FDA Issues Revised Guidance on Preventative Controls for Human Food
The FDA issued draft guidance for industry on hazard analysis and risk-based preventive controls for human food. Details here.
Import Licence Requirement for Manufactured Foods and Common Errors
Some common licensing errors have been identified by CFIA that importers should be aware of. Additionally, a reminder that manufactured food imports will require a valid SFC licence after February 12, 2024 to avoid rejection at the border.
Bill S-211 – Forced Labour in Canadian Supply Chains
The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (Bill S-211) came into force today. Here's what you need to know.
EU Extends Suspension of Tariffs on U.S. Goods
The European Union has extended until March 31, 2025 the suspension of its rebalancing tariffs on US products in the context of the steel and aluminium dispute.
Reminder: Importers of Manufactured Foods Require a Licence
The CFIA will activate the automatic verification of Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licences for imports of manufactured foods on February 12, 2024. Food import transactions will be automatically rejected unless a valid SFC licence is declared. Details here.
Forced Labour Key Findings from Legislative Consultations Shared
Key takeaways are now available from the full-day stakeholder engagement session concerning new supply chain due diligence legislation that is expected to be introduced by the Canadian government in 2024. Details here.
FDA Delays Cosmetics Registration by 6 Months
The (FDA) announced a 6-month delay of the facility registration and product listing requirements under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). Details here.
GHY Leads the Way – Becoming a Member of CIFFA
We mark a significant milestone for our organization, as we join forces with CIFFA, a forward-thinking association that not only listens to its members but also fervently advocates for their needs and concerns. Read up on our announcement here.
New Safety Rules for Handling Dangerous Goods in Canada
The Government of Canada recently announced the launch of new registration requirements and a new Client Identification Database to reduce risks associated with dangerous goods. Read up on the details, and find out if your goods are affected.
Webinar Recording: Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE)
The Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE), conducted a webinar this month to detail CORE’s purpose, mandate and in particular to provide details about its procedures for reviewing complaints and current cases. Watch it here.
