Feb 6, 2020

In this Issue: CA Meets with New DM of Health CA Attends NNHPD Multilaterial The Trade File: Important Updates CME Economic Update CA Launches Beauty Summit! In the News ... Renew Your Membership Today! The Inside Scoop "Out & About" with CA ... Upcoming Events: ABA Canada's Revel in Beauty is back! and more...

CA Meets with New Deputy Minister of Health  Opportunity to Introduce our Industry and Priorities

CA had its first unilateral meeting with Health Canada’s new Deputy Minister, Dr. Stephen Lucas, in Ottawa this week to introduce our industry and to discuss common priorities. Health Canada, responsible for the Food & Drugs Act and its regulations, is one of the key regulatory departments for our products.   CA stressed the importance of finalizing and implementing the Self-Care Framework ... READ MORE

CA’s Beta Montemayor (left) and Darren Praznik (right) meet with the New Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Stephen Lucas in Ottawa.

CA Participates in NNHPD Multilateral CA Team Advocate Self-Care Framework

CA's Beta Montemayor and Richard Parcels, along with Margaret Turnbull, Vice-Chair of our Facility Compliance and Manufacturing Committee (FCM), joined the NNHPD’s Multilateral Meeting in Ottawa on February 4 th . The session began with an overview of the NNHPD’s 2019 key accomplishments and a look ahead to their 2020 priorities...   READ MORE

CA's Beta Montemayor (centre) at the NNHPD Multilateral in Ottawa. Also attending: Richard Parcels (CA) and Margaret Turnball (Colgate-Palmolive).

Former P&G'er Erin O'Toole Enters Conservative Leadership Race Joins Health Critic Marilyn Gladu Who Declared in December

The race within Canada’s Conservative Party to replace Leader Andrew Scheer has been joined by two MP’s who have worked with our industry. Durham MP and lawyer Erin O’Toole, who was Canadian in-house counsel for CA member Procter & Gamble between 2006 and 2011, recently announced his candidacy. He joins Sarnia-Lambton MP and Conservative Health Critic Marilyn Gladu who has worked closely with Cosmetics Alliance on the animal testing issue... READ MORE

Durham MP Erin O’Toole, former P&G employee, enters Conservative Leadership Race.

Darren Praznik met with Sarnia-Lambton MP and Conservative Health Critic Marilyn Gladu in Ottawa to discuss animal testing bill in early 2019.

THE TRADE FILE

Brexit - UK Leaves EU on January 31, 2020 No Change in Rules Until December 31, 2020 Although the UK has now officially left the European Union as of Friday, January 31 st , 2020, NO rules will change during the transition period that will be in place until the last day of 2020. The parties will be using this time to negotiate a trade agreement that will govern their relationship beginning January 1 st , 2021...  READ MORE

Canada, US, Mexico Trade Agreement Canada Begins Ratification; Trump Signs US Bill Presiden t  Trump  sign ed the new NAFTA implementation bill on January 29, after the US Senate passed the new trade pact on January 16. Passage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement fulfills Trump's 2016 campaign promise to update the original NAFTA with Mexico and Canada...  READ MORE

Canada - MERCOSUR Free Trade Agreement Global Affairs Canada Consults with CA Expanding and diversifying Canada’s trade with large, fast-growing markets such as Mercosur – a trading bloc comprised of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay – is a priority for the Government of Canada and a key part of its trade agenda and diversification strategy. Global Affairs recently reached out to Cosmetics Alliance for input related to our sector as they work through the rounds of negotiations with Mercosur. CA will provide an update to members once we learn more following this current round. Importantly, there are long-term advantages with respect to tariff reductions that will help drive the competitiveness of Canadian manufacturers within North America.

CME's Economic Update Canadian Economy Edges Up in November; Manufacturing Essentially Unchanged Read the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) Economic Update HERE Cosmetics Alliance Canada is a proud member of the Canadian Manufacturing Coallition which is chaired by CME.

Toronto May 5 to 7, 2020 Join us in Toronto for a week of Cosmetics Alliance events!   From May 5  to May 7 , at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Toronto we have a packed agenda of informative and exciting events for our members! Take advantage of your time by attending multiple events. Or select specific events that best meet your needs!   Events include: - Regulatory Committee Meetings - Spring Regulatory Workshop - CA's Annual General Meeting followed by an Open Board of Directors Meeting   And to end the week with a bang ... the Canadian Beauty Awards , highlighting the awesome product innovation in our industry! Events Schedule   Committee Meeting: Risk Assessment & Ingredient Safety Tuesday, May 5, 2020   Regulatory Workshop Wednesday, May 6, 2020 Annual General Meeting and Open Board Meeting Thursday May 7, 2020 Committee Meeting: Product Compliance & Market Access and Facility Compliance & Manufacturing Thursday May 7, 2020   2020 Canadian Beauty Awards Thursday Evening May 7, 2020 SAVE the DATES! REGISTRATION DETAILS TO COME...

Cosmetic Alliance Launches Beauty Summit New Initiative to Prepare for Future Challenges in the Beauty Business CA is launching a new marketing driven event in Fall 2020. This half-day 'Beauty Summit' will feature a number of expert speakers discussing the future of the beauty business in Canada and what we all need to do to prepare.  The Beauty Summit will be attended by vendor marketing teams, retailer buying offices and suppliers to the industry and will be held at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto on Thursday November 14, 2020 (note, the morning of the COSA Awards). Limited sponsorship opportunities are available - please contact Jim Hicks at jhicks@cosmeticsalliance.ca for information.

Roberta Lacey Honoured at Prestigeous Event Avon Marketing Leader and CA Board Member among businesswomen philanthropists recognized by Montreal's Community Shares!

On January 27 in Montreal, Community Shares held its signature fundraiser, the Red & White Benefit Evening, and honoured 10 influential businesswomen philanthropists including Roberta Lacey (Head of Marketing at Avon and CA Board Member)! More than 280 local business and community leaders attended the event ... READ MORE

In Case you Missed it.. Clean Beauty Misinformation Movement Health Canada seizes products that may pose ‘serious health risks’ from beauty store after Star investigation Are hair dyes safe? Worries increasing interest in go-gray style trend Canada spearheads global action to reduce plastic pollution

CA's Export Certificates Program Announces New Pricing Volume Discount Now Being Offered

CA is pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2020, we will be offering a volume discount to those member customers whose total annual purchases of Export Certificates exceed $35,000 CDN (calculated on an annualized basis: January 1 – December 31). This threshold is comprised of a combination of (or bundling of) purchased certificates, authentications and legalizations. The volume discount, upon reaching the $35K threshold, will be 25% off of each subsequent certificate requested. For your company, this means that our Member Rush Service fee will be reduced from $475 to $356.25 (+ tax) and our Member Regular Service fee will be reduced from $300 to $225.00 (+ tax) (both applicant and brand owner must be CA members to qualify for member rate). Authentication and legalization fees are not eligible for discounts. For more information, please contact Deborah Kwinter at 905-890-5161 x 226 or dkwinter@cosmeticsalliance.ca .  

Canadian Beauty Mogul Elizabeth Grant Turns 97! Elizabeth Grant turned 97 on January 26th. Happy Birthday Elizabeth Grant! The woman behind the 65-plus-years-and-counting eponymous brand is a big part of Canada’s beauty history. Elizabeth's 97th birthday was celebrated in style with a live studio audience at TSC on January 25th, at the TSC studios in Mississauga. Guests in attendance included some of the original Torricelumn™ Girls who have been using the products for over 20 years, as well as the extended TSC family and social media influencer fans of the brand. READ MORE

Guests in attendance included some of the original Torricelumn™ Girls who have been using the products for over 20 years, as well as the TSC family and social media influencers. (L-R): Marion Witz, President of Elizabeth Grant International Inc., Elizabeth Grant, and Diane Kozak of Cosmetics Alliance.

Membership Renewal We need your involvement and commitment with the 2020 renewal of your company’s membership in order to help Cosmetics Alliance advance the collective interests of the cosmetics and personal care products industry. CLICK HERE to Renew Your Membership CLICK HERE to Read CA's new Highlights edition

Cosmetics Magazine Winter Issue is Here! From the shining stars of the COSAs to bedazzled New Year’s looks, this winter issue is packed with glitz and glam. With radiance-boosting skincare and head-turning lipsticks, join us in jumping into 2020 with our freshest faces forward! READ the Magazine

A Huge Thank You to Mary Kay Canada Mary Kay Doubles the Value of Donations! During the holiday season, Mary Kay Canada matched all individual donations to Look Good Feel Better (up to $20,000). We are proud to announce that in December alone, more than $56,710 was raised for women facing cancer.  Thank you to everyone who donated, allowing 150 more women and their families to experience the positive impact of a LGFB Workshop! Together, we are helping women with cancer feel more like themselves again.

The Inside Scoop News from Inside our Industry

Hudson's Bay Launches Own Private Label Brand Hudson’s Bay has added to its private label selection by extending its own brand into the beauty space. “Les Essentiels” is a line of beauty and skincare products – including serums, primer, mascara, colour stick and under eye mask – all made to be paraben-, sulphate-, phthalate- and cruelty-free, and all appearing in packaging bearing the retailer’s signature coloured stripe design.  Catherine Kelly, VP of cosmetics at Hudson’s Bay, emphasized the focus on quality and “simple yet sophisticated beauty essentials” for the line in an announcement earlier this month. Prices range from $35 to $60, putting them slightly above drugstore brands but below some of the luxury brands Hudson’s Bay already carries in its beauty section. Carl Geffken Consultants Relocate Offices Please note, Carl and Team can now be found at : 7888 S Summer Station Way Salt Lake City, UT 84047 email: CJGEF@aol.com mobile: 203.314.5200 office: 801.542.0275 or 203.453.9778 / fax: 801.987.3985 The Estée Lauder Companies Completes Acquisition of Dr. Jart+ NEW YORK --(BUSINESS WIRE) - The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) announced that it has completed its acquisition of Have & Be Co. Ltd., the Seoul -based, global skin care company behind Dr. Jart+ and men’s grooming brand Do The Right Thing. Read more

Let us know of any relevent organizational news or changes that you wish to share with other members and we will post them in our next newsletter!

2019/2020 Member Directory A Great Tool for Your Business! Check out our electronic directory which has a search function that allows you to easily find company/staff names. If you haven't already done so, please be sure to check that your listings are up to date. You can update your company contacts and info by logging in to the CA website . Questions? - Mdavis@cosmeticsalliance.ca

Welcome New Members MedMois D.H. Biotechnologies

Integated Display Group Integrated Display Group is one of the fastest growing permanent retail display companies in North America. IDG, with its 100,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Vaughan and over 20 designers and engineers on staff, has designed and manufactured engaging retail displays for prominent beauty brands and retailers for over 25 years. www.integrateddisplay.com

Formula Life Inc. Formula Life is a leading provider of Clinical Meso-Aesthetic products, protocols, equipment and certified training. For over 10 years Formula Life has been the trusted professional source for non-surgical, minimally-invasive natural treatments and aesthetic clinical therapies. We offer leading-edge, safe, effective integrative, holistic Meso-Aesthetic treatment programs with proven results.

Total Body Care Total Body Care Inc. has over 30 years of experience manufacturing premier personal care products. We have established a reputation built on superior quality, commitment to customers, and developing innovative solutions that satisfy all needs. We build long-lasting relationships with customers and provide both formulation and manufacturing services for several reputable brands. www.totalbodycare.ca

"Out & About" with Cosmetics Alliance

CA and the Allied Beauty Association meet to discuss a co-ordinated compliance education program in support of noncompliant players to the industry (e.g. some discount stores, spas, new e-commerce).

CA Team discuss a project to gather baseline industry data and analytics related to Cost Recovery with Juliana Ciccarelli & Dan Doulosof of The Advantage Group.

(left to right): Larry Clements, President and Simon Gregson, V.P. & Design Director of Integrated Display Group with Jim Hicks and Darren Praznik of CA. Integrated Display Group is one of the fastest growing permanent retail display companies in North America.

Darren and Jim Hicks touring Integrated Display Group’s 100,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Vaughan with IDG’s co-founders. IDG, with over 20 designers and engineers on staff, has designed and manufactured engaging retail displays for prominent beauty brands and retailers for over 25 years.

CA President Darren Praznik meets former Speaker of the House, Peter Milliken, in Ottawa at the Queen's Model Parliament on Jan. 16. The event attracts many Queen's alumini who are MP's or staffers on the Hill.

Orrderrr...orrderrr...orrderrr! Darren Praznik, former Manitoba MLA and Minister, was invited to take the chair as Speaker in the (real) House of Commons at the Queen's Model Parliament in Ottawa.

CA Past-chair and Director, Myles Robinson (Centura Brands) and Darren Praznik represent our industry at the Mississauga Board of Trade MP Breakfast.

Empack Spraytech’s Steve Colwell and Tamer Elghandour meet with CA's Richard Parcel and Beta Montemayor to discuss how to convert current irritants into solutions under the Self-Care Framework.

Peter Fonseca, MP for Mississauga East - Cooksville and Darren Praznik discuss our industry's issues at the Mississauga Board of Trade MP Breakfast.

New member, Dmytro Dutka, VP of Formula Life Inc., discuss the Exports Certificate Program with the CA Team.

Upcoming Events

Executive Briefing & Networking Event - Montreal Please join us for this unique event at which the Coeffiscience Group will be providing a presentation on ways to identify human resource improvement needs and how training can improve both the employee and company performances. The evening will also include a focus group that will result in an analysis of the cosmetic industry’s specific needs in Quebec and a tailor-made training program which will be accessible to members of Cosmetics Alliance! Date: Tuesday, March 24th, 2020 Time: 5:00 - 9:00 pm Location: PME MTL West-Island 1675 Trans Canada Highway, Suite 301 Dorval QC (Tel: 514-426-2888) RSVP: mdavis@cosmeticsalliance.ca For further information on the event, please contact Diane Gibb at 514-241-2855 .

Must Attend Event including Focus Group on HR and Educational Needs for the Cosmetics Industry in Quebec! We Need Your Input !

Revel in Beauty Allied Beauty Association's Professional Beauty Show is Back this April! Date: April 5 & 6, 2020 Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre Canada’s largest professional beauty show is back April 5 & 6 at the MTCC! Revel in Beauty 2020 is THE professional beauty event of the year! With over 100 hours of complimentary education on site, main stage shows, 10 competitions and an exhibition hall full of interactive and educational experiences. Discount Code COSMETIC gets you $15 off tickets! Get your tickets HERE Get a look at the classroom education available by clicking HERE   For competition registration , click HERE

Canadian Beauty Awards 2020 Date: May 7, 2020 Location: Sheraton Hotel, Toronto Nominations for the 2020 Canadian Beauty Awards have gone out to the industry. If you did not receive the information, please email jhicks@cosmeticsalliance.ca . Nominations will close January 17, 2020. The Beauty Awards will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Toronto.

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