Health Canada Recall
- Benchmark-branded 22 inch, 15 amp electric snow thrower recalled due to electric shock hazard October 26, 2026The power cable on the affected units may break when exposed to extreme cold weather, causing a potential electric shock injury. As of October 5, 2026, the company has received 19 reports of the power cord of the product breaking in Canada, and no reports of injuries.Consumer product safety
- Hamax Buddy child seat recalled due to choking hazard October 26, 2026The harness strap label of the child bicycle seat may detach, posing a choking hazard if a child puts the detached label in their mouth. As of October 20, 2026, the company has received no reports of incident or injury in Canada.Consumer product safety
- Plastic Balloons balloon blowing kit recalled due to chemical hazard October 26, 2026Children’s balloon blowing kits containing solvents are banned in Canada. The safety concern is that blowing the balloons exposes a child to inhaling the vapours of any solvents present. If children blow this type of solvent containing balloon for extended periods they may experience early symptoms of central nervous system depression or dysfunction, including euphoria, […]Consumer product safety