Updated: July 4, 2025
The following list details prohibited content on Fiva.ca, including emails and profile photos containing explicit material. We reserve the right to block any content violating these guidelines.
Strictly Prohibited Items and Services
Adult Content
- Pornography, explicit nude photos/videos, or erotic articles
- Prostitution, escort services, or sexual companionship offers
- Sexually explicit live streams or webcam services
Alcohol
- Alcoholic beverages and related products
- Alcohol delivery services
- Permitted: Collectible empty bottles, labels, or caps
- Permitted: Job postings for bartenders or sales staff in Jobs category
Unsafe Baby Items
- Baby nests and inclined sleepers (including recalled models)
- Baby walkers and traditional drop-side cribs
- Car seats/booster seats manufactured before January 1, 2012
Biological Materials
- Blood, bodily fluids, or human organs
- Surrogacy, fertility, or donor requests (including sperm/egg)
- Human remains or funeral-related items
Theft-Related Items
- Burglary tools or lock-picking devices
- Auto theft tools (code grabbers, key fob programmers)
- Shoplifting devices or signal jammers
Cannabis Products
- Cannabis flowers, extracts, edibles, or oils
- Smoking devices (bongs, pipes, vaporizers)
- Cannabis memorabilia or promotional items
- See full cannabis policy for details
Adoption Services
- Child adoption services (offering or seeking)
Combustible/Dangerous Items
- Flares (except emergency signaling flares)
- Explosives or incendiary devices
- Note: No shipping offers for combustible items
COVID-19 Related
- PCR/Rapid Antigen tests
- Vaccination records/certificates
Counterfeit Items
- Counterfeit currency, stamps, or coins
- Unauthorized digital content (e-books, software, media)
- Unlicensed IPTV services or pirated content
Digital Items/Accounts
- Gaming accounts or digital licenses
- Shared streaming service accounts
- See digital items policy for details
Embargoed Goods
- Items subject to international trade sanctions
Event Tickets
- Commercial event tickets
- Permitted: Local community event tickets
- See ticket sales policy for details
Government Items
- Official IDs, badges, or uniforms
- Government-issued licenses or documents
Hazardous Materials
- Chemicals, pesticides, or toxic substances
- Fireworks or explosive compounds
Laser Pointers
- High-powered laser pointers (>5mW)
Personal Information
- Identity documents or financial records
- Mailing lists or personal databases
Illegal Drugs/Paraphernalia
- Narcotics, steroids, or controlled substances
- Drug manufacturing equipment
Illegal Services
- Covert surveillance devices
- Odometer correction/rollback services
- Academic cheating services
Wildlife Products
- Illegal wildlife or endangered species
- Bear traps or restricted hunting equipment
- Regulated pests or invasive species
Prohibited Media
- Violent, pornographic, or explicit content
- Hate speech or derogatory material
Ivory/Bone Products
- Ivory or elephant-derived products
- Permitted: Pre-1900 antiques with ≤5% ivory
- Permitted: Non-ivory animal bone with species disclosure
Weapons
- Firearms, ammunition, or firearm parts
- Switchblades, throwing stars, or brass knuckles
- Tasers, stun guns, or pepper spray
- Martial arts weapons or combat knives
- Permitted: Archery equipment, paintball guns
Knives
- Concealable knives or switchblades
- Permitted: Collectible knives (unsharpened)
- Permitted: Kitchen cutlery
Gambling Items
- Lottery tickets or sweepstakes entries
- Slot machines or gambling devices
Massage Services
- Non-therapeutic massage offers
- Ads featuring full-body photos/headshots
- Personal details of providers (age, measurements)
- Wanted ads for massage services
- Permitted: Registered Massage Therapists (RMT)
- Permitted: Massage within aesthetic packages
Offensive Material
- Nazi memorabilia or hate symbols
- Permitted: Historical documents/currency
Medical Devices/Drugs
- Prescription drugs or medical devices
- CPAP/BiPAP machines requiring prescription
- Permitted: OTC medical devices
Unauthorized Health Products
- Products banned by Health Canada
- Unapproved medical treatments
Radio Equipment
- Devices violating Radiocommunication Act
Recalled Items
- Any product under official recall
Restricted Foods
- Unpasteurized dairy/juice products
- Wild mushrooms or ackee fruit
- Expired baby formula or tampered foods
- Government food assistance benefits
- Note: Sellers must comply with Health Canada regulations
Financial Instruments
- Stocks, securities, or cryptocurrencies
- Binary options (completely banned in Canada)
Stolen Property
- Goods without proof of ownership
Tobacco/Nicotine
- E-cigarettes, vaping products, or e-juice
- Tobacco seeds or promotional memorabilia
- See tobacco policy for details
Used Personal Items
- Used cosmetics or skincare products
- Used undergarments or intimate wear
Additional Prohibited Categories
Academic Dishonesty
- Essay writing or exam-taking services
- Fake diplomas/transcripts
Hacking/Cybersecurity
- Password cracking tools
- Credit card skimmers
- Network intrusion devices
Illegal Software
- Cheat programs for online games
- License key generators
- Ransomware or malware
Misrepresentation
- Fake reviews or testimonial services
- Counterfeit authentication services
Dangerous Animals
- Venomous reptiles or spiders
- Wild-caught protected species
Illegal Services
- Forgery/document fabrication
- Hacking or cyberattack services
- Money laundering facilitation
Regulated Items
- Industrial-grade drones (>25kg)
- Radioactive materials
- Asbestos-containing materials
This list is not exhaustive. Fiva Marketplace reserves the right to remove any content that violates Canadian laws or community standards. When in doubt, contact [email protected] before posting.
