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Attention, Manufacturers: Shared machinery might be a cost-effective approach, but it's essential to note its potential impact on allergen labelling. Using shared machinery for multiple product types means that different types of allergens could appear as trace amounts in your final product.   These allergens might not be intentionally added,...

Last month Health Canada released a Notice of intent to publish two Marketing Authorizations that could have a positive effect on the bone health of Canadians. Vitamin D and Calcium are two important nutrients needed by our bodies to maintain good health. Both nutrients help to build and maintain bone...

Aspartame, a sweetener that has been widely used in various food products, has recently come under scrutiny due to its classification as a class 2B carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Joint Expert...

WE HAVE TWO FANTASTIC JOB OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE If you're eligible to work in Canada and participate in the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) program, SNI has two job openings to help leverage your skills into a new career in a fast-growing industry! Read more about each position: Junior Clinical...

SOURCE NUTRACEUTICAL, INC. Winnipeg, MB, CANADA R3T 1T4 About Us: Source Nutraceutical, Inc. (SNI) is a fast-growing company with offices in Winnipeg, Manitoba and Toronto, Ontario. The company is an integrated “one-stop shop” for regulatory affairs, clinical research, quality assurance, packaging and labeling compliance, marketing support, and fulfillment needs. We...

Image courtesy of Specialty Food Association This year’s Specialty Food Association Fancy Food Show was buzzing and very well attended.  The number of international booths seemed to have blossomed this year, showcasing Italian, Spanish, Brazilian, Moroccan, Indian, Egyptian, and Japanese brands, just to name a few. As always, it was...

We mentioned in September that there are changes in the near future regarding labelling of natural health products in Canada, and with an implementation date of June 21, 2025, we are revisiting the requirements to help the industry prepare. For products already on the market, or those which will have...

Every year, Canadians across the country and around the world show their pride in their history, culture and achievements on July 1. It's been a day of celebration since 1868, where many festivities are held across the nation. As we grow, learn, and progress: we also try to balance Canadian...

The Canadian regulations for Natural Health Products (NHPs) came into force in 2004, and for nearly 20 years, Canadians have been able to shop with confidence for products displaying either a Natural Product Number (NPN) or Homeopathic Medicine Number (DIN-HM) on the product label. These products must be approved by...

The newest episode of the SNI Podcast dives into Food Photography – a topic that often hides in plain sight, yet rarely receives the spotlight it deserves. Kick up your feet and tune-in as our team gives a behind-the-scenes tour of the captivating world of staging, photo-editing, and everything in...

June 21st is National Indigenous People’s Day in Canada Every June, Canadians celebrate National Indigenous History Month, which is an opportunity to honour the heritage, contributions and cultures of First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities across Canada. SNI is located on treaty 1 territory, and we recognize the resilience and...

Recently, SNI had the opportunity to attend the UNFI Canada Innovation Showcase held in Vaughn, Ontario. As a preferred vendor of UNFI Canada, we provide trusted regulatory and strategic consulting, label reviews for any market, and graphic design services to support brand development and expansion. The Innovation Showcase was a...

Our team is growing once again! Mirjana brings over 20 years of combined experience in the areas of health and beauty, client relations, management, and leadership. As Manager of Business Development, Mirjana is passionate about building and developing meaningful relationships. She works hard to assess client needs and facilitates connections...

The Federal Trade Commission in the U.S. recently caught the attention of nearly 700 companies after sending them warning letters (known as penalty offenses) due to unsubstantiated product claims. MOST OF THE COMPANIES ARE: Dietary Supplements, Homeopathic Products, Functional Foods, as well as some Pharmaceuticals What Happens When a Brand...

Coming up June 13-14, 2023 in Vaughn, Ontario, is UNFI Canada’s Innovation Showcase, a can’t miss event for the SNI team! Attendees will be able to walk the trade show floor to discover the best of UNFI Canada’s premium suppliers in the food industry. The event includes 1:1 vendor meetings,...

Food safety is a global concern that affects everyone, regardless of geographical location or social status. Each year, on June 7th, the world comes together to observe World Food Safety Day. This annual event aims to raise awareness about the importance of food safety and highlight the critical role it...

On Saturday, June 3, join the SNI team as we recognize National Health & Fitness Day 2023. Established in 2014, this day aims to promote the importance of physical activity and healthy living among Canadians. As a company rooted in health and wellness, the entire team at SNI is excited...

The newest episode of the SNI Podcast is an exciting one, because we’re joined by long-time client, Cranked Energy! You’ll hear from the food brand’s founder and CEO, Cheryl Zealand, who joined us in studio for a conversation with Leanne Lutomsky, SNI’s Director of Client Optimization. It’s a fun one...

Being in the health and wellness sector, you are likely aware of the role of clinical trials. To show the product works as promised, to substantiate a label claim, to test its effectiveness in a new population. But one of the biggest, often overlooked benefits of clinical trials is to...

Every year on May 20th, we recognize Clinical Trials Day, spearheaded by the Association for Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). On this day, we acknowledge the critical role of clinical research in improving the lives of patients through groundbreaking research. This year’s theme is “Together We Can” – a sentiment that...