Bill Detail
An Act to amend the Food and Drugs Act (warning label on alcoholic beverages)
This enactment amends the Food and Drugs Act to require a warning label on alcoholic beverages.
✦ AI Summary
Bill S-254 proposes to amend the Food and Drugs Act to require alcoholic beverages sold in Canada to carry a warning label. This label would inform consumers about the health risks associated with alcohol consumption, specifically highlighting the direct link between alcohol and fatal cancers. It will also specify the volume of a standard drink, the number of standard drinks in a container, and the maximum number of standard drinks recommended to avoid significant health risks.
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Legislative Timeline
2022-11-02
First reading
Current
In committee (Senate)