
Bolt Cutters
Box Cutters
Calipers - Small tools with a head and shaft measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less (measured from the joint to the tip) are permitted in carry-on.
Candles
Carbon-Based or Air-Activated Hand Warmers - To note: Hand warmers that require flammable material to produce heat are not permitted in carry-on and checked baggage.
Chlorine
Cigar Cutters without Removable Blades - If the blade is removable, the cutter is only allowed in checked baggage.
Comb Knives - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Concealed Knives of Any Length - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Contraband (intoxicants and illegal items of any nature) - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Corkscrews (without attached knife)
Crowbars
Decorative Pins - eg. military medals, brooches
Disabling Chemicals and Gases - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Drills and Drill Bits - Drill bits measuring 6cm (2.4in) or less are permitted in carry-on.
Duct Tape
Electric Hair Blow-Dryers, Curling or Flat Irons
Fire Extinguishers
Fireworks - Including Sparklers
Flammable Aersolts that are Toiletry Items - eg. Static Guard, Aerosol laundry starch
Game Darts - Game Darts measuring 6cm (2.4in) or less, from the end of the barrel to the point, are permitted in carry-on
Gel Packs - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Guitar Strings
Hammers
Hatchets
Heavy Tools
Household Forks and Spoons (plastic and metal)
Hunting Knives
Ice Axes
Ice Packs - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Ink or Toner Cartridges - Note: Ink cartridges with a capacity of 17.6 oz. (500 g.) or more are not permitted in checked baggage for all flights – domestic, U.S. and international.
Jackknife - eg. Swiss Army Knife
Knitting Needles and Crochet Hooks
Knives
Letter-Opener
Lipstick Knives - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Liquid Bleach
Lithium Ion Batteries 100 Wh or less - Lithium ion batteries with a watt-hour (Wh) rating of 100 Wh or less may be carried as spare batteries in carry-on baggage, or in equipment in either checked or carry-on baggage.
Lithium Ion Batteries 100-160 Wh - Lithium ion batteries exceeding a watt-hour (Wh) rating of 100 Wh but not exceeding 160 Wh may be carried as spare batteries in carry-on baggage, or in equipment in either checked or carry-on baggage. No more than two individually protected spare batteries are allowed per person with the approval of the air carrier.
Mace
Meat Cleavers
Meat Thermometers
Mini Keychain Handcuffs
Mirrors
Multi-Tools - Small tools with a head and shaft measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less (measured from the joint to the tip) are permitted in carry-on. Multi-tools that contain any type of knife or knife-blade are not permitted in carry-on.
Musical Instruments
Paint - including enamel, lacquer, liquid filler, paint thinner, stain, shellac, varnish and liquid lacquer base, solvent based paint, spray paint
Pick-in-Handle Umbrellas
Pinatas
Pins for Attaching Medals and Pins on Brooches
Plastic Tie Wraps Designed to be USed as Restraining Devices (eg. Flex Cuffs)
Prohibited Knives - Any knife that has a blade that opens automatically by gravity, by centrifugal force, or by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device in or attached to the handle of the knife (butterfly knives, switchblades, etc.) is a prohibited item.
Push Daggers - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Saws
Scissors - Small scissors with blades measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less, measured from the joint - or fulcrum - to the tip, are permitted in carry-on. Scissors with longer blades are permitted in checked baggage.
Sewing Kits containing small sewing needles
Shoelaces
Small Objects shaped like guns or handcuffs - eg. pendants, charms
Small Tools - Small tools with a head and shaft measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less (measured from the joint to the tip) are permitted in carry-on. All types of hammers and saws are not permitted in carry-on. Multi-tools that contain any type of knife or knife-blade are not permitted in carry-on.
Snow Globes - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Snow globes and like decorations are permitted in carry-on baggage so long as they fit comfortably in 1 clear, closed and resealable plastic bag with a capacity of no more than 1 litre (1 quart).
Soldering Irons - Air carriers may permit in checked baggage provided certain conditions are met. The heat-producing component, or the energy source, must be removed so as to prevent unintentional functioning during transport.
Stain Removes - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Straightjackets
Switchblade Knives - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Tear Gas - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Throwing Knives
Tools - Small tools with a head and shaft measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less (measured from the joint to the tip) are permitted in carry-on. All types of hammers and saws are not permitted in carry-on. Multi-tools that contain any type of knife or knife-blade are not permitted in carry-on.
Tools for Mobility Aid reassembly/disassembly
Umbrellas
Watercolour Paints - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.

Lighters and Flammables

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Butane Cylinders
Caustic Materials such as Liquid Bleach and Chlorine
Chlorine
Diesel Fuel
Disposable Lighter - eg. non-refillable Bic type. Lighter must be intended for personal use.
Equipment containing a flammable liquid - eg. internal combustion engines
Equipment designed to contain a flammable liquid - eg. stoves, lanterns, canisters
Flammable Aersolts that are Toiletry Items
Flammable Liquids General - eg. Kersone, White Gas, Naphthalene, Diesel Fuel, etc.
Gas Refills
Gas Torches
Gasoline
Insecticides
Kerosene
Lighter Fuel and Refills
Lighting Gel or Solid Fuel
Liquid Bleach
Naphthalene
Nitroglycerin
Non-Permitted Lighters - Gun lighters, lighters shaped like grenades, lighter with unabsorbed liquid fuel, torch lighters are not permitted in carry-on and checked baggage.
Oxygen Generators
Paint - including enamel, lacquer, liquid filler, paint thinner, stain, shellac, varnish and liquid lacquer base, solvent based paint, spray paint.
Permitted Lighters - Disposable lighters (e.g. non-refillable Bic type) and non-torch lighters (e.g. Zippo type) are permitted with carry-on baggage. Lighters must be intended for personal use.
Propane
Safety Matches - Matches must be intended for personal use and carried on the person (e.g., in pocket or purse). A maximum of one book of safety matches per person is allowed.
Soldering Irons
Strike-Anywhere Matches
Turpentine
White Gas

Medical Items

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Air-activated Therpeutic Heat Pad
Batteries for Wheelchairs
Battery Powered Mobility Aids
Biojectors - Must be for personal medical use, and the needle guard must be in place. The person must possess medication that is to be administered by means of the syringe or needle and biojectors, and the medication must be in a container that bears the name of the medication and the name of either the pharmacy that dispensed the medication or the manufacturer of the medication.
Canes
Chemical Oxygen Generators
Clinical Thermometer containing Mercury - Must be small, for personal use and in a protective case
Contact lens Solution - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100ml (3.4 oz) in your carry-on baggage.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device - The distilled water used by this device is exempted from the liquid restrictions. Documentation to support your medical needs or condition is not required; however, if you feel that it would help ease your screening, it should be presented to the screening officer along with your medically necessary items.
Contraband (intoxicants and illegal items of any nature) - Please note that this is an illegal item under the Criminal Code of Canada; if it is presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution to the item’s holder.
Cough Syrup - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Cream - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Some creams may be considered an essential non-prescription medication and will be exempt from the liquid restrictions (Neosporin, rash creams and other first-aid creams).
Cremated Remains - Cremated remains in a container may be packed as part of your carry-on baggage. The container, however, must pass separately through the x-ray machine.
Decongestant Spray - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Diabetic Supplies - Diabetic supplies and equipment such as syringes, insulin auto-injectors, jet injectors, and pumps are permitted. Syringes must be for personal medical use, and the needle guard must be in place. The person must possess medication that is to be administered by means of the syringe or needle and biojectors. Liquid medications (i.e. insulin) are exempted from the liquid restrictions (including gel or ice packs to refrigerate the medication) and can be carried in carry-on baggage in volumes larger than 100 ml (3.4 oz.). Juice and gel for passengers who indicate a need for such items to address a diabetic condition are also permitted.
Eye Drops - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Gel Cap Pills - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Gel Packs - 00 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Gel-Based Homeopathic Products - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Gel-Based Nutritional Products - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Gel-Filled Bras and Similar Prosthetics
Hydrogen Peroxide - 3% hydrogen peroxide found in drugstores and used to clean cuts is considered essential non-prescription medication.
Hypodermic Needles - Must be for personal medical use, and the needle guard must be in place. The person must possess medication that is to be administered by means of the syringe or needle and biojectors.
Ice Packs - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Inhalers - Inhalers under the 100ml do not need to meet any requirements for medication but need to be packed in the 1L bag for containers of liquids, aerosols and gels. Inhalers that are over the 100ml volumetric limit must meet the prescribed medication requirements.
Jet Injectors / Epipens - Must be for personal medical use, and the needle guard must be in place.
Liquid and gel-based prescription medication - Liquid and gel-based prescription medications are exempted from the liquid restrictions and can be carried in carry-on baggage in volumes larger than 100 ml (3.4 oz.).
Liquid Oxygen
Liquid Sanitizers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Lotion - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Medical Defibrillators
Medical Gels and Creams - Liquids, aerosols, and gels that are prescription medication or essential non-prescription medication are permitted.
Medical Kits - Must be carried by health care professionals. The medical kit can not include sharp or cutting instruments. Small scissors with blades measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less, measured from the joint – or fulcrum – to the tip, are permitted. The name and medical licence of the health care professional or his or her name and company identification must be provided.
Medical Thermometer Containing Mercury - Must be small, for personal use and in a protective case.
Medicine Containing Alcohol - Medicine containing alcohol is considered essential non-prescription medication. Passengers may transport alcohol in their baggage if the percentage of alcohol by volume is 70 per cent (140 proof) or less.
Mercury barometers or thermometers carried by a representative from a government weather bureau or similar official agency
Nitroglycerin Medication - Liquid prescription medications are exempted from the liquid restrictions and can be carried in carry-on baggage in volumes larger than 100 ml (3.4 oz.). These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Non-Prescription Medication - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately.
Ostomy Supplies
Oxygen Cylinders
Personal Oxygen Concentrators
Rubbing Alcohol - Rubbing alcohol is considered essential non-prescription medication. Passengers may transport alcohol in their baggage if the percentage of alcohol by volume is 70 per cent (140 proof) or less.
Saline Solution - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage.
Small Cylinders of Carbon Diozide, Azote, Compressed Air, etc. - Cylinders for operation of mechanical limbs or for use with a self-inflating life jacket are permitted, including spare cylinders of similar size required to ensure an adequate supply during travel.
Small Gaseous Air Cylinders for Medical Use
Small Gaseous Oxygen Cylinders for Medical Use
Syringes - Must be for personal medical use, and the needle guard must be in place. The person must possess medication that is to be administered by means of the syringe or needle and biojectors.
Tens Machines
Vitamins - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.

Personal Items

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Aerosol Deodorant - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Solid and powder deodorants in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions.
Aerosol Spray Bottles/Cans - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Carry-on amounts must be counted against this total. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
After-Shave - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Carry-on amounts must be counted against this total. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
Bath Moisturizers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Bath Oils - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Bubble Bath - Liquid or Gel - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Bubble Bath Balls - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Cigars and Cigarettes
Cologne - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Conditioners - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Contact lens Solution - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage.
Cream - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Some creams may be considered an essential non-prescription medication and will be exempt from the liquid restrictions (Neosporin, rash creams and other first-aid creams).
Curling Iron (Gas Operated) - One gas-operated curling iron with its gas container per person, provided that the safety cover is securely fitted over the heating element. Separate gas refills for curling irons are permitted in checked baggage with the approval of the air carrier. The curling iron without the gas container is allowed in carry-on baggage.
Cuticle Cutters - If in pointed-tipped scissor form, only cuticle cutters with blades measuring 6 cm (2.4 inc.) or less, measured from the joint - or fulcrum - to the tip are permitted in carry-on.
Disposable Razors, Safety Razors, Blade Cartridges - Razor blades that are encased in a holder (plastic or metal) are permitted in carry-on baggage.
Electric Hair Blow-Dryers, Curling or Flat Irons
Electric Shavers
Electronic Cigarettes (E-Cigarettes) and Accessories - These items do not need to be removed from cases or bags in order to be screened and are permitted in carry-on. Any liquids used by these devices are subject to liquid restrictions. Check with your air carrier regarding any other restrictions.
Eye Drops - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage.
Eyelash Curlers
Facial Cleansers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Gel Deodorant - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Solid and powder deodorants in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions
Gel-Filled Bras and Similar Prosthetics
Hair Detangler - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hair Straightener - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hair Styling Fiber - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hair Styling Gel - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hair Styling Past - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hair Styling Spray - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Hydrogen Peroxide - 3% hydrogen peroxide found in drugstores and used to clean cuts is considered essential non-prescription medication. Carry on: You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage.
Insect Repellent - 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
Lip Stick, Balm, Gel, or Gloss - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Solid lipsticks in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions.
Lipstick (Solid)
Liquid Foundations - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Liquid Mascara - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Liquid Sanitizers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Liquid Soaps - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Solid soaps in carry-on are not subject to the size/volume restrictions
Lotion - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Make-up Removers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Moisturizer - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Mouth Moisturizer - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Mouthwash - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Nail Clippers
Nail Files
Nail Polish - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Nail Polish Removers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Perfume - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Saline Solution - These items are considered to be essential non-prescription medications. You are allowed to carry volumes greater than 100 ml (3.4 oz.) in your carry-on baggage.
Shampoos - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Shaving Cream - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Shoe Polish - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Stain Removers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Straight Razors and Loose Blades - Straight razors and any blades that are not encased in a safety cartridge or can come out of a razor are not permitted in carry-on baggage.
Sunscreen and Suntan Lotion - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Toothpaste - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Tooth powder in carry-on baggage is not subject to the size/volume restrictions.
Tweezers

Sports and Camping Equipment

Item	Carry-On	Checked
Aerosol Spray Bottles/Cans - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Carry-on amounts must be counted against this total. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
Animal Repellants
Arrows for Archery - Sport Use
Avalanche Backpack - Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met.
Billiard Cues
Bowling Balls
Bows and Arrows - Must be for sporting use and are not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances. They may be transported in checked baggage as long as all sharp objects are securely wrapped to prevent Screening Officers and baggage handlers from injury.
Butane Cylinders
Camping Axes
Carbon-Based or Air-Activated Hand Warmers - To note: Hand warmers that require flammable material to produce heat are not permitted in carry-on and checked baggage.
Compressed Gases - Certain exemptions apply for carry-on baggage, such as compressed gas cylinders for medical use or as part of a self-inflating life jacket. Your air carrier may agree to transport compressed gases for non-medical use (e.g. paintball cylinders/guns, scuba tanks, self-inflating life jacket), in checked baggage only, provided certain conditions are met.
Diesel Fuel
Dry Ice - Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met. Dry ice may be transported, with the approval of the air carrier, in carry-on baggage or in checked baggage. Quantities must not exceed 2.5 kg per person and the package must permit the release of carbon dioxide gas. When carried in checked baggage, each package must be marked – “DRY ICE” or “Carbon Dioxide Solid” and must indicate that the net weight is 2.5 kg or less.
Duct Tape
Equipment containing a flammable liquid - eg. Internal Combustion Engines
Equipment designed to contain a flammable liquid - Your air carrier may agree to transport, in checked baggage only, either empty equipment that has never contained a flammable liquid or equipment that has previously contained a flammable liquid if specified and adequate measures have been taken to nullify any hazard. Contact your air carrier for specific instructions on the nullification of dangerous goods hazards.
Fire Extinguishers
Fireworks - Including Sparklers
Fishing Poles with Hooks or Tackle - Fishing rods or poles with hooks or tackle must be carried as checked baggage. Fishing tackle under 6cm can be carried in your carry-on, whereas tackle that is larger than 6cm should always be packed in your checked baggage.
Fishing Poles without Hooks - Fishing rods or poles with hooks or tackle must be carried as checked baggage. Fishing tackle under 6cm can be carried in your carry-on, whereas tackle that is larger than 6cm should always be packed in your checked baggage.
Fishing Tackle Larger than 6cm
Fishing Tackle Under 6 cm
Flammable Liquids General - eg. Kerosene, White Gas, Naphthalene, Diesel Fuel, etc.
Gas Cylinders (for Parachutes)
Gel Packs - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Golf Clubs
GPS Devices
Helmets
Hiking Stick / Poles - Hiking stick/poles (i.e. Nordic walking equipment) are not permitted through the security checkpoint. The only exception to this is if the hiking stick/pole is being used as a mobility aid (i.e. in place of a cane). A Screening Officer will inspect the stick as part of the screening process.
Hockey Sticks
Hunting Equipment - General - Hunting equipment, including knives, hunting rifles and bows and arrows for sporting use, is not permitted in carry-on baggage under any circumstances, but may be transported in checked baggage as long as all sharp objects are securely wrapped to prevent Screening Officers and baggage handlers from injury and guns are unloaded and securely locked and have been declared at the air carrier check-in counter.
Ice Packs - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when required to treat an injury or when used to refrigerate baby food, milk, breast milk, formula, water and juice for infants under 2 years of age (0-24 months), medically necessary items and medication.
Ice Picks
Ice Skates
Insect Repellent - 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on. These items are also subject to limits in checked baggage. Each passenger can bring a maximum of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents.
Insecticides
Kerosene
Lacrosse Sticks
Lawn Darts - Lawn darts measuring 6 cm (2.4 in.) or less, from the end of the barrel to the point, are permitted in carry-on. Darts with steel points that exceed this length must be placed in checked baggage.
Lighting Gel or Solid Fuel
Liquid Sanitizers - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Liquid Soaps - 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container permitted in carry-on.
Mace
Naphthalene
Paddle for Kayak or Canoe
Paintball Gun
Parachute
Pepper Spray - Please note that some types of pepper spray are illegal to possess in Canada. If presented at a pre-board screening checkpoint, protocol requires us to notify the police. This could lead to charges and prosecution.
Propane
Quick Lighting Charcoal Tablets, Flints, or Other Metal Fire-starting Items
Sabres
Scuba Knives
Scuba Tanks
Self-Inflating Lifejackets - Two Co2 cartridges/cylinders are permitted inserted into the jacket, plus two spares cartridges/cylinders. Air carriers may permit in checked baggage provided certain conditions are met.
Skateboards
Ski Poles
Skydiving Rigs with and without Automatic Activation Devices - Rigs are permitted as carry-on or as checked baggage. More importantly, parachutes are also subject to the general restrictions on size and weight (i.e. whether they can be safely stowed as carry-on) and the restriction on the number of pieces of carry-on. Parachute-related equipment, such as gas cylinders, are permitted with the approval of the air carrier. Please contact your air carrier for more information.
Small Lithium Battery-Operated Vehicles - eg. Hoverboards, Electric Unicycles
Snowshoes - If your snowshoes are equipped with crampons or spikes, we recommend that you place them in your checked baggage.
Sport Bats - eg. Baseball Bats, Cricket Bats
Sport Shoes with Cleats - eg. Ice Climbing, Golf, Soccer, Track, Football, etc. Sport shoes with cleats measuring 6cm (2.4 in.) or less are permitted in carry-on. To avoid delays during screening, place the shoes in the plastic bin in plain view. Shoes with cleats longer than 6cm (2.4 in.) need to be placed in checked baggage.
Sports Racquets and Balls
Swords
Tent Poles - As tent poles can vary in material and design (i.e. bendable fibreglass poles vs. rigid metal poles ), check with your air carrier to determine if they can be placed in your carry-on. See separate listings for tents and tent stakes.
Tent Stakes
Tents - Packed without poles or stakes.
Underwater Diving Lamps
Walking Stick / Poles - Walking stick/poles (i.e. Nordic walking equipment) are not permitted through the security checkpoint. The only exception to this is if the walking stick/pole is being used as a mobility aid (i.e. in place of a cane).
Weights - Such as dumbbells or other fitness and aerobic weights
Whips
White Gas

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