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Health Canada discussed upcoming priorities for Natural Health Product regulation, including risk-based oversight, submission modernization, and labelling flexibility. Here's what industry should know.

In Canada, Veterinary Health Product (VHP) claims must be supported by objective and credible evidence aligned with the product’s ingredients, conditions of use, and intended purpose. Claims should focus on maintaining or promoting animal health and must not represent the product as treating, diagnosing, mitigating, preventing, or curing disease. Introduction...

Health Canada has announced an update regarding finished product specifications (FPS) for natural health product (NHP) applications. Starting June 15, 2026, applicants for Class II and III NHP product licences will not need to submit FPS upfront. This change streamlines the process, reducing administrative burdens while maintaining quality standards.

To sell a natural health product (NHP) in Canada, companies must consider both product licensing and site licensing requirements. A product licence authorizes the sale of a specific NHP, while a site licence is required for the Canadian physical site where NHPs are manufactured, packaged, labelled, or imported for sale.  Obtaining these licences requires...

Food labels in Canada are regulated consumer-facing materials that carry both technical and commercial weight. They must accurately communicate the identity of the product, its composition, the responsible party, applicable use or storage information, and any claims or representations made to consumers.  For food brands, importers, distributors, and retailers, a...

Effective June 2, 2026, Health Canada will classify melatonin products sold for sleep-related use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age as prescription drugs under the Food and Drug Regulations. Adult-use melatonin natural health products (NHPs) are not affected, provided they remain authorized and positioned for adult use...

For food brands entering the Canadian market, success hinges on more than taste and presentation, it depends on regulatory compliance, especially when it comes to product labels. Whether you’re a startup launching your first SKU or a multinational expanding your line, your product label is one of the most scrutinized...

Energy drinks are rapidly gaining popularity in Canada, but navigating the regulatory landscape can be complex. This guide outlines the classification of energy drinks as supplemented foods and highlights key compliance requirements such as caffeine limits and labelling mandates. For brands looking to launch or import energy drinks, understanding regulations...

Health Canada is planning a more flexible approach to NHP labelling in Canada, with draft amendments to the Natural Health Products Regulations expected in spring 2027. This article explains what the updated proposal may mean for Product Facts Table flexibility, digital labelling, medicinal ingredient presentation, small package guidance, and the...

A comprehensive overview of U.S. pet food regulations, including FDA oversight, ingredient compliance, labelling requirements, and state-level considerations for market entry. 

Planning to launch gummy NHPs in Canada? This guide explains why stability data is required and how to support shelf life and GMP compliance.

Health Canada has reclassified sports electrolyte products as foods, with a transition deadline of December 31, 2027. Companies must align with the Food and Drug Regulations, including supplemented food requirements, to remain compliant.

The Canadian natural health product (NHP) industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of new Plain Language Labelling (PLL) Regulations. These updated guidelines, published by Health Canada in 2022, aim to enhance transparency, standardization, and accessibility in NHP labelling. By replacing the previous 2006 regulations, the PLL framework...

We interviewed the latest addition to our team just in time for the spring issue of reSource 2026–meet Lindsay Gwozdz! Lindsay is SNI's newest Graphic Designer Lindsay is a graduate of the Digital Multimedia Technology program at Red River College Polytechnic (2007), with a career rooted in catalogue layout and...

Bringing creatine products into Canada requires more than simply obtaining an NPN. From confirming whether the finished product fits the Natural Health Product pathway to selecting the fastest PLA route and avoiding common launch delays, early strategy is critical. This guide outlines how SNI helps international brands streamline creatine market...

Selecting the appropriate regulatory pathway for a medical device in Canada is a foundational market-access decision that shapes far more than initial licensing. It directly influences regulatory risk, evidence depth, quality system readiness, lifecycle change control, and cross-jurisdictional launch sequencing.  For quality, clinical, and product development teams, as well as technical manufacturers,...

Health Canada has published 11 updated natural health product (NHP) monographs effective March 27, 2026, continuing its modernization of the monograph framework under the Natural Health Products Regulations.  The latest publication includes updates to the monographs for cayenne (oral), cayenne (topical), cranberry, dried cranberry juice, devil’s claw, European pennyroyal, horseradish, Roman chamomile, stinging nettle,...

Product classification is a critical determinant of regulatory strategy and market access in Canada. Whether a product is regulated as a cosmetic or a Natural Health Product (NHP) defines the applicable requirements under the Food and Drugs Act, including pre-market obligations, evidentiary expectations, labelling standards, and permissible claims.  For many product...

On March 30, 2026, Health Canada has introduced an important operational change for Natural Health Product (NHP) site licence submissions. Through Natural Health Products Site Licensing and Good Manufacturing Practices Inspection Bulletin No. 11, the Health Product Compliance Directorate confirmed that it is transitioning away from ePost Connect and moving...

Recognizing FHCP’s role as the national voice of Canada’s food, health, and consumer products industry  Source Nutraceutical Inc. (SNI) is pleased to announce its membership with Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada (FHCP), the national industry association representing the manufacturers of food, health, and consumer products across Canada. SNI joins FHCP...