We seem to have settled down now as far and members are concerned. The funds raised seem to have settled at a little over $1K US and we decided to donate them to CG and her family this time, so how is the best way to do it? As for the tax, I simply label them "In Trust" so that should not impact me. Join the chat below and give me your best advice.
Also, at this time if there are things we should be doing here, this is the time to say so.
As for administering the site, it is no burden, but if someone thinks he/she can do it better or wants to get fingers on the levers, I'm listening.
NEWS: Lawyer Shawn Buckley from Natural Health Product Protection Association (NHPPA) fights against Health Canada attack on Natural Health Products
WILLIAM MAKIS NOV 1
Right now, Health Canada is quietly moving to reclassify natural health products (vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies, traditional medicines, etc.) as if they were pharmaceutical drugs — giving the agency sweeping new powers to impose massive compliance fees, fines, and criminal penalties that could wipe out small and mid-sized producers.
This isn’t just a Canadian issue.
It’s a testing ground for a global regulatory model that could soon spread to the United States, the UK, and Europe — centralizing control over natural and alternative health options under the banner of “safety.”
To raise awareness, NHPPA is on a cross-Canada “Health Charter Tour” (Oct 4–25, 2025) — driving a classic VW van from Victoria to Ottawa to deliver over 150,000 physical petition signatures to Parliament.
Along the way, ...
