A Major Advancement In Protecting Natural Health Products We are thrilled to announce that Bill C-368 has officially passed Second Reading after receiving a majority vote in the House of Commons on May 29th!! Next step… the Standing Committee on Health. This critical Bill, introduced by MP Blaine Calkins, aims to protect natural health products...Read More
With new developments occurring almost daily, our monthly Campaign Update Zoom calls are your go-to source for the latest and most critical information, directly from Shawn Buckley. In May’s Campaign Update, Mr. Buckley dedicates most of the last hour to a comprehensive analysis of Bill C-69, Canada’s 2024 Budget Bill. He explores the proposed changes, their...Read More
In the 2024 Budget Bill, Health Canada has proposed new powers that everyone needs to be aware of. According to Shawn Buckley, these revisions are “literally unbelievable and unexplainable.” Fortunately, the 2024 Budget Bill is not yet law, giving us a critical window to voice our concerns and push for amendments. We must act now to...Read More
Health Canada is attempting to introduce additional measures that could further harm the natural health industry. To recap, Health Canada made substantial revisions in the 2023 Budget Bill (Bill C-47), reclassifying natural health products—such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, and homeopathic remedies—under the same category as over-the-counter pharmaceuticals. This reclassification has resulted in new fees, fines,...Read More
Bill C-368 could significantly impact Canada’s natural health product industry and your ability to access to these products. In our latest video, we delve into the ongoing debate over natural health product regulations. On May 22, the House of Commons resumed the second reading of Bill C-368, aiming to amend the Food and Drugs Act...Read More
Previous communications from NHPPA noted that Bill C-368 would go to vote on May 22nd, but the vote won’t actually conclude until May 29th!So, with less than one week left until the crucial vote on Bill C-368, your action is just as important as ever. This is a pivotal moment for our cause, and we...Read More
Missed Our May Campaign Update? Watch the Replay Now! Our May Campaign Update call covered critical topics you can’t afford to miss! Here’s a recap of what we covered: Reviewed our campaign activity numbers from April Walked through our new website and the practical new features that will help you stay informed and take action...Read More
On May 22, 2024, the House of Commons reconvened to continue the second reading of Bill C-368, which seeks to amend the Food and Drugs Act concerning natural health products (NHPs). The debate spanned one hour and was marked by passionate speeches from members of the major political parties, reflecting diverse perspectives on the proposed...Read More
