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MP Introduces Private Members Bill That Could Enhance Access to Psychedelic Medicine under Special Access Program
Legislative Framework for Psychedelic Medicine Under the Special Access Program Understanding the Special Access Program's Role The Special Access Program (SAP), administered by Health Canada, is the primary existing mechanism through which Canadian physicians can request access to drugs not yet approved for sale in Canada. This program is designed for medical emergencies or situations...
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How To Register With Payments Canada, Who is Eligible, What Are the Benefits, And What Are the Costs? Defining Payments Canada Registration Registering with Payments Canada is a formal process that signifies a financial institution or payment service provider's adherence to the rules and standards governing payment systems in Canada. It's not just a bureaucratic...
Read The Rest...How To Start a Peptides Company in Canada
Legal Risks and Regulatory Framework for Peptide Businesses in Canada Businesses considering entering the peptide industry in Canada should understand that peptides — particularly injectable peptides intended for human use — are highly regulated under Canadian law. Many peptides marketed online for bodybuilding, anti-aging, hormone optimization, weight loss, or performance enhancement may be considered prescription...
Read The Rest...Get DMT Legal Exemption For Daime Tea on Religious Grounds in Canada
Learn About DMT and its Legal Status in Canada In Canada, the substance N,N-Dimethyltryptamine, commonly known as DMT, is classified as a controlled substance under the federal Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). This classification means that most activities involving DMT, including its possession, production, and distribution, are illegal unless specifically authorized by the Minister...
Read The Rest...Health Canada Signals Major Potential Reforms to Canada’s Industrial Hemp Regulations
On May 15, 2026, Health Canada published a Notice of Intent in the Canada Gazette, Part I, launching a public consultation on potential amendments to the Industrial Hemp Regulations (“IHR”). The consultation signals that the federal government may be preparing to significantly modernize and streamline Canada’s industrial hemp regulatory framework. The proposed direction appears aimed...
Read The Rest...How To Fix an Outdated and Deficient Corporate Minute Book
A corporate minute book is one of the most important legal records maintained by a corporation in Canada. Unfortunately, many businesses discover that their corporate records are incomplete, outdated, or missing critical documents only when facing financing, investment, regulatory review, litigation, or the sale of the business. An outdated or deficient minute book can create...
Read The Rest...Cannabis Compliance Services Canada
Regulatory Compliance Services for Cannabis Businesses Across Canada Substance Law provides cannabis compliance services to licensed producers, processors, distributors, retailers, investors, and cannabis brands operating across Canada. We assist businesses in navigating the complex regulatory framework governing cannabis production, processing, distribution, marketing, retail sales, and ongoing operational compliance. Cannabis businesses in Canada operate in one...
Read The Rest...How to File an ATIP Request with the Canadian Government
Get Information From the Federal Government of Canada Under the Access to Information Act If you are looking to obtain records from the Canadian government, filing an ATIP request may allow you to access documents, correspondence, reports, emails, and other government-held information. ATIP stands for Access to Information and Privacy. Through Canada’s federal access to...
Read The Rest...Ontario Allows AGCO-Authorized Cannabis Stores to Open at 7AM Instead of 9AM
The Shift in Cannabis Store Hours: What You Need to Know Why the Change? Understanding the AGCO's Decision The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has authorized a significant adjustment to the operating hours for licensed cannabis retail stores. Effective May 1, 2026, these establishments are now permitted to open their doors as early...
Read The Rest...Rectifying Resolutions in Canadian Corporations: When and How To Use Them
How To Rectify Problems With a Company's Corporate Records Identifying Deficiencies in Corporate Records It's not uncommon for the internal records of a Canadian corporation to develop gaps or inaccuracies over time. This can happen for a variety of reasons, from simple oversight to more complex changes in ownership or directorship that weren't formally documented....
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