by ### AirPods Pro 2 Approved as Hearing Aids in Canada, But Regulatory Hurdles Remain
Despite **Health Canada** approving the [**AirPods Pro 2**](https://appleinsider.com/inside/airpods-pro-2) as hearing aids, Canadians are still unable to access this feature due to additional regulatory challenges that show little sign of resolution.
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Apple made significant strides by updating the AirPods Pro 2 in **October 2024**, allowing users in the United States to utilize them as both a hearing test and hearing aids. This rollout has expanded to various other countries, providing users with enhanced hearing capabilities. However, even with Health Canada’s approval, Canadians remain without access to this beneficial technology.
Local news source **CTV News** reports that many Canadians are expressing frustration over the delay, having purchased the AirPods Pro 2 specifically due to the approval they believed would grant them hearing assistance. Customers feel misled and disappointed that a feature they were promised is still out of reach.
For further updates on this ongoing situation, [**continue reading on AppleInsider**](https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/03/10/canadians-may-never-get-to-use-airpods-pro-2-as-hearing-aids?utm_medium=rss) or join the conversation in our [**forums**](https://forums.appleinsider.com/discussion/239525?utm_medium=rss).
Stay tuned as we monitor any changes that could impact Canadians looking to enhance their hearing experience with the AirPods Pro 2.
