The Act also protects young people by restricting the age of purchase.
[3] The legal age to purchase tobacco products varies with each province.
A person may be asked for documentation to verify their age before purchasing a tobacco product.
Forms of identification issued by a provincial, federal, or foreign government with a signature, photo, and date of birth are also accepted.
[6] The Act prohibits the promotion and advertising of tobacco products when the terms "light" or "mild" are used.