{"id":25515,"date":"2024-05-24T16:38:47","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T16:38:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aqtn.ca\/questions\/?p=25515"},"modified":"2025-09-03T10:11:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T10:11:26","slug":"nhppa-successful-debate-bill-c-368","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aqtn.ca\/questions\/association-quebec-aqtn-other-posts\/nhppa-successful-debate-bill-c-368\/","title":{"rendered":"D\u00e9bat r\u00e9ussi pour le projet de loi C-368 (Produits de sant\u00e9 naturelle)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Debate Over Bill C-368 Continued:
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Successful Debate for Bill C-368<\/h1>\n
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Bill C-368 could significantly impact Canada’s natural health product industry and our ability to access to these products.<\/p>\n

In the latest video produced by NHPPA, they delve into the ongoing debate over natural health product regulations. On May 22, the House of Commons resumed the second reading of Bill C-368, aiming to amend the Food and Drugs Act by repealing sections 500-504 of Bill C-47.<\/p>\n

These sections controversially moved natural health products into the same regulatory category as pharmaceutical drugs, a shift that is likely to negatively impact the industry.<\/p>\n

Catch the highlights of the debate in this 5-minute video that explores key moments from Bill C-368’s second reading.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Natural Health Products In The Spotlight:
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On May 22, 2024, the House of Commons reconvened to continue the second reading of Bill C-368, aimed at amending the Food and Drugs Act concerning natural health products (NHPs). The hour-long debate featured passionate speeches from members of all major political parties.<\/p>\n

The Bloc Qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois, represented by MP Caroline Desbiens, and the NDP, represented by MP Alistair MacGregor, both voiced strong support<\/strong>, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation that preserves consumer access. Conversely, as expected, Liberal MPs defended the current stringent oversight under Vanessa\u2019s Law to “protect” Canadians.<\/p>\n

Conservative MPs Blaine Calkins and Michelle Ferreri framed the debate as an issue of consumer health freedom<\/strong> and criticized the government for overreaching regulatory measures that could potentially stifle small businesses and harm the health of Canadians.<\/p>\n

\u200bWith the vote for Bill C-368 scheduled for May 29, 2024, there\u2019s still time to engage your MP on this critical issue. Click through to read the full article and learn more.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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There’s Less Than One Week Left Before Bill C-368 Goes To Vote.
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Previous communications from NHPPA noted that Bill C-368 would go to vote on May 22nd, but the vote won’t actually conclude until May 29th! So, with less than one week left until the crucial vote on Bill C-368, your action is just as important as ever. This is a pivotal moment for our cause, and we need your voice to ensure a positive outcome.<\/p>\n

Here’s how you can help:<\/strong>
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