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COVID-19 expands health industry to all sectors

WEBIn a year defined by unpredictability and constant change, the COVID-19 global pandemic has pushed health regulatory matters to the forefront of all sectors and …

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Avoid a Hidden Liability: Your U.S. Cafeteria Plan Needs a …

WEB2 Why the New Regulations are So Important First comprehensive new guidance since the 1980’s Affect most welfare benefit plans, including almost all medical plans Can operate …

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COVID-19 vaccination exemptions (Ontario): Key considerations …

WEBAuthor(s): Paula Trattner, Aislinn E. Reid, Emilie Dillon, Amanda Arella Sep 28, 2021. The Chief Medical Officer of Health’s August 17, 2021 directive (Directive #6 …

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Health Law in Canada

WEBThe Canada Health Act is the federal legislation that provides the foundation for the Canadian health care system. The Act is administered by Health Canada, the federal …

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Classes of cannabis in Canada: Final Regulations

WEB*Cannabis oil as a separate category will be removed October 17, 2020, to be included under extracts. Objectives. The overarching objective of the Amending …

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Employee benefits in Canada: Retirement benefit plans

WEBFor CPP, the employer and employee each contribute 4.95% of earnings per year, for a total of $2,593.80 per year for each of them. Under the QPP, the employer …

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The first steps taken at the Canadian pharmaceutical patent dance

WEBThe amendments also introduced new rules relating to scheduling, document production, confidentiality, and the scope of damages. As the first cases to be litigated …

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Ontario amends Bill 74, The People’s Health Care Act, 2019

WEBAuthor(s): Michael Watts, Susan Newell, Marty Putyra Apr 11, 2019. On April 10, 2019, Bill 74, The People’s Health Care Act, 2019 was reported by the Standing …

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Felix Health Inc.

WEBFelix Health Inc. is a patient-driven digital healthcare company empowering people to take control of their health and well-being. Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP advised Felix …

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Employer benefits in Canada: Health and welfare benefits overview

WEBWhile there is no legislative requirement to do so, many employers offer supplemental private health insurance to their employees to help cover some of the expenses that are …

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Pharmaceutical patent protection: Canada interpreting more …

WEBFeb 24, 2021. For nearly 30 years, pharmaceutical patent policy in Canada has been designed to strike a balance between rewarding pharmaceutical innovation and enabling …

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Health Industry Law Firm Osler Lawyers in Toronto and across …

WEBOsler is the only firm in Canada to offer a corporate health practice in addition to specialized health industry regulatory and litigation expertise. We have represented …

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Ontario introduces Bill 74: The People’s Health Care Act

WEBThe Ontario government introduced Bill 74: The People’s Health Care Act, 2019 (the Bill) [1] on February 26, 2019. The Bill will create the legislative framework for …

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Vaping products promotion regulations in Canada: Proposed …

WEBOntario: As of January 1, 2020, Ontario has banned the promotion of vaping products in convenience stores and gas stations. Promotion of vaping products will …

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IVC Nutrition Corporation

WEBOn September 30, 2021, IVC Nutrition Corporation (IVC) completed its acquisition of Vita Health Products Inc. (Vita Health). This strategic partnership will enable the scale, …

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Canadian animal health market update 2022: A growing and …

WEBThe global animal health market is expected to continue to grow in the coming year. One market research company expects a compound annual growth rate of …

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Construction project owners potentially liable as ‘employers’ under

WEBA recent split decision of the Supreme Court of Canada carries significant implications for construction project owners. As a result of the split decision, a 2021 …

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Canadian Animal Health Market Update: Companion animals are …

WEBGrand View Research estimates that the global companion animal healthcare market will surpass $37 billion USD by 2028 given the rise in pet adoptions, …

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Regulation of ‘forever chemicals’ (PFAS) in Canada

WEBIn addition to the above-noted measures under CEPA, on May 19, 2023, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a notice to industry of its Intent to engage on …

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