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Permitted and Non-Permitted Items
Items such as pointed scissors and ice skates are examples of articles that are not permitted in your carry-on baggage.
Liquids, gels or aerosols
The following security measures are in place until further notice:
Passengers will be permitted to bring liquids, gels and aerosols through security screening at Canadian airports provided that the items are packaged in containers with a capacity of 100 ml / 100 grams (3.4 oz) or less, and that the containers fit comfortably in one clear, closed and resealable plastic bag with a capacity of no more than 1 litre (1 quart). The approximate dimensions of a one litre/quart bag are 15.24 cm by 22.86 cm (6 in. by 9 in.) or 20 cm by 17.5 cm (8 in. by 7 in.). One bag per passenger will be permitted.
Passengers may continue to bring aboard baby formula, baby food, milk, water and juice if a child aged two years and under is travelling.
Liquid prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger’s ticket or boarding pass, and other essential non-prescription liquid medicines continue to be permitted and are exempt from the container size restrictions. In addition, they are not required to be placed in a plastic bag.
To speed up the screening process, passengers should place all liquids, gels, and aerosols from their carry-on bags into the trays provided at the beginning of the screening process. When possible, passengers should have documentation supporting a medical condition.
Food products
Solid food products, such as chocolate, sandwich, fruits, vegetables are permitted in your baggage. All liquid food such as yogurts, pudding and jam are submitted to the restriction of 100 ml (3.4 oz) container and fit in your 1L plastic bag. If you plan to bring any kitchen utensils with your food products, please ensure to pack your knife in checked baggage. If you are travelling outside the country, you should check with your airline or Canada Border Services Agency's website regarding bringing foreign products into Canada, as some restrictions may apply.
Other items, such as strike-anywhere matches, are prohibited in both your carry-on or checked baggage.
It is also important to note that outside restrictions of liquids, gels and aerosols, all other permitted and non-permitted items in carry-on and checked baggage remain the same.
Media Advisory from Transport Canada
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Website
Permitted and non permitted items are regulated by Transport Canada. The chart is not intended to be all-inclusive and is updated as necessary. To ensure everyone's security, the screening officer may determine that an item not on the non-permitted items chart is prohibited. In addition, the screening officer may also determine that an item on the permitted chart is a dangerous good and therefore may not be brought through the security checkpoint. With all cases, it is the responsibility of the screening officer to assess the risk of the item and act accordingly.
The chart applies to flights originating within Canada. Please check with your airline or travel agent for restrictions at point of departure outside of Canada.
Permitted and Non Permitted Items |
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| MAKE UP AND TOILETRY ITEMS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Aerosol spray bottles and cans | Yes |
Yes** |
All creams and lotion; including suntan lotions, moisturizers, etc. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Bubble bath balls, bath oils or moisturizers |
Yes
100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Cuticle cutters |
Yes |
Yes |
Deodorants made of gel or aerosol Note: Solid and powder deodorants in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions). |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Eye drops |
Yes* |
Yes |
| Eyelash Curlers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Gel-filled bras and similar prosthetics |
Yes |
Yes |
| Hair styling gels and spray of all kinds (including aerosol) |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Hair straightener or Hair detangler (liquid) |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
One gas-operated curling iron with its gas container per person provided that the safety cover is securely fitted over the heating element. Note: The curling iron without the gas container is allowed in carry-on baggage. Separate gas refills for curling irons are not permitted in carry-on or checked baggage. |
No |
Yes |
| Hydrogen peroxide (3%) found in drug stores to clean cuts | Yes* |
Yes** |
Insect repellent Note: Only one canister allowed per person. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes** |
Lip gels and lip balms Note: Solid lipsticks in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Liquid lip glosses or other liquids for lips Note: Solid lipsticks in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Liquid bubble bath (whether gel or liquid) | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Liquid foundations Note: Solid powder foundations in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Liquid sanitizers | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Liquid soaps Note: Solid soaps in carry-on baggage are not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Liquid mascara Note: Solid cake mascara in carry-on baggage is not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Make up removers or facial cleansers | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Mouthwash | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Nail clippers | Yes |
Yes |
| Nail files | Yes |
Yes |
| Nail polish and nail polish removers | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Non-prescription medication including liquids and gels such as cough syrup and gel cap type pills, decongestant spray, gel based nutritional homeopathic products, etc. | Yes* |
Yes |
| Medicine containing alcohol including rubbing alcohol | Yes* |
Yes*** |
| Perfume, cologne | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes** |
| Safety razors - including disposable razors | Yes |
Yes |
| Straight razors | No |
Yes |
| Razor blades (in cartridge) | Yes |
Yes |
| Razor blades (not in cartridge) | No |
Yes |
| Saline solution and contact lens solution | Yes* |
Yes |
Shampoos and conditioners |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Toothpaste Note: Tooth powder in carry-on baggage is not subject to the size/volume restrictions. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Tweezers | Yes |
Yes |
| * Note: 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. These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately. See our information on liquids for more details. | ||
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** Note: Maximum limit of 500 ml or 500 g per container, with a total net quantity not to exceed 2 L or 2 kg per person for all of person's carry-on and checked baggage for all such items. ** Note: Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents. |
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| *** Note: Passengers may transport alcohol in their baggage if the percentage of alcohol by volume is 70 per cent (140 proof) or less. | ||
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| FOOD AND DRINKS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Solid foods such as sandwiches, meats, fruits, vegetables, cakes, cookies, crackers, chips, cheese, nuts, granola bars and hard candies are not subject to volume restrictions. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Beverages (including water) brought from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in containers larger than 100ml (3.4 oz.). |
No |
Yes |
| Beverages (including water) brought from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in a 100ml (3.4 oz) or smaller container and in a one litre, resealable plastic bag. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Beverages purchased after security screening | Yes |
Yes |
Baby formula and food, juice, water, breast milk 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 traveling with a child aged 2 years or under. All items including formula or breast milk must be presented to the screening officer and will be inspected. Note: Gel or ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. We recommend that passengers freeze a bottle of milk or formula or carry a small bag of frozen solid vegetables (peas for instance) to keep their baby products cool. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Canned or jarred goods such as soup, sauces, peanut butter, fruits, vegetables, jellies, cheese whiz, condiments, maple spread, chocolate spread, honey and maple syrup. | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Cheese in pressurized containers | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Duty free alcohol and other liquid duty free items Note: Please see our section on Duty Free Items. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Gel based sports supplements | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Gelatines (or gel like food substances) | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Pudding | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Whipped cream | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Yogurt | Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
| Note: This is not an exhaustive list of food items. Compare the food item you want to carry to the items on the list. When in doubt, pack the item in your checked baggage. | ||
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| MEDICAL ITEMS | Carry-On |
Checked |
Prescription medication Note: liquid prescription medications are exempted from the liquid restrictions and can be carried in carry-on baggage in volumes larger than 100ml (3.4 oz). These liquids must be declared to the Screening Officer separately. Ensure the medication is properly labelled (professionally printed label identifying the medication or a manufacturer’s name or pharmaceutical label) and displays a matching name with the name printed on the passenger's ticket/boarding pass. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Essential non-prescription medication including liquids and gels such as cough syrup and gel cap type pills, decongestant spray, gel based nutritional homeopathic products, etc. |
Yes |
Yes |
Gel packs and ice packs. Note: Gel and ice packs are subject to the liquid restrictions. They are exempt from the restrictions on liquids when used to refrigerate medication as long as it states on the label of the medication that it needs to be refrigerated or the passenger has a doctor's or pharmacist’s note. |
Yes 100ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container |
Yes |
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device. Note: The distilled water used by this device is exempted from the liquid restrictions. We recommend that passengers carry supporting documentation from their doctor to facilitate pre-board screening. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Oxygen cylinders, including chemical oxygen generators and liquid oxygen |
No |
No |
Small gaseous oxygen or air cylinders for medical use Note: Passenger must show to the Screening Officer the air carrier's approval. |
Yes* |
Yes |
| Medical kits carried by health care professionals if the medical kit does not include sharp or cutting instruments and if the name and medical license of the health care professional or his or her name and company identification are provided. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Syringes, hypodermic needles and biojectors for personal medical use, if the needle guard is in place, and the person possesses medication that is to be administered by means of the syringe or needle and biojectors, and if that is 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. |
Yes |
Yes |
Batteries for wheelchairs and other battery-powered mobility aids (personal) Note: Passenger must show to the Screening Officer the air carrier's approval. |
Yes* |
Yes* |
| Medical or clinical thermometer (one small medical or clinical thermometer that contains mercury, for personal use, when in a protective case). |
Yes |
Yes |
| Small cylinders of a gas of Division 2.2 of TDG Act (Transportation of Dangerous Goods), (e.g. carbon dioxide, azote, compressed air, etc.) worn for the operation of mechanical limbs and spare cylinders of similar size required to ensure an adequate supply during travel. |
Yes |
Yes |
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* Note: Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met.
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| ELECTRONIC DEVICES | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Camcorders* |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cameras and digital cameras* |
Yes |
Yes |
Camera Equipment* Note: 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. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Laptop Computers* |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mobile Phones* | Yes |
Yes |
| MP3-players, walkmans and portable CD and DVD-players* | Yes |
Yes |
| Pagers* | Yes |
Yes |
| Personal Data Assistants (PDA's)* | Yes |
Yes |
| Global Positioning System (GPS) devices* | Yes |
Yes |
| Spare batteries for consumer electronic devices containing lithium or lithium cells or batteries when carried for personal use. They must be individually protected and each spare battery must not exceed: - for lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries, a lithium content of 2 grams; or - for lithium ion batteries, an aggregate equivalent lithium content of 8 grams. |
Yes |
No |
| * Note: We recommend keeping fragile or expensive items with you in your carry-on baggage. Check with your air carrier for restrictions on the use of these and other electronic devices during your flight. | ||
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| TOOLS, KNIVES AND SCISSORS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Belt Buckle knives (Constant Companion) | No |
No |
| Box cutters | No |
Yes |
| Butterfly knives | No |
No |
Cigar cutters without removable blades Note: if the blade is removable the cutter is only allowed in checked baggage. |
Yes |
Yes |
| Comb knives | No |
No |
| Concealed knives of any length | No |
No |
| Hatchets | No |
Yes |
| Hunting knives | No |
Yes |
| Jackknife (e.g. Swiss army knife) | No |
Yes |
| Lipstick knives | No |
No |
| Meat cleavers | No |
Yes |
| Pen knives | No |
No |
| Push daggers | No |
No |
| Switchblade knives | No |
No |
| Throwing knives | No |
No |
Tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, saws, crow bars and heavy tools Note: Tool boxes containing dangerous goods such as explosives (power rivets), compressed gas or aerosols, flammable gases (butane cylinders or torches), flammable adhesives or paints, corrosive liquids, etc.) are not permitted to be transported in passenger's carry-on or checked baggage. |
No |
Yes |
| Scissors with pointed tips | No |
Yes |
| Scissors with blunt tips | Yes |
Yes |
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| INCAPACITATING SPRAYS, LIQUIDS OR POWDERS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Mace | No |
No |
| Pepper spray (including bear and dog sprays) | No |
No |
| Tear gas | No |
No |
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| PENETRATING OBJECTS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Corkscrews (without attached knife) | Yes |
Yes |
| Meat thermometers | No |
Yes |
| Kitchen forks (plastic and metal) | Yes |
Yes |
| Knitting needles and crotchet hooks | Yes |
Yes |
| Pins for attaching medals and pins on broches | Yes |
Yes |
| Sewing kits containing small sewing needles | Yes |
Yes |
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Carry-On |
Checked |
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Ammunition |
No |
Yes* |
Firearms Note: Firearms carried as checked baggage MUST be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. |
No |
Yes* |
| Toy weapons (e.g. water gun, squirt gun, toy grenades) | No |
Yes |
* Note: Firearms, 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, ammunitions and cartridges must be declared to the air carrier during the check-in process. For more details on how to transport these items in your checked baggage, please contact your air carrier. Passengers may also contact the Canada Firearms Centre at 1-800-731-4000 for more information. |
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| MARTIAL ARTS WEAPONS | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Billy clubs and blackjacks | No |
Yes |
| Bladed or spiked finger rings | No |
No |
| Brass knuckles | No |
No |
| Spiked collars or wristbands or any similar device | No |
No |
| Kiyoga (steel) batons | No |
No |
| Kubasuant (with knife blades) | No |
No |
| Kubatons | No |
No |
| Kusari (handgrip and chain) | No |
No |
| Morning stars | No |
No |
| Numchucks | No |
No |
| Nunchaku sticks | No |
No |
| Shuriken | No |
No |
| Throwing stars | No |
No |
| Yaqua Blowguns | No |
No |
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| OTHER WEAPONS | Carry-On |
Checked |
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Arrows and darts used in crossbows |
No |
Yes |
| Axes | No |
Yes |
| Blowguns | No |
No |
| Crossbows | No |
Yes |
| Electric stun guns (except medical defibrillators) | No |
No* |
Catapults |
No |
No* |
| Kubasuant (without knife blade) | No |
No* |
| Pick-in-handle umbrellas | No |
No* |
| Slingshots | No |
No* |
| Sword canes | No |
No* |
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| EXPLOSIVES AND IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES | Carry-On |
Checked |
| Fake ammunition including belts made with fake bullets and bullet key chains | No |
Yes |
Black and smokeless powders |
No |
No |
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Bombs (pipe, mortar, etc.) including replicas |
No |
No |
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Detonators (electric and non-electric) |
No |
No |
Distress flares |
No |
No |
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Dynamite |
No |
No |
| Fireworks | No |
No |
| Hand grenades (including replicas) | No |
No |
| Molotov cocktails | No |
No |
| Nitroglycerin | No |
No |
| Plastic explosives (C4, SEMTEX, TNT, sheet explosives, etc.) | No |
No |
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| SPORTING EQUIPMENT | Carry-On |
Checked |
Arrows and darts for archery (sport use) |
No |
Yes |
| Billiard cues | No |
Yes |
| Bolt cutters | No |
Yes |
| Bowling balls | No |
Yes |
Carbon dioxide (CO2) cylinders or cartridges (except those required for medical purposes; those to be used for aircraft maintenance or for aerodrome maintenance or construction; or those used for self-inflating life-jackets). |
No |
No |
CO2 cylinders for self-inflating life-jacket Note: No more than two small CO2 cylinders or two cylinders of other suitable non-inflammable, non-poisonous gas when fitted into a self-inflating life-jacket for inflation purposes, plus no more than two spare cartridges per passenger. |
Yes* |
Yes* |
| Golf clubs | No |
Yes |
| Hockey sticks | No |
Yes |
| Hunting knives | No |
Yes |
| Ice axes | No |
Yes |
| Ice picks | No |
Yes |
| Ice skates | No |
Yes |
| Lacrosse sticks | No |
Yes |
| Lawn darts | No |
Yes |
| Miniature sports equipment (such as souvenir hockey sticks) | Yes |
Yes |
| Sabres | No |
Yes |
| SCUBA knives | No |
Yes |
| Ski poles | No |
Yes |
| Sport bats (such as baseball and cricket bats) | No |
Yes |
| Swords | No |
Yes |
| Fishing poles (no hooks) | Yes* |
Yes |
| Paintball gun | No |
Yes** |
| Parachute | Yes* |
Yes* |
| Scuba tanks | No |
Yes** |
| Skateboards | Yes* |
Yes |
| Sports racquets | Yes* |
Yes |
| Whips | Yes* |
Yes |
* Note: Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met. |
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| CAMPING EQUIPMENT | Carry-On |
Checked |
Camping Axes/Hunting Knives |
No |
Yes |
| Propane, butane cylinders | No |
No |
| Flammable Liquids (kerosene, white gas, naphthalene, diesel fuel, etc.) | No |
No |
Lighting gel or solid fuel |
No |
No |
| Equipment designed to contain a flammable liquid (stoves, lanterns and canisters) Note: Your air carrier may agree to transport empty equipment that has never contained a flammable liquid or has previously contained a flammable liquid but 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. |
No |
No |
| Equipment containing a flammable liquid (internal combustion engines, etc.) | No |
No |
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| HEAT PRODUCING ARTICLES/LIGHTERS/FLAMMABLES | Carry-On |
Checked |
Underwater diving lamps |
Yes* |
Yes |
Soldering irons Note: The heat producing component, or the energy source, must be removed so as to prevent unintentional functioning during transport. |
Yes* |
No |
| Oxygen generators | No |
No |
| Lighter fuel and refills | No |
No |
| Lighters shaped like guns or grenades | No |
No |
| Strike anywhere matches | No |
No |
| One lighter intended for personal use and not containing unabsorbed liquid fuel (e.g. Bic type) when carried in the person’s plastic bag for liquids | Yes |
No |
| One book of safety matches intended for personal use when carried on the person (e.g. in pocket or purse) | Yes |
No |
| Zippo lighters | No |
No |
| Lighters with unabsorbed liquid fuel | No |
No |
| Flammable aerosols that are not toiletry items (e.g. static guard, aerosol laundry starch) | No |
No |
| Gas refills | No |
No |
| Gas torches | No |
No |
| Insecticides (except those to be used by crew members for disinfection purposes) | No |
No |
| Liquids marked as flammable (e.g. gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid and turpentine) | No |
No |
Paint (including enamel, lacquer, liquid filler, paint thinner, stain, shellac, varnish and liquid lacquer base, solvent-based paint, spray paint) Note: Watercolour paint is permitted. |
No |
No |
| Piñatas | No |
No** |
| Quick Lighting Charcoal Tablets | No |
No |
| * Note: Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met. ** Note: Check with your air carrier to see if this item is permitted. |
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| OTHER DANGEROUS GOODS | Carry-On |
Checked |
Fire extinguishers |
No |
No |
Mercury barometers or thermometers carried by a representative from a government weather bureau or similar official agency |
Yes* |
No |
Dry ice Note: Dry ice may be in transported in carry-on baggage, or with the approval of the air carrier, 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. |
Yes |
Yes* |
| Caustic materials such as liquid bleach and chlorine | No |
No |
| Restraining Devices (except those used by peace officers or air crew or by escort officers escorting prisoners) | No |
Yes |
| * Note: Air carriers may permit provided certain conditions are met. | ||
| CONTRABAND | Carry-On |
Checked |
Contraband (intoxicants, money in excess of prescribed limits and illegal items of any nature) |
No |
No |
Bows and arrows for sporting use 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.
Skydiving rigs with and without Automatic Activation Devices are permitted as carry-on or as checked baggage. Parachute-related equipment, such a gas cylinders, are classified under dangerous goods, thereby prohibited from both carry-on and checked baggage. More importantly, parachutes are also subject to the general restrictions on size and weight (i.e. whether they can be safety stowed as carry-on) and the restriction on the number of pieces of carry-on. Please contact your air carrier for more information.
List of airports with US Pre-Clearance operations:
- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Halifax
- Montreal
- Ottawa
- Toronto
- Vancouver
- Winnipeg
Dangerous articles/sharp objects: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and security screeners.
Dangerous Goods: Many common items may seem harmless, but due to their physical and chemical properties, can be very dangerous when transported by air. As a general rule passengers are not permitted to transport dangerous goods on board an aircraft in their carry-on or checked baggage. For more information, please visit the Transport Canada Website.
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.
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