Why Choosing the Right Stroller Matters

 A stroller isn’t just a convenience — it’s part of your baby’s daily “transportation system.” A well-chosen stroller helps with:

Safety (reliably securing the baby, avoiding hazards)

Comfort (for both baby and caregiver)

Longevity (usable across stages)

Usability (ease of folding, pushing, storing, navigating)

Suitability for weather and terrain

If you pick poorly, you may end up with something that’s cumbersome, unsafe in snow or on rough sidewalks, or too bulky to store/transport easily.

New Canadian Rules & Safety Requirements (2023+)

Before you even pick features, it’s essential to know the regulatory baseline in Canada, so your stroller is legal and safe.

In June 2023, new federal Carriages and Strollers Regulations (SOR/2023-101) took effect under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA). 

Under these rules, strollers must meet certain mechanical safety standards (either ASTM F833 or a combination involving ISO 31110) to guard against hazards like finger entrapment, collapse, tipping, etc. 

They also impose toxicological / coating/materials limits (e.g., limits on lead, mercury, and phthalates in parts accessible to children) so that fabrics, coatings, and plastic parts are safe.


 

There are labeling & warning obligations (in both English & French) — e.g., a permanent warning label about not leaving a child unattended, avoiding sliding/falling, and safe folding operations, etc. 

A transitional period allowed strollers meeting prior rules to be sold until December 4, 2023, but after that, new units must comply with the new standard. 

Thus, when you shop, make sure the stroller is certified / compliant with Canadian regulations (i.e., explicitly stating it meets or exceeds SOR/2023-101 or referencing ASTM/ISO standards).

On Health Canada’s site, they emphasize basic safety checks: solidity, proper harness, effective brakes & locks, secure wheels, and that instruction manual + labeling is included. 

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