Vice President of Partnerships & Associate Publisher of CNHR ellen.wheeler@alive.com
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-wheeler-5b256718 alive Publishing Group
Business Service
For 50 years, Alive Publishing Group has been Canada’s recognized leader in health and wellness. Today, the APG brand is synonymous with natural health and wellness, editorial integrity, and the empowerment of those we touch to make healthy, natural, and sustainable lifestyle choices internationally.
Monika Haefele
Manager QA & RA mhaefele@bioforce.ca Bioforce Canada Inc.
Brand
Daniel Dereser
President & CEO Boiron Canada Inc. ddereser@boiron.ca
LINKEDIN https://ca.linkedin.com/in/danieldereser BOIRON CANADA INC.
Brand
Boiron Canada: proud to serve Canadians with passion and commitment for over 35 years. “Heal with respect: a commitment inscribed in our DNA. Boiron Laboratories have set themselves the mission of contributing to a more human approach to medicine, more respectful and sustainable. Every day, we strive to offer patients and professionals a wide range of effective, reliable, and useful health solutions, so that everyone can better care for their health, in accordance with their lives. Respect for the patient and for nature is at the heart of our concerns.
Johanne Dupuis Ebadi
Regulatory Affairs
jdupuisebadi@boiron.ca
LINKEDIN https://ca.linkedin.com/in/johanne-dupuis-ebadi-hd-39382444 BOIRON CANADA INC.
Brand
Boiron Canada: proud to serve Canadians with passion and commitment for over 35 years. “Heal with respect: a commitment inscribed in our DNA. Boiron Laboratories have set themselves the mission of contributing to a more human approach to medicine, more respectful and sustainable. Every day, we strive to offer patients and professionals a wide range of effective, reliable, and useful health solutions, so that everyone can better care for their health, in accordance with their lives. Respect for the patient and for nature is at the heart of our concerns.
Bruce Singer
CEO brucesinger@canadacfos.com Canada CFOs
Business Service
My-Lien Bosch
Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs Manager mbosch@canada-organic.ca
LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com/in/my-lien-bosch
Canada Organic Trade Association
Business Service
The Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA) is the member-based organization representing organic agriculture and food in Canada. Our members include growers, processors, certifiers, distributors, retailers, and others across the organic value chain.
Cosmetics Alliance Canada is the leading Canadian trade association representing the cosmetics and personal care products industry. We act as the voice of the industry with government and media, representing our members on a wide range of issues and interests.
Since 1980, Dell Tech has been a leading provider of expert testing and consulting services (Foods, Drugs, NHPs, Cosmetics, Medical Devices, Biocides, Chemical Cleaners), helping companies achieve North American regulatory compliance. With over 100 years of combined experience, our team specializes in customized solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
Amandine Gakima
Senior Advisor
agakima@edc.ca EDC
Business Service
Gerry Harrington
Senior Vice President gerry.harrington@fhcp.ca Food, Health and Consumer Products of Canada
Business Service
Roberta Kramchynsky
Vice President, Health Products and Regulatory Affairs roberta.kramchynsky@fhcp.ca Food, Health and Consumer Products of Canada
Business Service
Len Monheit
Executive Director len@itcstrategy.com Global Prebiotic Association
Angela Hawkins Senior Director, Public Affairs aylanah.whitten@gs1ca.org GS1 Canada
Business Service
Chris Schutz Director of Operations chris.schutz@healthfirst.ca Health First
Retailer
Ottawa Regulatory Forum 2025
Davide Viola
President & CEO
davide.viola@healthfirst.ca
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/davide-viola Health First Network
Linda Baladze Manager, Member Engagement lbaladze@healthsteward.ca
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindabaladze Health Products Stewardship Association
Business Service
The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) is a private, non-profit organization, established by industry associations to represent producers of pharmaceutical products and medical sharps. It is recognized by provincial governments that have enacted regulations to hold these producers accountable for the disposal of the products they market.
Jimmy Vaid
President jvaid@ilevelmanagement.ca
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-vaid-9445a123 iLevel Management Inc.
Business Service
iLevel Management is a Canadian sales brokerage specializing in natural and organic CPG brands. We drive growth through strategic retail execution across Canada and are actively exploring international markets for future expansion.
Diana Canale Regulatory Affairs Director diana.canale@loblaw.ca Loblaw Companies Ltd.
Laura Najera Head of Regulatory Americas lauranajera@metagenics.com Metagenics, LLC
Brand
NHP
Lara Tiro Co-host / Co-founder lara@rebelcpg.com
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/laratiro Munching on Molecules
Business Service
We spark curiosity and explore the intersection of culinary, food science, food technology, and entrepreneurship through engaging conversations with chefs, scientists, founders, and innovators shaping the present and future of our food.
Retailer
Retailer
manufacturer in the states that also has a site license in Canada.
Ottawa Regulatory Forum 2025
Christine Farkas Co-host / Co-founder christine@ihfc.ca
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-farkas-rse-crc-4013591b Munching on Molecules
Business Service
We spark curiosity and explore the intersection of culinary, food science, food technology, and entrepreneurship through engaging conversations with chefs, scientists, founders, and innovators shaping the present and future of our food.
My business is developing go to market strategy and growth strategy for new and developing companies in the Natural Products Industry.
Adam Barnard
CFO
Adam.Barnard@naturesemporium.com
Nature’s Emporium Limited Partnership
Retailer
The team at Nature’s Emporium is passionate about real, natural, and organic foods, as well as vitamins, supplements, whole body care, and home care. We operate 6 retail stores in the Greater Toronto Area.
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-braguinets-99240119 Nestle Health Science
Brand
Katrina Zub
Assistant Director of Regulatory Affairs zubk@newrootsherbal.com
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-zub
New Roots Herbal
Brand
New Roots Herbal® is a Canadian industry leader in innovative, evidence-based natural health products. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and independent onsite ISO 17025–accredited laboratory ensure unmatched quality, identity, and potency. Backed by naturopathic doctors and scientists, we combine the power of nature and science to deliver best-in-class supplements.
Phytothera inc. is a consulting firm that can provide R&D documents to support formulation, regulatory or marketing needs related to NHPs as well as to generate evidence-based and decision tools for better health science. Our team of experienced scientists combine significant expertise in ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacology and public health related to NHPs.
Sean Larry
Director of Sales and Business Development
sean@northpacksolutions.com NorthPack Solutions
Business Service
Jennifer Walker
Vice President of Sales and Marketing jwalker@prairienaturals.ca
Prairie Naturals, a family-owned Canadian brand, offers premium supplements, hair, and body care products. Committed to quality, sustainability, and wellness, its brands include ReCleanse™, CulturedCare, and 4EverFit. With science-backed formulas, Prairie Naturals ensures purity, potency, and eco-consciousness, avoiding harmful additives for a healthier lifestyle. “Live the Healthy Life.”
Andrea Benson
Country Leader/President andrea.benson@puresource.ca
With over 3,400 natural & organic wellness products to choose from, we deliver full service solutions to support brands to grow their business in Canada. Puresource is proud to be your dedicated Canadian partner in the natural products channel.
Jenn Slattery
National Sales Manager jenn.slattery@puresource.ca
With over 3,400 natural & organic wellness products to choose from, we deliver full service solutions to support brands to grow their business in Canada. Puresource is proud to be your dedicated Canadian partner in the natural products channel.
Evon Ho
Director of Regulatory Affairs evonhowellness@gmail.com
Ottawa Regulatory Forum 2025
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/evonho Saje Natural Wellness Inc. / Evon Ho Wellness
Saje Natural Wellness is a Canadian-based wellness brand offering 100% natural, plant-based products including essential oil blends, body care, and home wellness solutions. Committed to environmental sustainability and holistic living, Saje provides clean, cruelty-free alternatives designed to support physical and emotional well-being through aromatherapy and natural remedies.
Dr. Terry Vanderheyden
R&D, Regulatory & Medical Consultant terry@stfrancisherbfarm.com
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-terry-vanderheyden-119b263a St. Francis Herb Farm
Brand
St. Francis Herb Farm crafts and distributes herbal based natural health products to keep Canadians healthy through herbs.
Paul Rivett-Carnac President and CEO paul@stfrancisherbfarm.com
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-rivett-carnac-1294b677 St. Francis Herb Farm
Brand
St. Francis Herb Farm crafts and distributes herbal based natural health products to keep Canadians healthy through herbs.
