Canada: Food and Drugs Law

The Government of Alberta has reportedly become the first jurisdiction in Canada to use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the initial drafting of the Alberta Whisky Act (the “Whisky Act”). The Whisky Act, which came into effect on May 21, 2026, establishes new standards and definitions for what qualifies as “Alberta Whisky”, including requirements relating to production standards, ingredients, and processes. According to the province, AI was used as part of the drafting process, with government officials and legislative counsel retaining responsibility for review, revision, and all levels of approval.

Santé Canada a lancé un nouveau portail de recherche des essais cliniques et publié une ligne directrice mise à jour sur l'enregistrement et la divulgation des résultats.

As functional food health claims spread faster than scientific validation can keep pace, Canadian food companies face mounting regulatory and reputational risks. This analysis examines how Canada's food regulatory framework attempts to balance consumer protection with market innovation, while exploring whether current approval pathways can match the accelerating demands of the functional foods marketplace.