The mandate of the PMPRB is twofold: first is a regulatory role, and then there is a reporting role. From a regulatory perspective, it is one of the many other tools and policies that are being used by the Government of Canada to bring down the cost of drugs and to increase accessibility. From an informational reporting perspective, the PMPRB also informs Canadians as to the types of prices we are facing in Canada.
On April 27th, 2023. See this statement in context.