Clinical Trials - SNI Inc.

06 Jan 2026

January 2026: Health Canada Opens Consultation on Draft Guidance for Decentralized Clinical Trials

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In 2025, Health Canada has released a draft guidance on decentralized clinical trials, now opening a public consultation that runs until February 21, 2026. This update represents a key milestone in Canada’s ongoing clinical trials modernization initiative and provides long-awaited regulatory clarity for sponsors and investigators planning decentralized or hybrid…

11 Dec 2025

Clinical Evidence in Skincare: Trial Design, Endpoints, and Regulatory Impact in Canada and the United States

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Skincare is increasingly regulated, evidence-driven, and commercially competitive across both Canada and the United States. As brands push for stronger performance claims, broader market access, and greater scientific credibility, human clinical data has become the cornerstone of regulatory defensibility and market differentiation. Skincare clinical trials now sit at the intersection…

28 Oct 2025

Health Canada to Implement ICH E6(R3): What It Means and How to Prepare

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On October 17th, Health Canada has confirmed it will implement the ICH E6(R3) Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guideline, a major international update to the way clinical trials are designed, managed, and documented. The goal is to strengthen participant safety, improve data quality, and modernize how clinical research is conducted in Canada. …

25 Sep 2025

NHP Clinical Trials – Feasibility and Portfolio Assessment

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Clinical trials for natural health products (NHPs) such as vitamins, herbal remedies, and probiotics bring scientific rigour to traditional health claims. In Canada, where consumer protection and evidence-based regulation are priorities, sponsors are beginning to shift away from running isolated trials toward building comprehensive clinical research strategies. This shift reflects…

19 Jun 2025

Advancing Health Innovation Through Clinical Research at the SNI Clinic

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In today’s increasingly competitive and informed health and wellness marketplace, scientific validation is no longer optional - it is a critical component of building consumer trust, meeting regulatory requirements, and ensuring long-term product success. As consumers become more educated and discerning about the health products they use, they demand proof…