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SNI’s head office in Winnipeg, Manitoba is surrounded by innovation and developments in the areas of food and beverage, natural health, biotechnology, and more. We are proud to be located in such a diverse province, full of opportunities. We are able to partner with many great resources such as the...

Here’s the “Deep Dish” from SNI’s PLMA Experience in Chicago The bustling city of Chicago recently played host to the much-anticipated Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) Trade Show, and our own Stuart Greenfield - Director, Business Development and Marcel Fisette - Director, Creative Services were right in the heart of...

Global Prebiotics Week is here, and it is your golden opportunity to dive into the incredible world of prebiotics and their profound impact on your health. This annual event, running from November 6 to 10, is all about raising awareness about the importance of prebiotics and highlighting the vital role...

Nobody wants to feel taken advantage of, and we all generally want to believe that the food we purchase is what it says it is – but is this the case? Food fraud includes many different types of food misrepresentation including mislabeling, adulterating, substituting lower quality ingredients, and making false...

In a recent CBC article, it is reported that the House of Commons committee on Agriculture and Agri-food has put forth a suggestion to eliminate Best Before date labels on food items. This proposal aims to tackle the issue of food waste and its reduction. When consumers see that a food...

Are you ready for another insightful journey through the world of Clinical Research Organizations and innovation? We're back with another engaging episode of The SNI Podcast! Join guest host Dr. Lindsei Sarna, PhD in a fascinating discussion with Krista Coventry, Senior Director of Clinical Affairs and Regulatory Strategy with Source Nutraceutical, Inc. and SNI Clinical...

In this episode of the SNI Podcast, Dr. Lindsei Sarna fills in for Justin as our guest host and is joined by Krista Coventry over zoom to talk about the Clinical Research process and other things that Clinical Research entails. Join Lindsei in a fascinating discussion with Krista on our SNI...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

If you have been involved in the NHP sector in any capacity over the years since the Natural Health Product Regulations came into force (2004), you’re likely aware that all NHPs must be approved by Health Canada before they can be sold legally in Canada. To gain approval, companies must...

This week the SNI team is heading to Toronto for SIAL Canada (May 10-11, 2023). SIAL is the annual food innovation trade show that brings together retailer, food service, and manufacturers with a shared goal of inspiring food business.   Given our deep roots in the food sector over the...