Canada’s Only Compilation of Federal Food and Drug Laws

 

Food and drug legislation is a critical part of Canada’s national regulatory framework. Consumers of foods, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics look to this system to ensure that regulated products meet all health and safety standards. Thousands of professionals have a responsibility to interpret and apply the statutes and regulations in this extremely complex area of law.

 

Canadian Food and Drug Legislation meets the research and reference needs of this growing group. This unique compilation includes the most up-to-date Food and Drugs Act and all related federal statutes and regulations. A detailed index further simplifies your research.

 

The commentary, prepared by Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, which has one of Canada’s largest food and drugs practices, explains the legal framework and recent developments, and gives an overview of each part and division of the key legislation as follows:

• Food and Drugs Act and all regulations under the Act
• Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act and Regulations
• Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Regulations
• Canada Agricultural Products Act and Regulations

Features and Benefits

• Chart form summaries of key elements of legislation — help you navigate the highly complex legislation and understand the technical terminology
• Appendix on references links — direct you to extensive supplementary materials needed in daily practice, including organizations, agencies, and government web sites
• Full text of key legislation — have all pertinent legislation at your fingertips

An Essential Reference Tool For

• Biotech, pharmaceutical, and health lawyers who advise on all aspects of compliance with food and drug statutes and regulations
• Regulatory affairs consultants who assist manufacturers in regulated industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, as well as natural health products, food additives, and cosmetics, with submission processes, guidelines, and requirements
• Corporate counsel and regulatory affairs personnel at food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and cosmetics companies who must ensure that product development, manufacturing, and marketing practices meet or exceed government requirements