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Controlled Substances Regulations: Guide by Canadian Lawyer
The Upcoming Controlled Substances Regulations under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Aact
Controlled Substances Regulations: Guide by Canadian Lawyer
The Upcoming Controlled Substances Regulations under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Aact Canada’s new Controlled Substances Regulations (CSR) under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act are set to come into force on October 1, 2026. These regulations aim to consolidate and modernize the existing framework governing controlled substances, replacing several older sets of rules. The...
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