The Difference between a Class I, II and III NHP Application
Identifying the correct application type has become increasingly more crucial for Natural Health Product (NHP) applications. Incorrect classification can result
Ensuring Predictability for Interim Orders Relating to COVID-19
Health Canada recently published an additional notice regarding all interim orders relating to COVID-19 and Medical Devices. This notice is
Regulatory Considerations for Non-Medical Masks or Face Coverings
Earlier this summer, Health Canada provided a notice to industry on the regulatory considerations for non-medical masks or face coverings,
Clarifications and requirements regarding the interim measure for Hard Surface Disinfectants and Hand Sanitizers
In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, Health Canada is taking action to increase supplies of disinfectants and hand sanitizers.
What is HACCP and Food Handler’s Certification
What is HACCP Plan Food safety is always evolving and becoming more complex, as companies require constant updating with safety
How to Develop a HACCP Plan
The purpose of a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan is to identify and control any hazards that may
COVID-19 FIGHT: Hand sanitizers and disinfectants compliance – Canada and US
In light of the recent Coronavirus pandemic, the demand for antimicrobial products such as disinfectants and hand sanitizers are skyrocketing. The
Q&A: Selling Hand Sanitizers in Canada during COVID-19 pandemic
With the need for hand sanitizers significantly increasing for healthcare personnel and individuals during the current COVID-19 pandemic do help
Protecting Canadians from Unsafe Drugs Act
The Protecting Canadians from Unsafe Drugs Act (Vanessa’s Law) introduces amendments to the Food and Drugs Act that will improve Health Canada’s ability to
Reporting Adverse Reactions to Marketed Health Products
All marketed drugs and health products have benefits and risks. All health products are carefully evaluated before they are licensed
Post-Drug Identification Number (DIN) Changes
All drugs subject to the Food and Drug Regulations are required to gain premarket authorization prior to issuance of a
Regulatory requirements for Drug Identification Numbers (DINs)
When Health Canada authorizes a drug to be marketed in Canada, a Drug Identification Number (DIN) is issued to the
Plain Language Labelling Regulations
The label and package are the first points of interaction between a health product and a consumer. Prior to the
Consumer Advertising of Health Products
In continuation to the last article on Canadian legislations and requirements regarding the marketing of drugs and medical devices, this
Illegal Marketing of Drugs and Medical Devices in Canada
Health Canada is not only the national regulatory authority for issuing health product marketing authorizations, but it also oversees and
Foreign Supplier Verification Program – USA & Canada agreement?
Under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), the United States (U.S.) started graduated enforcement of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program
Natural Health Product Brand Name Guidance
Natural Health Product Brand Name Guidance Brand names are an important part of your marketing strategy, but as many of
SFCR: What to expect when you’re inspected?
The Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) and the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) are set to come into
Essentials Oils: Cosmetic or NHP?
When it comes to topical essential oils, determining the correct regulatory pathway to ensure full compliance typically depends on how
Why EFSA’s Role as a Regulatory Authority is Important to Us
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is a world renowned regulator which is known for its high scientific standards when
Food or NHP: Distinguishing Between a Natural Health Product and a Supplemented Food
Supplemented foods and natural health products (NHPs) can sometimes pose challenges when trying to determine the correct regulatory pathway to
Navigating the Canadian Cannabis Market: What Type of Licence Do You Need?
The Cannabis Regulations were officially published in Canada Gazette Part II on July 11, 2018. The regulations outline several different
Sunscreens – Canada and U.S. Regulatory Differences
Summertime has finally arrived and with it comes hot temperature and intense ultraviolet rays. Exposure to ultraviolet light is known
Safe Food for Canadians Regulations: How Does it Affect You?
The Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) and the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) are set to come into
Plain Language Labelling for OTCs & NHPs
Health Canada implemented the Plain Language Labelling (PLL) initiative to help make the labels for non-prescription health products easier to
Cannabindiol in NHPs and Foods: The Current Truth
You might have heard a little something in the news recently about the legalization of Cannabis coming to Canada. Needless
Imminent Changes to the Current Canada Natural Health Product (NPN) Licensing timelines
In October 2014, the Natural and Non-prescription Health Products released a policy to manage the overall application review process. It
Collagen & Gelatin: Not Your Average Protein Sources
Hydrolyzed collagen and gelatin are animal-based proteins that have recently gained popularity within the food and supplement industry. Gelatin and
Business considerations when applying for a Natural Product Number (NPN)
Just a little background information first before I talk about the business aspect of capitalizing on your NPN. NPN stands
Compliance Monitoring 2017 Report of Natural Health Products sites
In the winter and spring of 2017 Health Canada inspectors visited 23 companies. The program was called a compliance monitoring
Summary of the Proposed Approach to the Regulation of Cannabis
On November 21, 2017 the Canadian Minister of Health announced the Proposed Approach to the Regulation of Cannabis. The public
PLL – Plain Language Labeling: What it means and how it affects you
BACKGROUND Originally implemented in 1920 after the inception of the Federal department of Health in 1919, the Food and Drugs
Top 3 things to consider when planning to sell your Dietary Supplement in CANADA
Some companies make the assumption that selling a dietary supplement product in Canada is no different than selling in the
A New NHPD Coming Soon?
Health Canada recently announced their initiative to modernize the regulatory framework for health products and foods. This is required due
Beware: More Bullets in Russian Roulette Game With The FDA!
Often the dietary supplement landscape in the United States has been referred to as the “Wild, Wild West” with many