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In this Issue:
- Cannabis in Cosmetics!?
- The Trade File continues ...
- Reg Workshop Date Change
- Watch-Out: Microbeads Enforcement
- Sharks in the Beauty Industry
- ICCR-13 Special Report
- New Membership Directory
- CA "Out & About"...
- Exec Briefing Kicks-off Fall Season
and more...
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"Charting a Course" for the Use of Cannabis in Cosmetics
Large Attendance at CA Member Strategy Session
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The legalization of cannabis in Canada has created an exciting dialogue about the potential opportunity for growth and innovation in the health & wellness and beauty sectors.
Health Canada recently undertook a preliminary consultation on the “Potential Market for Cannabis Health Products” which is intended to identify the interest in and potential scope of “Cannabis Health Products” (or CHPs) in Canada. To gage member interest and inform our submission, Cosmetics Alliance hosted a Cannabis Member Briefing & Strategy Planning Session ...
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The New NAFTA: Still Waiting For Ratification
There has been little progress on this front over the summer as all three governments have yet to formally ratify the agreement in their respective legislatures. In Canada, the Trudeau government did introduce the ratification legislation (Bill C-100) in late May ...
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BREXIT: Continued Uncertainty for Industry
There is no news to report that will provide any greater certainty to industry as we approach the deadline of October 31
st for the British withdrawal from the European Union. Although the U.K. Parliament has recently passed legislation ...
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D
avid MacNaughton steps down as Canada's Ambassador to U.S.
David MacNaughton, who helped see Canada through the difficult NAFTA renegotiations, has stepped down ...
Dominica Barton named Canada's New Ambassador to China
Prime Minister Trudeau has appointed economic advisor Dominic Barton as Canada's new ambassador to China ...
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Federal Election Forces Change in Date for Fall Regulatory Workshop
Event Moved to Dec 12
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in Ottawa
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After consultations with Federal Officials, Cosmetics Alliance (CA) moved back the date of our Annual Fall Regulatory Workshop to December 12th. The new date will provide sufficient time to accommodate any changes to the Government, including Ministerial appointments, or policy matters that may come out of the October 21th general election. The previous date for the workshop (October 23st) is only two days after the federal election so it would have been highly impractical for government presenters to prepare relevant updates on the initiatives important to our industry.
The Chateau Laurier was able to accommodate moving our event to December 12th. We ask all CA members to adjust their schedules and travel arrangements, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
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Cosmetics Alliance Export Certificates Program
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CA Members Create Task Force on Talc
Interested Companies Can Still Join
Cosmetics Alliance convened its inaugural Science Task Force (STF) on Talc Epidemiology. The STF is tasked with guiding, monitoring and coordinating the supplemental epidemiology scientific papers that have been commissioned to address some of the uncertainties in the underlying epidemiological findings by Health Canada as published in the Draft Screening Assessment Report (DSAR) of talc ...
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Microbead Enforcement - Are You Prepared?
Inspectors Now Checking for Compliance
On August 22, 2019, Cosmetics Alliance issued a
Notice
to members outlining some recent enforcement activity being pursued by Environment and Climate Change Canada with respect to the
Microbeads in Toiletries Regulations ...
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CA Kicks Off Fall Season with Exec Briefing in Montreal
Members Learn About Cutting Edge Opportunities to Optimize Their Supply Chain
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Cosmetics Alliance kicked off our fall season of
Executive Briefings
on Thursday, September 8
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in Montreal with CA member - KD Services. Our host, Olivier Vaillancourt, provided a thought provoking presentation on the development of the modern supply chain and the cutting edge opportunities for optimization. KD Services – who specialize in packaging, fulfillment and supply chain management - provided a tour of their 150K sq. ft. Montreal facility ...
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Montreal
Executive Briefing & Networking Events
Date: October 29th
Time: 4:30 - 9:00 pm
Presenter:
Veeva
Location: PME-West Island Offices
Holiday Rendez-vous
Date: December 10th
Time: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: The Forest & Stream Club, Dorval
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Toronto
Executive Briefing & Networking Events
Date:
October 3 2019
Time:
4:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: LHH Knightbridge 250 Yonge Street, Suite 2800
Date:
November 14, 2019
Time:
2
:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Fairmont Royal York Hotel
Holiday Rendez-vous
Date: December 17th
Time: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Culinaria Restaurant Mississauga
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KD Services Olivier Vaillancourt takes questions during his presentation to CA members on emerging opportunities for your business in supply chain management at the CA Executive Briefing & Networking Event in Montreal on September 12
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CA Board Member Linda Tibbits (Pierre Fab) listens intently to Olivier Vaillancourt’s presentation on emerging supply chain opportunities.
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As part of CA Networking Event, CA Members toured the 150 K sq. ft. facility in Montreal. KD Services is a CA Members and hosted our first Networking Event of the fall season in Montreal.
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CA members discuss several of the finer points of product fulfillment during the facilities tour.
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Stewardship Ontario receives Minister's direction to begin Blue Box transition
The Ontario Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has provided Stewardship Ontario with a letter directing it to begin planning to transition the Blue Box Program to full producer responsibility in which industry will be responsible for both the funding and operation of residential recycling in the province of Ontario ...
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CA Members Active Participants in ICCR-13 in Montreal
Hosted by Cosmetics Alliance and Health Canada, the International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (or "ICCR"), held its 13
th
annual session in Montreal, this past July. ICCR is an initiative of regulators from around the world and works to align the regulation of cosmetics on an international basis. CA was delighted to co-host the many cosmetic regulators and industry participants from around the world, and CA members were able to take full advantage of havi
ng the event on "home turf".
All of our Technical Committee Chairs were able to join the official CA delegation at the ICCR meeting while many members participated in the innovative Self-Care Symposium.
CA board members also enjoyed hosting our international guests at the official
Industry/Regulator Joint
Dinner.
A big thanks to our many valued members for all of your help and participation in making ICCR-13 a great success.
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ndustry delegates were busy throughout the week preparing for their session with ICCR Regulators, as well as discussing the outcomes and next steps.
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Canadian industry delegation (L to R): Francois Roberge (L'Oreal), Philloza Suleman (Johnson & Johnson), Beta Montemayor (CA), John Coyne (Unilever), Darren Praznik (CA), Kathleen Ljubisic (Estee Lauder), Fabio Franchina (Framesi Spa).
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Francois Roberge (L'Oreal and CA Board Member) shares his perspectives regarding the benefits of Health Canada's Self-Care Products Framework.
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Lorinda Loftonbrook (Estee Lauder), Ken Marenus (ICMAD), and Kathleen Ljubisic (Estee Lauder) debrief after ICCR Joint Working Groups presentations.
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Luc Simard (Groupe Marcelle and CA Board Member)
raised the issue of "regulatory culture" and the need for all branches of Health Canada to grow into this new approach to regulation at the Self-Care Symposium in Montreal
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Manon Pilon (Derme & Co.)
speaks to the importance of the Framework in creating a regulatory environment that encourages and supports innovation
at the Self-Care Symposium in Montreal
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CA Members Advancing Protection of Endangered Species
Campaign Gaining International Attention and Praise
Earlier this summer, Brian and Sandra Stewart of the Rob Stewart Sharkwater Foundation, and owners of long standing member company Tribute Entertainment Media Group, presented to the ICCR Steering Committee, Government, Industry and other stakeholders at ICCR-13 in Montreal in July. The Stewarts provided an overview of the amazing work of their late son Rob Stewart (1979-2017), an award-winning biologist, photographer, conservationist, author and filmmaker, to save sharks that are on the brink of extinction ...
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Brian and Sandra Stewart of the Sharkwater Foundation present at ICMAD's Indie Beauty Innovators Awards event in Las Vegas in July.
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Brian and Sandra Stewart receive a standing ovation at
2019 Indie Beauty Innovators Awards in Las Vegas.
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Rob Stewart (1979-2017), an award-winning conservationist, author and filmmaker, worked fearlessly to save endangered sharks which are critical to the sustainability of our planet.
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The Stewarts share a compelling overview at ICCR-13 of the plight of endangered sharks and the critical role of industry and governments to stop the use of shark liver derived ingredients in cosmetics.
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Mirror Ball 2019
You Have to Hurry, Tickets are selling Fast!
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the 28
th
annual Mirror Ball in support of Look Good Feel Better on Friday, November 8. LGFB would like to thank this year's incredible Mirror Ball Committee, led by Shiseido's Louanne McGrory and HBC's Catherine Kelly. It is sure to be another spectacular year. Join your colleagues at one of the top events of the season. There are only 8 tables left, so don’t miss out! You can have a lasting impact on the thousands of women facing cancer who need your support this year.
To see the opportunities available, view Partnership Package
here
. To discuss opportunities tailored to fit your needs, contact Dota Bidzios at
[email protected]
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Support LGFB at Bubbles & Brunch!
CA Sponsors Bubbles & Brunch
Be prepared to be transported back in time with an immersive experience where you will mingle, drink, play, and experience the best of a glamorous bygone era - all while supporting the women we love. Join Look Good Feel Better on Sept 22nd for Bubbles & Brunch: Speakeasy! Our exclusive corporate ticket bundles are a great way to bring your team together while showcasing your support of LGFB. Grab your co-workers and join us in raising glasses - and funds - for a beautiful cause, while helping women and teens with cancer feel like themselves again.
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CA Launches "Exploratory Program"
For Potential New Members Not Yet Doing Business in Canada
Cosmetics Alliance has created a membership initiative for new cosmetic and personal care companies (start-ups) with no significant sales in Canada. Participation in the Exploratory Program is $650.00 CDN plus applicable taxes for a term of 12 months from the date of acceptance. Should the applicant decide to apply for our full regular membership during this period, the remaining portion of the Exploratory Program fee will be applied to any regular membership fee.
The "Exploratory Program" offers access to CA services and benefits to help any new company in Canada become familiar with the Canadian market, regulations and standards, as well as be access our many associate members who can supply them with various products and services.
We are happy to welcome our first member in the Exploratory Program - Beauty Nut Inc.
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Understanding "SmartLabel" Canada
What You Need to Know
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The future of labeling is changing rapidly.
Today, consumers are searching for more information about product ingredients and the companies that produce them. At CA, we recognize this growing need for labeling improvements and met with Smart Label initiative leader Jim Flannery to discuss how new label technologies can help our members serve their customers better in these evolving digital times.
SmartLabel is a managed cooperation of Associations across Canada and the United States. Many member companies are already using Smart Label but if you are not,
you should attend our SmartLabel Webinar on September 25th.
(Webinar details can be found further below).
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Cosmetics Magazine Fall Issue is Here!
The 2019 “I Recommend” Beauty Awards issue is here! Check out the 31 must-have products — spanning skincare, makeup, haircare, nailcare and fragrance — that BAs turn to on the daily. Plus, elevated fall trends including a regal take on grunge and sleek disco locks, as well as all the new launches every beauty lover needs to know about!
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Unilever
Paul Hughes has retired from his position as Senior Manager Regulatory Affairs at Member company Unilever Canada.
Paul has always been very active within the association; his 38 years of industry knowledge and engagement, particularly in the PCMA committee, will be greatly missed. Amy Levitt will be replacing Paul and will be working out of Unilever’s New York office.
We look forward to working with Amy and wish Paul all the best!
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Darren Praznik (L) congratulates Paul Hughes on his retirement during a meeting at the CA offices.
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Francois Lafortune has left his position as VP of Marketing for Groupe Marcelle to start his own company called Nexiaa, which will help brands with their international business development. Francois had been with Marcelle for over eight years. The Marcelle team will miss him and wish him great success with this new venture!
Groupe Marcelle welcomes Julie Sanchez as their new VP of Marketing starting immediately. Julie was formerly VP of marketing at Yellow Pages. Welcome to the exciting industry of beauty, Julie!
Shoppers Drug Mart
Gwennaelle (Gwen) Varnier is the new VP Category Management for Shoppers Drug Mart. She comes from Switzerland and replaces Cathy Masson who retired last year. Gwen, welcome to Canada. We look forward to meeting you soon.
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Let us know
of any upcoming staff changes at your company and we will feature them here in our next newsletter!
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2019/2020 Electronic Directory is Here
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Check out our
electronic directory
which has a search function that allows you to easily find company/staff names.
If you haven't already done so, please be sure to check that your listings are up to date. You can update your company contacts and info by
logging in to the CA website
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"Out & About" with Cosmetics Alliance
CA continues with its many outreach activities ....
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Finance Committee Chair Myles Robinson, (left) from Centura Brands and CA's Finance Director Michele Follows working on plans for the 2020 draft budget
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CA's Darren Praznik (Left) with Murányi István (right) from the Hungarian Cosmetic Association who visited CA's offices in Mississauga last week to discuss international collaboration and alignment.
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CA's Darren Praznik was a guest at the U.S. Embassy's fourth of July celebrations in Ottawa.
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Darren Praznik and Marti Pehar with long time veteran political cartoonist Terry Mosher - who draws under the name Asilen at IDEA CITY in Toronto.
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Darren with Media icon Moses Znaimer who operates Zoomer media publication at a reception in Toronto.
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CA's Darren Praznik and Beta Montemayor with Edgewell's Helen Kargas and Sandra Smith at a member briefing at the Edgewell Mississauga office.
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CA’s Darren Praznik (right) with Johnson & Jonhson's Lesia M. Babiak and Rob Oliphant,
MP for Don Valley West,
at the fourth of July celebration at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa.
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CA team meet with new member
Maqsood Khan (center right) from Marmaq Consulting Inc. Welcome to the Association!
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Past Chair Myles Robinson (left) with CA's Darren Praznik (center right) and new CA member Enze Zuberi (right) at Mississauga Board of Trade breakfast. They are joined by former MP Brad Butt (center left)
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CA's Darren Praznik & Amy Sutherland visiting new member Paula Medeiros of Eddies Hang Up Display at their offices in Concord, On.
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CA team meeting providing briefing to new member Enze Zuberi of Forte Labels.
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CA's Darren Praznik (center) and Diane Kozak (left) meet with potential member Vivian Ande from Inter Cosmetiques, a beauty product supplier in Toronto.
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Avaria Health & Beauty
At Avaria Health & Beauty Corp. we’re proud to produce the most technologically advanced, efficacy based, natural health and beauty products available today.
Privately owned and operated by experienced and dedicated medical professionals, Avaria Health & Beauty Corp. formulates and manufactures both branded and private label products in a state of the art manufacturing facility with headquarters in Waterloo and Cambridge.
Read more on their website www.avariahb.com
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Forte Labels & Shrink Sleeves Inc
We are the most modern and the latest providers of shrink sleeves and Label solutions to the Canadian and U.S. market place. Team Forte is eager and consists of some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. Our main U.V. Flexo press is Nilpeter - capable of printing ten colors with two stamping/foils plus silk screen
Read more on their website www.fortelabels.com
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Marmaq Consulting Inc.
Your business is our business. We provide customize services to our clients with wide range of qualification and validation solutions.
We're prepared to help you at any level, from impartial advice or practical assistance to help you make the most of every opportunity.
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Webinar:
The Future of Labelling is Here
Date:
September 25, 2019
Time:
1:00-2:00 pm
Member cost:
FREE
This webinar is designed to help companies understand:
- How SmartLabelling will increase e-commerce sales and how it can reduce inefficiencies and improve user experiences for e-retailers, logistics providers and consumers
- How SmartLabel™ Canada is designed to support the Canadian Drug Facts Table (eCDFT)
- Opportunities it can provide to Reduce Packaging sizes and how the technology is more environmentally sustainable
- Ways it offers consumers hundreds of product attributes, such as nutrition information and ingredients as well as facts that go well beyond the label
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Executive Briefing & Networking Event -
Toronto
Date:
October 3 2019
Time:
4:30 - 7:30 pm
Speaker:
James Smith, Partner
Topic: Transforming Your Organization and Your Career. How to attract the best talent, what you need to know about employer branding, plus tips and tricks with clients like Sephora! Click
here for more info
Location: LHH Knightbridge, 250 Yonge Street, Suite 2800
FREE Parking
: courtesy of LHH Knightsbridge
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Interactive Training Session:
New Natural Health Products Management of Applications Policy
Date:
October 9, 2019
Time:
2:00-3:30 pm
Member cost:
$150
Objectives
- Learn the key important considerations
- Understand the changes you need to plan for
- Recognize how Health Canada develops policy
- Understand the new types of application classifications
- Learn how applications are processed and their outcomes
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COSA 2019
Date:
November 14, 2019
Location:
Royal York Hotel - Toronto
The 2019 Cosmetics Outstanding Service Awards will be the 18th annual celebration of the best service in Canada from our beauty ambassadors across the country.
Buy Your Tickets Today!
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Save the date for
The Fall Regulatory Workshop!
Date:
December 12, 2019
Location
: Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
Cosmetics Alliance Canada’s Regulatory Workshops provides members with the opportunity to stay up-to-date and informed on “everything regulatory”. You will not want to miss this opportunity to hear from government officials and Cosmetics Alliance staff first-hand on issues that will directly affect your business.
Stay Tuned for Registration Details!
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The Canadian Beauty Awards
Part of Cosmetics Alliance Week 2020 in Toronto
Date:
May 7, 2020
Location:
Sheraton Hotel, Toronto
Next year the Beauty Awards will be moving back to Toronto where on Thursday May 7, 2020 we will announce the winners of next year’s awards. They will be held at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Toronto. As well we will be adding a new category to these awards next year. The new “CLEAN BEAUTY” category will be launched next year.
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