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What To Do If Your Business Suffers a Data Breach in Canada
Your Obligations After A Data Breach in Canada – PIPEDA, RROSH, and Reporting What Constitutes a Data Breach? In Canada, a data breach, often referred to as a “breach of security safeguards,” occurs when personal information is lost, stolen, or accessed by unauthorized individuals. This can happen in various ways, from a lost laptop containing...
Read The Rest...Ontario’s Healthy Menu Choices Act
Find Out What Restaurants Need to Put Calories On Their Menus and Menuboard Signs The Healthy Menu Choices Act, 2015, is a piece of Ontario legislation that came into effect on January 1, 2017. Its primary purpose is to require certain food service providers to display calorie information for standard food and beverage items. This...
Read The Rest...CRA Brewer’s Licence Guide
The Federal Licence Required For Canadian Beer Manufacturers What is the Excise Act 1985? The Excise Act, 1985 is the primary piece of federal legislation in Canada that governs the taxation and regulation of excise goods, including beer. It sets out the framework for how beer manufacturers must operate, pay taxes, and obtain the necessary permissions from...
Read The Rest...LCBO Product Submission Process
Eligibility Requirements for LCBO Product Call Participation Before a product can be considered for inclusion in the LCBO's diverse portfolio, prospective suppliers must meet specific eligibility criteria. These requirements are designed to ensure that all submissions align with the LCBO's operational standards and legal obligations within Ontario. Understanding these prerequisites is the foundational step for...
Read The Rest...FINTRAC Strengthens AML Oversight After Bill C-12 Passes
Bill C-12: What You Need to Know Key Amendments Introduced by Bill C-12 Bill C-12, also known as the Strengthening Canada's Immigration and Borders Act, brings significant changes to how Canada manages its borders and immigration system. It aims to modernize existing frameworks and provide law enforcement agencies with updated tools to address contemporary threats....
Read The Rest...LCBO Consignment Program
Understanding the LCBO Consignment Program Framework Program Overview and Objectives The LCBO Consignment Program is designed to give Ontarians access to a wider selection of unique products that might not typically be found on regular LCBO store shelves. Essentially, it allows authorized agents to order specific products on behalf of certain suppliers. The LCBO then...
Read The Rest...Natural Health Products Regulations (Canada) Guide
What are Natural Health Products (NHPs) in Canada? In Canada, Natural Health Products, or NHPs, are a specific category of regulated goods that include items like vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, homeopathic preparations, and other similar products. These are not just everyday items; they are treated as a subcategory of drugs under Canadian law. The primary...
Read The Rest...How To Start a Cosmetics Brand in Canada
Guide To Branding, Marketing, Legal and Compliance for Aspiring Canadian Cosmetic Companies Starting a cosmetics brand in Canada means you'll be operating within a specific legal framework. The primary legislation governing cosmetics here is the Food and Drugs Act and its associated Cosmetic Regulations. These laws define what constitutes a cosmetic and set out the requirements for manufacturers...
Read The Rest...Cannabis Regulations under the Cannabis Act (Canada) Guide
The Canadian Federal Framework For Regulating Cannabis Production, Marketing Products and Sales The Cannabis Act is the main piece of legislation in Canada that sets the rules for cannabis. It came into effect in October 2018, changing how cannabis is handled across the country. The law has a few big goals: keeping cannabis away from...
Read The Rest...Food and Drug Regulations (Canada) Guide
Understanding Food and Drug Regulations in Canada The regulatory framework governing food and drugs in Canada is designed to safeguard public health and safety. At its core, this system is established by the Food and Drugs Act, which provides the legislative authority for Health Canada to oversee these products. This Act is then further detailed by...
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