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COVID-19: Disinfectants and Hand Sanitizers

25

Aug

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UncategorizedCOVID-19, Disinfectant, Ethanol, health canada, pandemic, Pharmacopoeia, Sanitizer

COVID-19: Disinfectants and Hand Sanitizers

It is no surprise that disinfectants and hand sanitizers have been in the public eye recently due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although they do not claim to kill viruses, hand sanitizers can help reduce the risk of infection by spread of microorganisms. As a result, Health Canada has introduced new…

Health Canada approval of samples distribution to the general public: OTCDs and NHPs

26

May

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Uncategorizedhealth canada, natural health, natural health products, Over the counter drugs

Health Canada approval of samples distribution to the general public: OTCDs and NHPs

Health Canada has announced that beginning July 1, 2020, industry will be able to distribute, as samples to the general public and a broader category of health care providers, certain over-the-counter drugs (OTC) and natural health products (NHP) as a strategy to encourage their use on a trial basis. This…

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Violations and Risky Recalls

09

Apr

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UncategorizedCGMP, GMP violation, Recalls, Safe Food for Canadians Regulations

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Violations and Risky Recalls

Recently, several dietary supplement products have been recalled because of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) violations. GMP are part of the quality assurance process that ensures products are safe to use and are of quality. We’ve written about the importance of having a traceability program in the past–and it’s still just as crucial to have…

08

Apr

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UncategorizedCanada Regulatory Compliance, cannabis, Cannabis Edibles, Cannabis Regulations, Coronavirus, COVID-19, health canada, medical devices, regulatory

Regulatory Roundup: Spring 2020

2020 not only represents the start of a new decade, but it is definitely proving to be a year to be remembered! The Source Team has conducted a regulatory roundup to help keep our clients connected with all the latest developments in the Canadian health products sector. Read on to…

06

Apr

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UncategorizedCHFA west, Leanne Lutomsky, Trade show, USDA, Vancouver

CHFA West 2020 Recap

CHFA West – A great new experience this year for our Food Regulatory Manager, Leanne Lutomsky, who joined our Business Development Director, Stuart Greenfield. From February 21-24, our team was enjoying the beautiful Vancouver sites and connecting with current and potential clients. The team flew into Vancouver a day before…

06

Apr

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Uncategorizednatural health, natural health products, product trends

Natural Health Product Trends: 2020

If you’ve ever considered creating and selling your own natural health product (or you’re already in the process), you’re more than likely looking for ways to make your product not only stand out, but to make it marketable as well. There has never been a better time to create and…

2020: International Year of Plant Health

20

Mar

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Uncategorizedagriculture, APS, fao, International Year of Plant Health, IPPC, ISC, IYPH TAB, IYPH2020, Phytopathology, plant health

2020: International Year of Plant Health

The United Nations General Assembly declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health (IYPH). The year is a once in a lifetime opportunity to raise global awareness on how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect the environment, and boost economic development. We are all aware…

16

Mar

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UncategorizedCoronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic behaviour, Proactive Health

COVID-19 and Your Health

As the Coronavirus continues to be front and center for most of the world, we are all aware of the growing impact on day to day activities and life. Reports on the run on toilet paper and other commodities are broadcast daily. Nielsen has recognised six specific consumer behaviour patterns…

BULLETIN: Proposed Regulations on Cannabis Edibles

21

Dec

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UncategorizedBulletin, cannabis, Edibles, health canada, regulations

BULLETIN: Proposed Regulations on Cannabis Edibles

Government of Canada: Health Canada is launching public consultations on the strict regulation of additional cannabis products, namely edible cannabis, cannabis extracts and cannabis topicals. The consultation will be open starting December 20, 2018 until February 20, 2019. The purpose of these consultations build on the Government of Canada’s public health…

Source offers food and product photography services

20

Dec

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Uncategorizedfood photography, photography, photography studio, product photography

Source offers food and product photography services

They say a picture is worth a thousand words… and good photography plays a huge role in determining sales! High quality product photos are a driving force of engagement, conversion, value and retention for customers. These photos not only enrich your content, but help you speak to your target audience…