Notice: Regulatory Proposal PRO2016-02, Management of the Pesticide Re-evaluation Process
This consultation is now closed.
The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) invites the public to submit written comments on Regulatory Proposal PRO2016-02, Management of the Pesticide Re-evaluation Process. The process includes changes to enhance engagement, transparency and predictability of the program, such as; early engagement of manufacturers and user associations when needed, clearer timelines for PMRA and industry, limits on the consideration of new information and requests for expansion of the pesticide use pattern, and a longer comment period for consultations on proposed decision documents. This proposal is being distributed for information and comments. The PMRA will accept written comments from the public on this proposal for up to 60 days from the date of publication of this document.
How to Get Involved
This consultation is open for comment from 31 March 2016, to 31 May 2016 (60 calendar days). Open the “Consultation Document” link below to access the document.
Update: As of 31 May 2016, the consultation period has been extended. Interested parties are encouraged to provide comments and suggestions by 3 June 2016.
Interested parties are encouraged to provide comments and suggestions by 31 May 2016.
Reporting to Canadians
Health Canada will make the results of this consultation available on this website. Once the decision on Regulatory Proposal PRO2016-02, Management of the Pesticide Re-evaluation Process is finalized, the PMRA will post a decision on the Pesticides and Pest Management Reports and Publications portion of Health Canada’s website.
If you have any questions, contact the Pest Management Information Service.