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Prebiotic beverages can fall under different Canadian regulatory frameworks depending on their formulation, format, intended use, and claims. This guide explains when a prebiotic product may be regulated as a food or natural health product (NHP), how Health Canada’s Prebiotics Monograph applies, what claims may be made, and which labelling...

Health Canada has increased the permitted amount of fruit and vegetable juice in certain caffeinated supplemented beverages from less than 25% to no more than 30%. The change provides greater formulation flexibility, although existing labelling and representation restrictions remain in place.

Health Canada has expanded its List of Interchangeable Terms, giving natural health product (NHP) licence holders greater flexibility to use clear, consumer-friendly language in product claims and labels.

Health Canada revised its interim food fortification policy in August 2026, expanding the corn meal framework to corn masa flour and increasing the acceptable maximum vitamin A level in term infant formula. Here is what food manufacturers and brands need to know.

Red-light therapy devices are increasingly popular in the beauty and wellness space, but in Canada, their regulatory pathway depends on how they are marketed and what they are intended to do. This recorded presentation explains when red-light therapy masks and LED light therapy devices may be regulated as medical devices,...

Front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labelling is a major regulatory initiative introduced by Health Canada to support healthier food choices among Canadians. This labelling requirement mandates a standardized nutrition symbol on prepackaged foods that are high in saturated fat, sugars, or sodium, which are nutrients commonly linked to chronic illnesses such as...

Not sure how your functional beverage is regulated in Canada? Learn how classification, ingredients, claims, labelling, and pre-market requirements can affect your path to market.

Not sure where to start with compliant product label design in Canada? Learn how regulatory requirements, bilingual content, packaging specifications, and creative design work together before artwork goes to print.

Not sure which Canadian Nutrition Facts table (NFt) applies to your product? Learn how to determine when an NFt is required, calculate Available Display Surface (ADS), select the correct NFt format, and comply with Canadian food labelling requirements before your label goes to print.

Canadian consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands need more than a strong product to succeed in grocery retail. Retail readiness depends on clear category positioning, compliant packaging, viable pricing, reliable supply, product velocity, and ongoing retailer support. At Venturepark Summit 2026, representatives from Sobeys and the founders of NanaShake and Moose Munchies Candy Co. shared practical lessons...

Health Canada’s Draft NHP Quality Guide marks a significant shift towards lifecycle quality oversight for Natural Health Products (NHPs). It emphasizes that obtaining a Natural Product Number (NPN) is just the start of a brand's quality journey. Companies must understand the implications for documentation, quality agreements, and ongoing management. Learn...

Are you planning to enter the Canadian market with a chemical product? It’s essential to know if your product requires a Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Many assume all chemical products need one or that a U.S. SDS can be translated for Canada, but the requirements are more complex. Understand the...

Health Canada is set to transform the market for low-risk non-prescription drugs with a new streamlined authorization pathway. This initiative aims to simplify the approval process for products like sunscreens and acne treatments, enabling them to bypass extensive "new drug" requirements. Learn more.

Watch this on-demand webinar for a practical overview of the organic certification process in Canada, including applicable standards, Organic System Plan requirements, inspections, corrective actions, annual renewal, traceability, organic claims, and considerations for processors, importers, exporters, and brand owners.

Obtaining a Natural Product Number (NPN) in Canada typically takes approximately 60 calendar days for Class I applications, 90 calendar days for Class II applications, and 270 or more calendar days for Class III applications. Due to current review backlogs, companies submitting Class III applications should plan for timelines closer...

CFIA’s guidance explains how plant-based egg alternatives should be labelled and advertised in Canada to avoid misleading consumers. It focuses on clear common names, accurate claims, imagery, packaging, advertising, and the overall impression created by the product. With compliance expected by January 1, 2030, companies should review labels and marketing...

Health Canada is reducing human drug submission backlogs through workload management reforms, increased international reliance, expanded resources, and improved sponsor communication.

On June 23, 2026, Health Canada discussed key trends in DEL GMP inspections at the PSG’s event. With over 900 licensed drug establishments in Canada, compliance is essential for manufacturers and distributors. Topics included quality systems and common inspection findings. Read more.

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...