There would have to be consultations between people in the industry, members of your committee and experts to determine what an appropriate fine would be, without compliance creating an additional risk for businesses. We live in a world where, in Canada, natural health product companies that comply with laws and regulations are at risk. In fact, the department can decide tomorrow that they're no longer compliant, and then they will be subject to a $5‑million fine. So it would be a matter of discussing them to see what measures would be appropriate. It could be a fine, but it should not put a company out of business.
On October 31st, 2024. See this statement in context.