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02 Sep 2026

How Are Prebiotic Beverages Regulated in Canada?

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageCanadian food regulations, corn masa flour, folic acid fortification, food fortification, food labelling, food regulatory compliance, fortified foods, health canada, infant formula, Interim Marketing Authorizations, plant-based beverages, vitamin A

Prebiotic products are becoming a familiar part of the Canadian market, appearing in everything from sparkling beverages and functional waters to powders, gummies, and capsules. Many contain ingredients such as inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), galactooligosaccharides (GOS), resistant dextrin, and other fermentable or non-digestible carbohydrates. As these products become more varied, the regulatory pathway can become less obvious. For…

31 Aug 2026

Canada Updates Caffeinated Beverage Rules

Canadian Food Regulations, Supplemented Foodsbeverage formulation, beverage labelling, caffeinated beverages, caffeine regulations, Canadian food regulations, health canada, supplemental ingredients, Supplemented Food Facts table, supplemented foods

Health Canada has modified the List of Permitted Supplemental Ingredients to allow certain caffeinated supplemented beverages to contain up to 30% fruit and/or vegetable juice, purée, pulp or nectar. The change took effect on August 13, 2026, and expands formulation flexibility for eligible beverage manufacturers. However, restrictions on how these products may be represented and labelled remain in place. Source:…

27 Aug 2026

Health Canada Updates Natural Health Product (NHP) Labelling Terms

Canadian Drug Regulations, Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP Regulationscanadian regulations, health canada, interchangeable terms, natural health products, NHP claims, NHP Labelling, non-prescription drugs, product label compliance

Health Canada has expanded the labelling flexibility available to natural health products (NHPs) and certain non-prescription drugs through an updated List of Interchangeable Terms. Announced in Natural Health Product Licensing Bulletin No. 12 on August 20, 2026, the update allows companies to use clearer or more consumer-friendly language without necessarily changing the meaning…

24 Aug 2026

Health Canada Updates Food Fortification Policy: What Changed in August 2026

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageCanadian food regulations, corn masa flour, folic acid fortification, food fortification, food labelling, food regulatory compliance, fortified foods, health canada, infant formula, Interim Marketing Authorizations, plant-based beverages, vitamin A

Policy revised August 2026 On August 20, 2026, Health Canada has revised its Interim Policy on the Use of Expired Interim Marketing Authorizations Related to Food Fortification, introducing two changes that may affect the formulation and Canadian market strategy of certain fortified foods. The August 2026 update: extends the existing corn meal fortification framework to corn masa…

20 Aug 2026

SNI Presentation: Selling Red-Light Therapy Devices in Canada

Canadian Medical Device Regulations, Medical DevicesCanadian Medical Device Regulations, Class II Medical Device, Device Classification, FDA Clearance, health canada, LED Light Therapy, MDEL, MDSAP, Medical Device Licence, Red Light Therapy Devices

Red-light therapy devices have become increasingly popular across the beauty, wellness, and dermatology markets. From LED face masks to handheld light therapy tools, these products are often positioned as non-invasive solutions for skin appearance, acne-prone skin, inflammation, and signs of aging.However, in Canada, the way a red-light therapy device is…

23 Jul 2026

How Long Does It Take to Get a Natural Product Number (NPN) in Canada?

Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP RegulationsClass III NPN, health canada, Natural Product Number, NHP licensing, NHP Regulations, NPN application, PLA submission, Regulatory Strategy, Site Licence

Obtaining a Natural Product Number (NPN) in Canada typically takes approximately 60 calendar days for Class I applications, 90 calendar days for Class II applications, and 270 or more calendar days for Class III applications. Due to current review backlogs, companies submitting Class III applications should plan for timelines closer…

14 Jul 2026

Industry Insight: June 2026 Update: Health Canada Provides Updates on Human Drug Submission Workload Management

Canadian Drug RegulationsCanadian pharmaceuticals, drug submissions, health canada, Health Canada Updates, market access, pharmaceutical regulations, regulatory modernization, Regulatory Strategy, submission backlog

As of June 2026, Health Canada is advancing workload management measures intended to address human drug submission backlogs, improve review predictability, and support more transparent communication with sponsors. These measures include enhanced communication protocols, expanded reliance approaches, HTA alignment, and operational review efficiencies, while maintaining Health Canada’s review standards for…

30 Jun 2026

Industry Insight: June 2026 Update: Health Canada Discusses the Future of NHP Regulation

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At the Pharmaceutical Sciences Group’s (PSG) 9th Annual Day with Health Canada Tuesday June 23, 2026, Karolina Zarichna from Source Nutraceutical, Inc. (SNI) attended discussions on the evolving direction of Canada’s Natural Health Product (NHP) regulatory framework. Health Canada highlighted a continued shift toward a more risk-based and proportionate approach to NHP…

02 Jun 2026

Health Canada Melatonin Update: Pediatric Use to Become Prescription-Only

DrugsFood and Drug Regulations, health canada, Melatonin, natural health products, NHP compliance, Pediatric Melatonin, Pediatric Sleep Products, Prescription Drug List, regulatory affairs Canada

Health Canada has announced an amendment to the human use section of the Prescription Drug List for “melatonin or its salts.” Effective June 2, 2026, melatonin products sold for sleep-related use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age will be classified as prescription drugs under the Food and Drug…

21 May 2026

How to Comply with Energy Drink Regulations in Canada

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Energy drinks have become one of the most visible beverage categories in Canada, driven by new flavours, functional positioning, and growing consumer demand for products associated with energy, focus, and performance. Yet despite strong consumer demand, many brands enter the market without a regulatory and commercialization strategy designed for long-term success. …