Upcoming Changes to the Cosmetic Notification Form
Straight from the Cosmetics Mailing list: We are writing to inform you about upcoming changes to the Cosmetic Notification form that will be implemented as a result of the coming into force of the Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Concerning the Disclosure of Cosmetic Ingredients: SOR/2024-63 (amended Regulations). Some key highlights of the changes are listed below: Section 2 – Product New field: “Type of product”: As per paragraph 30(2)(c) of the Cosmetic Regulations, notifiers will be required to indicate whether the cosmetic is considered leave-on or rinse-off.The field “Area of Application” must be filled out. You will be required to indicate the area of the body where the product would be applied. Section 3 – Notifier…
Zoom calls with BrokerLink regarding insurance
ATTENTION MEMBERS WITH GROUP INSURANCE! (Excluding Quebec). Don’t forget we have arranged for a call with our representative, Mike Sarnecki, from the insurance broker to have them explain the issues we’ve all been challenged with during this years renewal. This is your chance to let them know your frustrations so they can resolve them & make improvements. DATE: Tuesday, Sept 7th TIMES: 9 am, noon, 3 pm EST Mike wants to acknowledge the challenges and make sure everyone feels included so he has provided 3 time options for you. You only need to choose the one best suited to your schedule. Here are the links: Time: Sep 7, 2021 09:00…
Insurance for Quebec members
ASSURANCE AU QUÉBEC- VOICI ENFIN DE BONNES NOUVELLES! Nous sommes heureuses d’annoncer que nous avons trouvé une police d’assurance pour nos membres du Québec. Le programme est prêt à accueillir ses premiers assurés. Vous présenterez votre demande directement au courtier situé au Québec sans avoir à passer par le site Web de la HBBG. Tous les paiements seront effectués directement auprès du courtier, qui vous remettra votre certificat d’assurance sans passer par la HBBG. Les taux sont offerts exclusivement aux membres de la Guilde, alors vérifiez si votre adhésion est bien en règle avant de présenter votre demande. Contrairement à plusieurs autres assureurs du Québec, il n’y a pas de…
Bulletin mensuel – oct. 2019
(Also available in English) Bienvenue à l’édition d’octobre du Bulletin mensuel de la HBBG. Cette publication a pour but de mettre en lumière nos membres artisans, professionnels et fournisseurs, et de dresser un portrait de l’actualité et des tendances de l’industrie. Il y a toujours place à l’amélioration, alors vos commentaires sont les bienvenus. CONCOURS PHOTO DES MEMBRES Le gagnant du concours photo d’octobre est Hemptation! Donna Mathers s’est jointe à la Guilde en septembre 2017. Dans son studio de Kelowna, en Colombie-Britannique, elle a créé une gamme de produits à l’huile de chanvre : barres shampoings, savons, huiles et beurres corporels, hydratants pour le visage, masques à l’argile, exfoliants…
Bulletin mensuel – sept. 2019
(Also available in English) Bienvenue à votre tout premier bulletin mensuel de la HBBG! Cette publication a pour but de mettre en valeur nos membres et nos fournisseurs et de vous présenter l’actualité et les tendances de l’industrie. Aidez-nous à l’améliorer! N’hésitez pas à nous soumettre vos commentaires et suggestions. CONCOURS PHOTO DES MEMBRES Chaque mois, l’entête du bulletin mettra en vedette un membre de la HBBG. Ce mois-ci, le gagnant est Winward House! Voici le profil de Roberta Moores : Situé à Conception Bay North, à Terre-Neuve, Winward fabrique ses savons à la main avec des ingrédients locaux. Leurs lotions, pommades et beurres corporels mettent en vedette l’eau…
Speaker Handouts now available!
Learn, grow and reach your goals with industry-leading speakers and materials! What’s better than seeing the rockstars of the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry in person? Implementing their strategies and advice, of course! With Speaker Handouts, you will always have a speaker-produced material to refer back to when you need it the most. Speakers have compiled handouts with important points from their presentations and helpful materials to help you use the tools they give to you during their talk. Downloading these handouts from the HSCG website is easy and fast; simply click the gold button below to be redirected to the HSCG Speaker Handouts page and click on the handout…
Health Canada proposed changes to Hotlist
(le français suit…) Cosmetics Program Consumer Product Safety Directorate Health Canada Ottawa, Canada June 29, 2017 Subject: Proposed changes to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist Dear Stakeholder: The purpose of this notice is to inform you of substances that Health Canada is currently reviewing and that may be added to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist (Hotlist). We invite you to provide any safety information or other considerations about these substances to Health Canada by August 11, 2017. Please Note: The information in this notice is not currently reflected on the cosmetics section of canada.ca. The website is being revised and will be updated in the coming months. Proposed Additions to the Hotlist…
Happy Canada Day!
Happy Canada Day! The Handcrafted Bath and Body Guild is giving you something to celebrate! July 1, 2016 ONLY All Casual Crafter Memberships are 50% off! There’s more…. For the entire month of July, purchase a Professional Business Membership, and your name will be entered in a draw for a deluxe prize package containing: – Two books: Pure Soapmaking by Anne-Marie Faiola Make it Fizz: A Guide to Making Bathtub Treats by Holly Port – A KD 7000 digital scale from Voyageur Soap & Candle Company – A set of 6 2.4″ stainless steel bath bombs from Xen Bath & Beauty Supplies – A 100 g calibration weight to keep…
Welcome Modern Soapmaking!
The Handcrafted Bath & Body Guild is pleased to announce that Modern Soapmaking has joined as a Vendor Member, and HBBG members can snag 15% off any Modern Soapmaking ebook, workbook, or workshop! Modern Soapmaking is a proverbial online playground for soapmakers, by soapmakers, featuring tutorials, recipes, resources, business advice, digital books, online and offline workshops, mentorship programs and more. There’s help for ALL soapmakers, from the beginner to the hobbyist to the soap biz owner. Not a member? Join now and save with The Bath Bomb Press, plus other suppliers, and have access to our low cost, industry best insurance policy! Save
Welcome The Bath Bomb Press
The Handcrafted Bath & Body Guild is pleased to announce that The Bath Bomb Press has joined as a Vendor Member. They offer free shipping in Canada! Their bath bomb press takes the worst of the manual labour out of making bath bombs, and with a variety of shapes, it is a great tool for any crafter serious about bath bombs. Not a member? Join now and save with The Bath Bomb Press, plus other suppliers, and have access to our industry best insurance policy! Save Save
