Operating a vape shop in Ontario comes with strict compliance rules. If you are applying for a Specialty Vape Store registration or preparing for your annual renewal, accuracy, documentation, and proper financial reporting are critical.

At Momentum Accounting CPA Professional Corporation, we specialize in preparing Specialty Vape Store registration and renewal packages for vape retailers across Hamilton, the GTA, and all of Ontario.

📞 Call us today at 905-869-0000 for a consultation and let our licensed CPA team handle your application with confidence.

What Is a Specialty Vape Store in Ontario?

Under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017, a Specialty Vape Store is a registered retail store that:

• Sells at least 85% vapour products based on total sales
• Meets Ontario’s age-verification, display, and promotion rules
• Is registered and approved by the local Public Health Unit

Only approved Specialty Vape Stores may qualify for limited in-store display and promotion privileges — and only if registration and renewal documentation is complete and compliant.

The 85% Rule – The #1 Reason Applications Get Rejected

To qualify or renew, your vape shop must prove that:

Vapour product sales ÷ Total store sales = 85% or more

This must be supported with:

• POS sales reports
• Vape vs. non-vape category breakdowns
• Accurate totals that reconcile with your bank deposits

❗ Most delays and rejections happen because:

• POS categories are mixed or incorrect
• Non-vape sales exceed limits
• Reports do not match bank deposits

At Momentum Accounting CPA, we clean your data, prepare defensible calculations, and ensure your file meets Public Health expectations.

Documents Required for Specialty Vape Store Registration & Renewal

Public Health typically reviews a detailed compliance package, including:

🔹 Sales & Revenue Reports

• Monthly and annual POS summaries
• Vape vs. non-vape product breakdown
• SKU or category sales reports
• 85% compliance calculation schedules

🔹 Financial & Business Records

• Legal name and operating name
• CRA Business Number and HST registration
• Bank deposit reconciliation (recommended)

🔹 Inventory & Supplier Support

• Inventory purchase reports
• Major supplier invoices
• Product and stock listings

🔹 Store Compliance Evidence

• Store layout confirmation (no visibility from outside)
• Age-verification procedures
• Required signage confirmation

We prepare everything in a clear, professional, submission-ready format.

Why Vape Retailers Choose Momentum Accounting CPA

✔ Licensed Canadian CPA firm

✔ Extensive experience with vape store compliance

✔ Deep knowledge of Ontario Public Health rules

✔ Accurate 85% rule calculations

✔ Sales-to-bank reconciliation expertise

✔ Fast turnaround and professional presentation

We don’t just prepare reports — we prepare approval-ready compliance packages that help protect your business.

Opening a Vape Store or Renewing Your Registration? We Can Help.

Whether you are:

• Opening a new vape shop in Ontario
• Applying for Specialty Vape Store registration
• Renewing your annual Public Health approval
• Facing issues with the 85% rule
• Dealing with delays, inspections, or compliance questions

Our CPA team is here to help.

📞 Contact Momentum Accounting CPA Professional Corporation Today

Momentum Accounting CPA Professional Corporation

📍 Hamilton, Ontario | Serving GTA & All of Ontario

📞 Phone: 905-869-0000

📧 Email: info@momentumaccountingcpa.ca

🌐 Website: www.momentumaccountingcpa.ca

👉 Call 905-869-0000 today to book your consultation and get expert help with your Specialty Vape Store registration or renewal.