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Writer's pictureMelissa Crawford

Protect Your Rights for Natural Health Products in Canada - We Have a Chance!



I recenlty reveived this email from the Natural Heatlh Product Protection Association that has been working hard to educate the public about how our government is trying to make changes to the Natural Health Industry and these are not positive for Canadians. The NHPPA is also working with politicians who are working to stop these changes!


Even if you signed one of their petitions in the past year, please do it again because this is a new one and the timing of this petition coincides with the next steps in this process, so it's just as important as the first one! And the first petition helped us get to this point where there is hope!


Thank you for reading and making a difference! :)


With love and gratitude,

Melissa


This is their email below and a link to sign a petition:


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What's New With Bill C-368?


With fall here, and Parliament about to resume, we’re ramping up our efforts to ensure Bill C-368 continues to progress through the parliamentary process.

This Bill, introduced by MP Blaine Calkins, aims to protect the natural health industry in Canada by repealing the burdensome regulations introduced by Bill C-47, Canada's 2023 Budget Bill.


You might remember that Bill C-368 successfully passed second reading in the House of Commons on May 29th.


This fall, Bill C-368 will be studied by the Standing Committee on Health, where industry stakeholders will have their say, in-depth examinations will be conducted, and witnesses will be called to testify on the merit and importance of the bill.


Need a Recap?

Watch our 2-minute summary video to understand why this legislation is so important for the future of natural health products in Canada.


We've Registered a New E-Petition to Gather Support for Bill C-368!

You might recall that we asked you to sign an e-petition supporting Bill C-368 during the spring, which might lead you to question...


Why do we need a new petition?


  1. Drafted By NHPPA: ​


    The previous petition was, no doubt, helpful and beneficial, and we appreciate everyone who took part in that initiative this spring.


    This new petition has been carefully crafted by NHPPA to ensure that the language aligns with our mission to protect the natural health industry, encompassing as many stakeholder viewpoints as possible—from retailers to manufacturers, and practitioners to citizens.


  2. Strategic Timing: ​


    E-petitions in Canada can only be presented in the House of Commons once they’ve closed. This means that the timing of when a petition is registered and closed is critical. We’ve strategically registered this petition to ensure it will close before Parliament recesses for the winter break, giving the petition maximum impact when Bill C-368 is under consideration this fall.


  3. Maximum Impact:​


    An e-petition not only amplifies the voices of concerned citizens but also keeps the issue front and center as it moves through the legislative process. When a petition is tabled while a bill is under study by the Standing Committee on Health, it can influence committee discussions by showing tangible public concern and engagement. With Bill C-368 on the committee table, our new petition can serve as a critical tool in swaying decision-makers toward a more favourable outcome for the natural health industry.


Get involved and support Bill C-368.


Join Us For Our Campaign Update Call!

This is your final reminder to register for our September Campaign Update happening TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 11th at 7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT!

This session is packed with crucial updates, including:


  • Summer Campaign Recap: We’ll discuss the successes of our Charter of Health Freedom campaign and what’s next.

  • Why Another E-Petition? We’ll dive into our strategy for supporting Bill C-368 with a new e-petition and what it means for our campaign.

  • Bill C-69 Update: Hear from Shawn Buckley about the latest developments and their impact on your health rights.

  • New French Website: Learn about our latest initiative to reach more Canadians.


As always, we'll also be answering your questions!


Make sure you’re part of the conversation.


Help us help you! If NHPPA’s work to protect your natural health product and practice freedom is important to you, please make a one time or monthly donation. Significant funding is needed over the next year to finance our campaigns.


NHPPA Team​Natural Health Product Protection Association | nhppa.org​​

Dedicated to protecting Canadians' access to natural health products.

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