Earlier, Puresource announced that it has been selected to manage the distribution, sales, and marketing of the Bio-Strath brand in Canada. As part of the agreement, Puresource will be the exclusive Canadian distributor for Bio-Strath.  

In a bid to sow the seeds of environmental consciousness among Canadian children and their families, the Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation has initiated a seed preservation program to promote seed biodiversity and ecological seed production, and to keep seeds in the public domain.

Health Canada is introducing new front-of-pack labelling changes that will come into effect in January 2025.

 Gather your clubs and fellow teammates for a day of friendly competition and networking amid the stunning greens of Lionhead Golf Club.

In February, CHFA's Industry Night Out in Calgary brought together nearly 100 retailers, health practitioners, manufacturers, and businesses operating in the natural, organic and wellness (NOW) space.

Melanie Vacquier has been appointed key account manager, supporting health food stores across Canada. And Nicholas Bright has joined Bioforce Canada as key account manager for grocery, drug, and mass accounts.

Betsy Puff has joined the Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation in the role of education program coordinator.

Recently, I was in Langley, BC, to visit a couple of great health food stores. The mini road trip was a little extra special because I was accompanied by my Alive Publishing Group (APG) colleagues: Laura Newton, editor; Tracy Peternell, group content director and editor-in-chief; and Ellen Wheeler, vice president of sales.

The Canada Organic logo on your favourite foods did not appear until June 2009. Until then, producers and farmers did not have a federal standard to indicate how organic their products were. There were no harmonized national guidelines along the organic supply chain, no national criteria for audits, and limited access to international markets.

CNHR talked to Joe D’Addario, Nature’s Emporium co-founder and CEO, about the importance of store lighting. Joe has been in natural health retailing since 1993. During this time, he discovered the role his store’s lighting played: how it highlighted products and set the atmosphere for different parts of the store. In this article, Joe shares some of his thoughts on helping you present your store in a better “light.”

Pura Vida Nutrition Store, located in the heart of Renfrew, Ontario, and owned by Kathy Lofthouse, is a haven for natural health enthusiasts seeking alternatives to the mainstream. One thing that sets Pura Vida apart from other natural health stores is its charming location—nestled within a 150-year-old house, Pura Vida is a nostalgic encounter for most Renfrew residents.

The Health First Network (HFN) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The group—made up of 108 members, representing 147 independent health food stores across Canada—has a great deal to celebrate.

In today's competitive market, consumers are looking for more than products; they are seeking a deeper connection with the brands they support. This trend is particularly prominent in the natural health products industry, where consumers aren’t just hoping—but expecting—companies to have a strong mission and values.

In an era where health consciousness is on the rise, many of us are turning towards natural supplements as an approach and pathway to a holistic life and well-being. However, as we navigate this green wellness wave, it's crucial to consider the broader impact of our choices, particularly on this planet that sustains us.