20 Aug 2026
SNI Presentation: Selling Red-Light Therapy Devices in Canada

SNI Presentation: Selling Red-Light Therapy Devices in Canada

Canadian Medical Device Regulations, Medical 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…
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23 Jul 2026
How Long Does It Take to Get a Natural Product Number (NPN) in Canada?  

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

Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP Regulations, , , , , , , ,
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…
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14 Jul 2026
Industry Insight: June 2026 Update: Health Canada Provides Updates on Human Drug Submission Workload Management

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

Canadian Drug Regulations, , , , , , , ,
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…
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30 Jun 2026
Industry Insight: June 2026 Update: Health Canada Discusses the Future of NHP Regulation

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

Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP Regulations, , , , ,
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…
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02 Jun 2026
Health Canada Melatonin Update: Pediatric Use to Become Prescription-Only 

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

Drugs, , , , , , , ,
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…
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21 May 2026
How to Comply with Energy Drink Regulations in Canada 

How to Comply with Energy Drink Regulations in Canada 

Food and Beverage, , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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. …
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19 May 2026
Health Canada’s New NHP Labelling Proposal Update: What Stakeholder Should Know

Health Canada’s New NHP Labelling Proposal Update: What Stakeholder Should Know

Natural Health Products (NHPs), , , , , , , ,
Health Canada’s Updated NHP Labelling Proposal: What Industry Should Know About Flexibility, Digital Labelling, and the New Transition Timeline  In the recent Natural Health Product Licensing Bulletin No. 10, published on May 11, 2026, Health Canada has confirmed that the current compliance date for the 2022 amendments to the natural health product (NHP) labelling requirements remains June 21, 2028.…
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07 Apr 2026
March 2026: Health Canada Updates 11 NHP Monographs 

March 2026: Health Canada Updates 11 NHP Monographs 

Natural Health Products (NHPs), , , , , , , ,
Health Canada has published 11 updated natural health product (NHP) monographs effective March 27, 2026, continuing its modernization of the monograph framework under the Natural Health Products Regulations.  The latest publication includes updates to the monographs for cayenne (oral), cayenne (topical), cranberry, dried cranberry juice, devil’s claw, European pennyroyal, horseradish, Roman chamomile, stinging nettle,…
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31 Mar 2026
Health Canada Transitions NHP Site Licence Submissions from ePost Connect to LiquidFiles: What Companies Need to Do Now

Health Canada Transitions NHP Site Licence Submissions from ePost Connect to LiquidFiles: What Companies Need to Do Now

Natural Health Products (NHPs), , , , ,
On March 30, 2026, Health Canada has introduced an important operational change for Natural Health Product (NHP) site licence submissions. Through Natural Health Products Site Licensing and Good Manufacturing Practices Inspection Bulletin No. 11, the Health Product Compliance Directorate confirmed that it is transitioning away from ePost Connect and moving…
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25 Mar 2026
Webinar Recap: Health Canada GMP (GUI-0158 v4.0) Update for NHPs

Webinar Recap: Health Canada GMP (GUI-0158 v4.0) Update for NHPs

Natural Health Products (NHPs), , , , ,
In our recent webinar, our team provided a detailed overview of Health Canada’s updated Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Guide for Natural Health Products (GUI-0158 v4.0) and the practical implications for companies operating in the Canadian market. The session focused on how the revised guidance reshapes expectations for quality systems, importer accountability, and end-to-end supply chain…
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