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Senate Committee Reviews CEPA Modernization Bill and Adopts Amendments Report on Regulatory Compliance of Imported Manufactured Goods Proposed
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The Senate Committee reviewing the bill to modernize the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (Bill S-5) completed its work last week after hearing presentations from a wide range of stakeholders – including Cosmetic Alliance - and undertaking the ... |
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Environment Canada Undertakes Enforcement Actions
Commonly Used Silicone Polymer Targeted
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Further to CA’s member update issued May 26, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is currently undertaking an “enforcement blitz” with respect to Perfluorononyl Dimethicone - a silicone polymer commonly used in cosmetics to provide a ...
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Quebec’s Bill 96 Passes with Changes to the Trademark Exemption for French
Three-Year Transition Time for Any Required Label Changes
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Further to CA’s update in early May, Quebec’s Bill 96 - An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Québec which modifies The Charter of the French Language in several ways, received assent at the National Assembly on June 1. The amendments ...
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Cosmetics Animal Testing Ban Remains a Government Priority
But Legislative Momentum Slows with Summer
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CA and members of our allied stakeholder group sent the Minister of Health another joint letter on May 19th in which we again conveyed our support of Health Canada’s Draft Proposal for a Cosmetics Animal Testing Ban and to request a meeting with the Minister ...
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Canadian Manufacturing Coalition Convenes
Trade, Environment, Labour Discussed
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CA joined the Canadian Manufacturing Coalition's recent meeting held on June 9. The agenda included updates on economic, trade, environment, and labour issues. The meeting included guest speaker Nancy Healey, Commissioner for Employers for the Canada Employment Insurance Commission, who provided an overview of the Commission’s work on EI reform. |
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Leading NA Business Magazine Showcases CA and Cdn. Cosmetics Industry
CA Makes Case for Doing Business in Canada
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Cosmetics Alliance recently collaborated with Outlook Publishing, a global B2B media organisation which publishes several leading regional business magazines across the globe, to highlight some of the key developments for our industry in Canada, Our efforts ... |
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CA Holds Successful Spring Regulatory Workshop - 115 Attend Important Semi-Annual Event
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On May 17 – 18, 115 participants were guided through essential regulatory updates from Health Canada and had the opportunity to provide input and network with colleagues.
Congratulations to workshop survey winner Deanna Shamsi from GOJO Canada! Our next workshop will be held on November 30th at the Ottawa Conference and Event Center. Stay tuned for details!
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CA's Richard Parcels and Health Canada presenters guide members through essential updates including the Self-Care Framework, Cosmetic Regulation Reforms, interim Relief Measures, and more. |
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CA's Beta Montemayor, V.P. and Director of Regulatory, opens the Spring Regulatory Workshop in appropriate spring fashion! |
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Conspiracy Beliefs Embraced by Millions of Canadians
Insights From Abacus Data’s Nationwide Survey
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Abacus Data recently completed nationwide surveying among 1500 Canadians to understand their trust in institutional sources of information as well as their beliefs in many widespread conspiracy ... READ MORE
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Notice: Credit Card Fees Class Actions
Eligible Merchants Can Now Submit Claims to the Settlement Fund
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CA has been asked to share details with our membership as some of you may be class members and would benefit from information on the claims process.
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New CA Service - Online Remote Notarizations
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For your safety and convenience, CA is now offering online remote notarizations for affidavits in support of applications for Export Certificates.
Our fee for this service is $40 + tax. Just imagine the time (and gas) you will save! The entire process takes only 5 minutes! What you need… photo ID, your printed unsigned affidavit, and access to a computer with audio and video capabilities. For more information contact Deb Kwinter at dkwinter@cosmeticsalliance.ca.
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THE INSIDE SCOOP
NEWS FROM INSIDE OUR INDUSTRY
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The Summer "I Recommend" Awards Issue of Cosmetics Magazine - NOW LIVE!
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The summer issue of Cosmetics magazine focuses on this year’s 'I Recommend' Award winners. Make sure you see all the exciting news in this issue by visiting www.cosmeticsmag.com and click on the magazine link on the home page. Enjoy!
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David Titheridge, General Manager of LVMH Fragrance Brands Canada has left the company to pursue other interests. David was previously a member of CA's Board of Directors and Executive Committee where his many contributions and insights were greatly valued. CA would like to express our sincere appreciation and wish David all the best in his next adventure. He will be missed!
Puig Acquires a Majority Stake in Byredo
Byredo, the Swedish luxury brand founded in Stockholm in 2006, counts on a full range of beauty, home, leather goods and accessories sold in 55 countries in the world’s leading retail points. The partnership with Byredo will reinforce Puig’s high-end luxury positioning with a brand beyond beauty that has redefined luxury and owns a true hearted direct-to-consumer approach.
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TOPBOX LGFB Beauty Kit - GET PAMPERED!
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We have partnered with TOPBOX to create this LIMITED-EDITION beauty box with net proceeds going to Look Good Feel Better. You'll be pampering yourself from head to toe with some of the top beauty brands all while helping women and teens facing cancer feel like themselves again.
This beauty gift is guaranteed to make the recipient smile! Click HERE
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Bubbles & Brunch a Big Success
Thank your Sponsors, Donors, Supporters!
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The Bubbles & Brunch events in Toronto and Calgary were a big success this past May. Thank you to all the sponsors, donors and supporters that gave generously and made the day so memorable. Dee Diaz, LGFB president and CEO said: “It was so special to finally meet in person and celebrate the beauty industry who support the women and teens facing cancer.” We look forward to seeing you all next year! |
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Psychological and Physical Relevance of Cosmetics
Study by Lönneker & Imdahl rheingold salon Shared by German Cosmetics Association
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How important are cosmetic products for people? How important is the variety of products available on the market? And would it not be sufficient to offer only one product per category for everyone? Study results show that there is more behind the use of cosmetics ... |
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Beauty's Best Awards 2022
Product and People Nominations Now Closed
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This year we received over 45 product nominations and over 1,000 people nominations! Judges are now reviewing all product and people nomination and soon the finalists will be chosen. Good luck to all nominees!
Winners will be accepting their awards this year at the live in-person event scheduled for Thursday October 20, 2022 at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. For tickets to this special event please contact Jim Hicks at: jhicks@cosmeticsalliance.ca
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ...
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The 2021/2022 Cosmetics Alliance Directory is Available Online!
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Check out our directory which has tons of new features. Find company info faster and easier than ever before.
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Shark-Free Certification Program
Brands/Companies: We Need Your Support.
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You may recall previous member updates from us regarding our work with the Sharkwater Foundation to develop a “Shark Free” certification program with industry allies. The objective of the initiative is to certify cosmetics and personal care products that are free from shark-derived squalene/squalane and help industry ... |
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Please Sign On – It’s Easy!
And there is NO obligation to use the logo or claim.
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You can still show your support for the initiative by joining even if you do not use squalene/squalane in your products. And if you are now working towards sourcing plant-derived squalene/squalane, we can help get you the resources you need to become shark-free! |
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