Health Canada.
Department of the Canadian Government that oversees public health
- Reports this week
- 6
- Active events
- 5
- Connections
- 228
What's happening
Active this week
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Canadian Blood Services faces union calls for contract termination after Health Canada issued a non-compliance rating.Some support4 reports
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Health Canada approved the new indication for IMCIVREE, a product focused on the North American market, while Jennifer Lee serves as EVP for Rhythm.Some support1 report
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The government is facing pushback as a minister opposes looser nicotine pouch regulations affecting Canadian tobacco products.Some support2 reports
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Health Canada enforces regulatory requirements on products.Some support1 report
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Health Canada regulates the medical cannabis market access and supply.Some support1 report2 developments inside
Earlier this month
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Localized issues in the York/Durham region include planned power outages, fuel shortages, and suspected botulism cases linked to a local clinic.Some support1 report
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Novo Nordisk's Ozempic sales rely on Health Canada approval and utilize Rexall as the primary market for savings card redemption.Some support1 report
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Health Canada is planning a review of the Infoway program, amid leadership changes, including the dismissal of Michael Green and the decline of an audit.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Dean Allison criticized Health Canada regarding its handling of vaccine injuries.Some support1 report
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Knight Therapeutics Inc. is seeking regulatory approval from Health Canada for a drug review.Some support1 report
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Health Canada is evaluating the drug donanemab, which targets beta-amyloid plaques, for early Alzheimer's treatment.Some support1 report
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Multiple government bodies, including Immigration, Health Canada, CRA, and ESDC, are experiencing staffing fluctuations, including losses and gains, over the past two years.Some support4 reports
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Health Canada is listing gene-edited crops, while the FDA reviews and approves these products.Some support1 report
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Health Canada issued warnings regarding products sold in the country.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Health Canada denied authorization for human consumption of a Kratom Active vendor grower base.Some support1 report
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Health Canada and the FDA discussed health standards and cures while attending the amfAR Gala in Venice, where Pamela Anderson was present.Some support1 report
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Health Canada found multiple deficiencies at Grifols sites, leading to a partnership established for collecting plasma for medicine.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Grifols, Canadian Blood Services, and Health Canada are working on a framework for sustainable plasma collection.Some support1 report
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Cochrane findings carry clear implications for Canadian policy, prompting the Canadian Vaping Association to recommend harm reduction messaging to Health Canada.Some support1 report
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Health Canada intercepted shipments entering from the United States.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Health Canada has released estimates regarding the costs associated with air pollution in the Brampton area of Peel.Some support2 reports
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Oversight of life sciences companies in British Columbia is underway, involving Health Canada, the Strategic Response Fund, and investments in the sector.Some support3 reports
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FDA classified a Covidien product recall as Class 2 action, while Health Canada reviewed the related manufacturing site action.Some support1 report
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LSL Pharma, a Canadian integrated pharmaceutical company, acquired Juno OTC Inc. while facing impacts from a Health Canada remediation plan.Some support1 report
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Cannabis Wheaton Income is partnering with producers who are licensed by Health Canada.Some support1 report
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The UN determined that Canada is not contributing fairly to innovation, while Health Canada handles drug approvals and US policy stalls launches.Some support1 report
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A military base in North Bay caused PFAS contamination in drinking water, exceeding Health Canada guidelines.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Novartis received Health Canada approval for its therapy, Vanrafia, on August 14, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Health Canada advises on climate change risks in Canada, while UBC conducts research on heat risks in Canada.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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DIAGNOS Inc. received a Health Canada Medical Device Licence, leveraging Quebec's innovation ecosystem.Some support2 reports
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Women immigrants face barriers utilizing professional skills while seeking career opportunities in Canada.Some support1 report
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Prokedi drug gained formulary listing in Quebec following federal approval by Health Canada on August 10.Some support1 report
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Health Canada addresses air quality issues resulting from wildfires.Some support1 report
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Advice on seeking healthcare clashes with current wage realities in Canada.Some support1 report
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MarketBeat published analyst recommendations for Numinus Wellness, Inc., a healthcare company operating with Health Canada licensed research facilities.Some support1 report
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A new treatment option is gaining expert commentary and organization input regarding its approval process by Health Canada.Some support1 report
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Apek products are being sold in both the Canadian and US markets, and Health Canada is involved in regulating their safety standards.Some support1 report
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AGCO authorized a retail store in Belleville, and its products are regulated by Health Canada.Some support2 reports
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Health Canada approval is required for coverage, influenced by test approvals granted by the U.K., as reported by Global News.Some support1 report
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New Age Brands Inc operates under the government licensing framework established by Health Canada.Some support3 reports
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Delays are affecting manufacturers' supply chains, with IQVIA publishing a white paper on the issue.Some support1 report
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ALK-Abelló received approval from Health Canada and launched its product neffy in the Canadian market.Some support1 report
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Moderna is advancing an advanced vaccine candidate through a strategic collaboration with CEPI, requiring Health Canada authorization.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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President of Koning speaks about regulatory milestones as Health Canada and TGA evaluate international medical device standards.Some support1 report
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Dexcom launched its Flex sensor in the market and is currently seeking international regulatory clearance for the product.Some support1 report
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Health Canada is setting new standards enforced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for businesses operating in Montreal.Some support1 report
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Picard Medical Inc. achieved dual regulatory approval from Health Canada and the FDA for a new heart device.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Health Canada granted a license for a CMV assay involving Meridian Bioscience.Some support1 report
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A Health Canada study was published in JAMA analyzing findings from visits in Alberta, involving a neurologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto.Some support2 reports
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Charles Lynde authorized a CTA for Thykamine clinical trials in Markham, involving Health Canada and Devonian Health Group Inc.Some support1 report
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Dollarama, Health Canada, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency jointly issued notices regarding product safety issues.Some support1 report
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A couple moved from Australia to Nepean, with luggage relocated and the city following Health Canada guidelines.Some support1 report
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Health Canada issued product recall notices for market safety, affecting sales in the U.S.Some support2 reports
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Health Canada, Saari, and Ontario were noted in relation to a Canada Research Chair position.Some support1 report
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Health Canada collaborated on the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) on July 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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ER doctors and federal/territorial officials in Yellowknife advise residents to minimize exposure due to health concerns.Some support3 reports
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A national warning was issued on June 6th regarding current weather patterns, strong warm signals, and the summer forecast across various regions of Canada.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dexcom G7 receives Health Canada authorization and integrates with Apple Watch for data viewing.Some support1 report
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Health Canada approved OPUVIZ for market access in Canada, alongside a license agreement for the drug.Some support1 report
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Health Canada is investigating food safety standards and market practices in collaboration with Consumer Reports.Some support2 reports
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Around Health Canada this week
News at the entities that move Health Canada most-
Government of Canada StructuralThe Government of Canada has announced an investment in the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) specifically dedicated to concussion research.Moves Health Canada
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House of Commons StructuralFrance is leading the G7 summit in Europe, with Brazil attending, while Bill C-34 addresses AI regulation in Canada and Europe.Moves Health Canada
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FDA OperationalGeneric medicine services are seeking approval for launch from the FDA.Moves Health Canada
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U.K. StructuralUK police are currently investigating plots targeting Iran.Moves Health Canada
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cabinet StructuralThe Cabinet cleared a 3% Dearness Allowance hike for employees, citing rising inflation.Moves Health Canada
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Justin Trudeau StructuralGovernment officials criticized senior military leadership and the Trudeau government faced scrutiny over leadership failures.Moves Health Canada
Connections
The 40 strongest of 228, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Marjorie Michel Structural
Marjorie Michel serves as the Federal Health Minister, executing the regulatory functions of Health Canada.
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Government of Canada Structural
Health Canada functions as a mandated department of the Government of Canada, executing public health policy and receiving governmental funding.
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Novartis Transactional
Health Canada granted Novartis regulatory approval for the drug Vanrafia, establishing a formal dependency.
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AbbVie Structural
Health Canada formally regulates and approves products and operations of AbbVie.
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Apotex Structural
Apotex's manufacturing and sales of generic drugs are subject to the formal oversight and approval of Health Canada.
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Grifols Structural
Health Canada exercises formal regulatory oversight over Grifols, issuing non-compliance notices and suspending operations.
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Montreal Structural
Health Canada exercises regulatory oversight over businesses that are based and operate within the geographical area of Montreal.
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Belleville Structural
Health Canada imposes regulatory standards on products, such as cannabis, within the jurisdiction of Belleville.
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House of Commons Structural
The House of Commons passes legislation (Bill C-30) that grants specific regulatory authority to Health Canada regarding pesticide bans.
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency Structural
Health Canada and CFIA share a broad mandate, with Health Canada setting standards that CFIA is responsible for enforcing.
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Cronos Group Inc Structural
Cronos Group Inc operates under Health Canada's ACMPR regulations.
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Merck Structural
Health Canada regulates and approves Merck's pharmaceutical products, enabling their market access in Canada.
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Eli Lilly and Company Transactional
Health Canada authorized the use of Mounjaro®, a product developed by Eli Lilly and Company.
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Atrium Structural
Health Canada issued the necessary No Objection Letter allowing Atrium to conduct operations and trials in Canada.
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Costco Transactional
Health Canada, as the product safety regulator, issued official recall notices specifically targeting products sold by Costco.
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Moderna Structural
Health Canada acts as the required regulatory body, providing authorization necessary for Moderna to conduct clinical studies in Canada.
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Alexandre Bergeron Structural
Alexandre Bergeron serves as the press secretary for Health Canada.
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Novo Nordisk Structural
Health Canada serves as the required national regulatory body whose approval dictates market access for Novo Nordisk products in Canada.
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FDA Operational
Both bodies function as peer regulatory agencies, setting and overseeing health standards for drug approvals in their respective regions.
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ALK-Abelló Structural
Health Canada grants regulatory approval to ALK-Abelló, establishing a formal regulatory dependency for market access.
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Alberta Structural
Health Canada operates within the regulatory framework of Alberta, requiring provincial context for operational approvals and facing influence from provincial policy.
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Alimentation Couche-Tard Structural
Health Canada establishes and enforces regulations that govern the sale, marketing, and product standards for companies like Alimentation Couche-Tard.
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Cochrane Structural
Cochrane's scientific findings provide clear implications for Canadian health policy regulated by Health Canada.
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U.K. Structural
Canadian health policy is influenced by approval standards and processes established in the U.K.
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Titan Structural
Health Canada holds the regulatory authority that controls the market entry and operational status of Titan's drone sales.
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Rhythm Transactional
Health Canada formally approved the company Rhythm's product, IMCIVREE, for a new indication.
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Dexcom Structural
Health Canada authorizes and regulates Dexcom's medical devices, establishing a formal dependency for market access.
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corporation Structural
Health Canada regulates the corporation through licensing and remediation plans, directly impacting its profitability.
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Meridian Bioscience Structural
Health Canada granted the necessary license for Meridian Bioscience's CMV assay product, establishing a regulatory dependency.
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Apeks Structural
Health Canada regulates Apeks' product safety standards.
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Courtney Howard Structural
Courtney Howard's professional function is subject to the oversight and recommendations of Health Canada.
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Calgary Structural
Health Canada applies national public health standards and oversight to the area of Calgary.
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Canada Health Infoway Structural
Health Canada is conducting a planning review of Canada Health Infoway, which receives full funding from the federal government.
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Red Bull Structural
Health Canada is imposing caffeine limits on drinks, directly impacting Red Bull's product composition and market operations.
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cabinet Structural
Bill C-30 grants the Cabinet the power to override the decisions made by Health Canada.
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Covidien Structural
Health Canada exercises formal regulatory oversight over Covidien's manufacturing site operations.
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Ontario Structural
Health Canada sets national standards and drug approvals that directly influence Ontario's public healthcare funding and operational timelines.
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Northwest Territories Structural
Health Canada approval is a required prerequisite for coverage matters concerning the Northwest Territories.
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Jane Weyallon Armstrong Operational
A's professional findings are relied upon by B to inform concerns regarding lead exposure.
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Justin Trudeau Structural
Health Canada operates under the regulatory and policy direction of the government led by Justin Trudeau.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
13 events- Health Canada approved the new indication for IMCIVREE, a product focused on the North American market, while Jennifer Lee serves as EVP for Rhythm.
- The government is facing pushback as a minister opposes looser nicotine pouch regulations affecting Canadian tobacco products.
- Health Canada enforces regulatory requirements on products.
- Localized issues in the York/Durham region include planned power outages, fuel shortages, and suspected botulism cases linked to a local clinic.
- Novo Nordisk's Ozempic sales rely on Health Canada approval and utilize Rexall as the primary market for savings card redemption.
- Dean Allison criticized Health Canada regarding its handling of vaccine injuries.
- Knight Therapeutics Inc. is seeking regulatory approval from Health Canada for a drug review.
- Health Canada is evaluating the drug donanemab, which targets beta-amyloid plaques, for early Alzheimer's treatment.
- Multiple government bodies, including Immigration, Health Canada, CRA, and ESDC, are experiencing staffing fluctuations, including losses and gains, over the past two years.
- Health Canada is listing gene-edited crops, while the FDA reviews and approves these products.
- Health Canada denied authorization for human consumption of a Kratom Active vendor grower base.
- Health Canada and the FDA discussed health standards and cures while attending the amfAR Gala in Venice, where Pamela Anderson was present.
- Grifols, Canadian Blood Services, and Health Canada are working on a framework for sustainable plasma collection.
August 2026
24 events- Canadian Blood Services faces union calls for contract termination after Health Canada issued a non-compliance rating.
- Cochrane findings carry clear implications for Canadian policy, prompting the Canadian Vaping Association to recommend harm reduction messaging to Health Canada.
- Health Canada intercepted shipments entering from the United States.
- Health Canada has released estimates regarding the costs associated with air pollution in the Brampton area of Peel.
- Oversight of life sciences companies in British Columbia is underway, involving Health Canada, the Strategic Response Fund, and investments in the sector.
- FDA classified a Covidien product recall as Class 2 action, while Health Canada reviewed the related manufacturing site action.
- LSL Pharma, a Canadian integrated pharmaceutical company, acquired Juno OTC Inc. while facing impacts from a Health Canada remediation plan.
- Cannabis Wheaton Income is partnering with producers who are licensed by Health Canada.
- The UN determined that Canada is not contributing fairly to innovation, while Health Canada handles drug approvals and US policy stalls launches.
- Novartis received Health Canada approval for its therapy, Vanrafia, on August 14, 2026.
- Women immigrants face barriers utilizing professional skills while seeking career opportunities in Canada.
- Prokedi drug gained formulary listing in Quebec following federal approval by Health Canada on August 10.
- Health Canada addresses air quality issues resulting from wildfires.
- Advice on seeking healthcare clashes with current wage realities in Canada.
- MarketBeat published analyst recommendations for Numinus Wellness, Inc., a healthcare company operating with Health Canada licensed research facilities.
- A new treatment option is gaining expert commentary and organization input regarding its approval process by Health Canada.
- Apek products are being sold in both the Canadian and US markets, and Health Canada is involved in regulating their safety standards.
- AGCO authorized a retail store in Belleville, and its products are regulated by Health Canada.
- Health Canada approval is required for coverage, influenced by test approvals granted by the U.K., as reported by Global News.
- New Age Brands Inc operates under the government licensing framework established by Health Canada.
- Delays are affecting manufacturers' supply chains, with IQVIA publishing a white paper on the issue.
- ALK-Abelló received approval from Health Canada and launched its product neffy in the Canadian market.
- Moderna is advancing an advanced vaccine candidate through a strategic collaboration with CEPI, requiring Health Canada authorization.
- President of Koning speaks about regulatory milestones as Health Canada and TGA evaluate international medical device standards.
July 2026
18 events- Health Canada regulates the medical cannabis market access and supply.
- Health Canada is planning a review of the Infoway program, amid leadership changes, including the dismissal of Michael Green and the decline of an audit.
- A military base in North Bay caused PFAS contamination in drinking water, exceeding Health Canada guidelines.
- DIAGNOS Inc. received a Health Canada Medical Device Licence, leveraging Quebec's innovation ecosystem.
- Dexcom launched its Flex sensor in the market and is currently seeking international regulatory clearance for the product.
- Health Canada is setting new standards enforced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for businesses operating in Montreal.
- Health Canada granted a license for a CMV assay involving Meridian Bioscience.
- A Health Canada study was published in JAMA analyzing findings from visits in Alberta, involving a neurologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto.
- Charles Lynde authorized a CTA for Thykamine clinical trials in Markham, involving Health Canada and Devonian Health Group Inc.
- Dollarama, Health Canada, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency jointly issued notices regarding product safety issues.
- A couple moved from Australia to Nepean, with luggage relocated and the city following Health Canada guidelines.
- Health Canada issued product recall notices for market safety, affecting sales in the U.S.
- Health Canada, Saari, and Ontario were noted in relation to a Canada Research Chair position.
- Health Canada collaborated on the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) on July 17, 2026.
- ER doctors and federal/territorial officials in Yellowknife advise residents to minimize exposure due to health concerns.
- Dexcom G7 receives Health Canada authorization and integrates with Apple Watch for data viewing.
- Health Canada approved OPUVIZ for market access in Canada, alongside a license agreement for the drug.
- Health Canada is investigating food safety standards and market practices in collaboration with Consumer Reports.
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June 2026
5 events- Health Canada issued warnings regarding products sold in the country.
- Health Canada found multiple deficiencies at Grifols sites, leading to a partnership established for collecting plasma for medicine.
- Health Canada advises on climate change risks in Canada, while UBC conducts research on heat risks in Canada.
- Picard Medical Inc. achieved dual regulatory approval from Health Canada and the FDA for a new heart device.
- A national warning was issued on June 6th regarding current weather patterns, strong warm signals, and the summer forecast across various regions of Canada.