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May is Celiac Awareness Month in Canada, a time to raise awareness and educate others about celiac disease. Learn more about the disease and how food manufacturers can do their part. Celiac Disease: A Disease, Not a Fad Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the consumption of gluten...

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...

When it comes to foods, creating compliant labels might seem straightforward on first glance. You read the regulations, follow the recommendations, and design your labels – only to be flagged or even recalled by CFIA (the Canadian Food Inspection Agency – the authority that polices food safety and compliance). But...

In the newest episode of the SNI Podcast, our longest-serving employee, Marcel Fisette (Director of Creative Services) sits down with SNI’s newest hire, Erin Taraborrelli (Director of Regulatory Affairs) for an enlightening chat! You won’t want to miss this one. Listen in to learn: How Marcel went from working out...

Did you know that 1 in every 5 Canadian experiences a mental health issue? Whether or not you or someone you know falls into this group, the fact remains that all people are affected by mental health. That’s why universal mental healthcare is so important and needed. That is the...

If you’re involved in the natural health product industry, whether on the regulatory, academic, or development side, don’t miss this year’s Natural Health Product Research Society of Canada’s (NHPRS) annual conference! The 2023 event will be held in person from June 19-22 in Montreal. Attendees will get to hear from...

Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the beginning of the modern environmental movement in 1970. While we celebrate our planet every day of the year, springtime really motivates new goals to take actions that can make a BIG difference! Ecosystems support all life on Earth....

April 7th marks World Health Day, an annual event spearheaded by World Health Organization (WHO) that reinforces the importance of health and well-being. This year’s theme is “#HealthForAll,” where we look back at public health successes and today’s opportunities. According to WHO, to make health for all a reality, we...

Our team is growing once again! SNI is excited to welcome Erin Taraborrelli to the team as Director of Regulatory Affairs. Erin brings more than 20 years of U.S. regulatory experience in dietary supplements and foods and wealth of expertise across different areas of regulatory affairs. This addition to SNI’s...

Our team was delighted to gather with fellow Canadian brands at the Canada Business Builder’s Breakfast last week, hosted by Canada Organic Trade Association in Anaheim. Not only was it a chance for Canadian brands to come together and network, but many useful trends and insights were shared on success...

The annual spring trade show season wouldn’t be complete without a visit to CHFA NOW in Vancouver, March 30th to April 2nd! This highly anticipated event is a must-attend for anyone in the natural health and organic products industry. Naturally, our CEO and President, Bernie Desgagnés will be making the...

Missing the energy and excitement of Natural Products Expo West already? If so, you’re in good company! Our team had a fantastic time exploring new products and brands from 3000+ exhibitors in Anaheim earlier this month. In attendance were Stuart Greenfield (Director of Business Development), Leanne Lutomsky (Director of Client Optimization), and...

Despite sharing a border, Canada and the U.S. have completely separate (and quite different!) regulations for products like foods and dietary supplements. And while you might know us for our Canadian services thanks to our robust client base, we want to remind you that SNI is here to support your...

Struggling to make sense of food label regulations for the U.S. market? Need more specifics on how to comply as a food brand? In this webinar, you will learn an overview of U.S. food labelling requirements, including what the regulations are, what is mandatory on U.S. food labels, how to...

As a food manufacturer or distributor, your top goal is to connect your high-quality products with as many customers as possible. But given the exceptional challenges in today’s global market, there are countless hurdles that need to be overcome. Read on to learn how to mitigate risk and get to...

March is Nutrition Month in Canada, an annual initiative spearheaded by the Dietitians of Canada to address our population’s nutritional needs and challenges. The theme this year is Unlocking the Potential of Food: Find a Dietitian. The aim is to not just educate individuals about nutrition but actively provide ways...

Today, March 8th marks International Women’s Day (IWD) 2023 It is the global celebration of women’s and girls’ achievements, whether social, economic, cultural, or political. The theme of this year’s IWD is “Every Woman Counts.” The aim is to remember that all women have a place in every aspect of...

When we think of clinical trials in the natural health space, finished product brands often come to mind. But for ingredient suppliers, the data resulting from clinical research can be a powerful and under-utilized tool to differentiate and expand your market reach. In today’s competitive environment, it’s no longer enough...

The countdown is on! Expo West 2023 is in just a few weeks, and team is delighted to be heading to Anaheim. A lot will the going on at the show (see our list of Expo West trends to watch here), but most of all we want to meet up...