Health & Safety

Attention Alberta retailers, businesses and residents: Rural crime in Alberta is a pressing issue for businesses and residents in the province. In response, the Alberta Government has committed $4.3 ...Learn More

Attention retailers who sell bear spray: On July 3, 2024, Edmonton City Council approved changes to regulate the sale of Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Sales (Bear Spray) (item 8.1). The City is now impl...Learn More

Attention all retailers navigating food packaging regulations: Health Canada is revamping its voluntary food packaging evaluation program, aiming for a mandatory chemical safety program by March 2027....Learn More

Attention all Nova Scotia employers: Starting August 1, 2024, Nova Scotia’s updated workplace first aid requirements will take effect. These changes aim to modernize practices by setting new m...Learn More

Attention legal counsels: The Province of British Columbia has filed a class action proceeding in British Columbia Supreme Court to target manufacturers of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substanc...Learn More

Attention retailers selling tobacco products in B.C: On June 17, the Ministry of Finance announced a comprehensive review of the Tobacco Tax Act. Two consultation papers have been released: one add...Learn More

Attention retailers selling nicotine replacement products: Health Canada plans new regulations for Nicotine Replacement Therapies to reduce youth access and appeal. Currently regulated under the Food...Learn More

Join us for a special webinar hosted by Alberta Occupational Health and Safety’s Prevention Services branch designed to highlight how you can improve safety and earn WCB rebates. During this session...Learn More

Attention retailers with food products: A final reminder that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is seeking your feedback on the open consultation on the Safe Food for Canadians Act. This ...Learn More

Attention retailers managing supply chain logistics. On May 9, 2024 , Federal Labour Minister’s Seamus O’Regan referred concerns to the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) about the health ...Learn More