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Regulatory Strategy & Compliance Support for Canadian Market Access

GNHP Consulting is a Canadian regulatory consulting firm supporting companies in the Natural Health Products (NHP), Veterinary Health Products (VHP), cosmetics, food supplements, and related health product industries.

Since 2011, we have assisted Canadian and international companies in navigating Health Canada regulatory frameworks with clarity, structure, and strategic direction. 

Our work focuses on helping businesses move confidently from concept to compliant market entry through practical regulatory guidance, submission support, and compliance-focused systems.

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Why Choose GNHP Consulting

Supporting Brands Through Complex Regulatory Pathways

Regulatory compliance is not simply paperwork โ€” it is a critical part of protecting product integrity, brand credibility, and long-term market success.

GNHP Consulting supports companies at various stages of growth, including:

  • International brands entering the Canadian market
  • Canadian startups launching health and wellness products
  • Manufacturers and importers requiring Site Licensing or GMP support
  • Veterinary and pet supplement companies
  • Cosmetic and personal care brands
  • Companies addressing compliance deficiencies or marketplace restrictions

We understand that navigating Health Canada requirements can be complex, time-sensitive, and resource-intensive. Our role is to simplify that process and provide clear regulatory direction tailored to each clientโ€™s product and pathway.

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Health Canada Regulatory Expertise

Specialized support for NHP licensing, VHP Notifications, cosmetic compliance, Site Licensing, GMP systems, and Canadian market entry requirements.

Strategic Regulatory Guidance

Practical, compliance-focused support for product classification, label review, regulatory submissions, and corrective action aligned with Health Canada frameworks.

Scalable Compliance Solutions

Regulatory and quality assurance support designed for startups, manufacturers, importers, and international brands growing within the Canadian market.

What Makes Us Different

Strategic, Practical & Compliance-Focused

Our approach combines regulatory interpretation with practical execution.

We do not provide generic consulting advice. We work closely with clients to identify regulatory gaps, reduce delays, strengthen submissions, and support compliant market access.

Clients work with GNHP Consulting for:

  • Regulatory expertise in NHP, VHP, cosmetic, and related product categories
  • Product Licence Application (NPN) support
  • VHP Notification Program guidance
  • Site Licensing and GMP compliance assistance
  • Label and claims review aligned with Canadian regulations
  • Support for Amazon Canada compliance and corrective regulatory action
  • Structured, responsive, and solution-focused consulting support

Our objective is not only approval โ€” but long-term compliance and sustainable market presence.

Our Approach

Clear Guidance. Structured Execution.

Every product and company has unique regulatory considerations. We take the time to understand your goals, product classification, operational structure, and market pathway before recommending a strategy.

Our consulting approach emphasizes:

  • Clarity and transparency
  • Efficient project management
  • Regulatory accuracy and consistency
  • Practical problem-solving
  • Long-term compliance readiness

Whether you are preparing a new submission or resolving a regulatory issue, we aim to provide direction that is both strategic and actionable.

Our Clients

Our Team

Collaborative Expertise

GNHP Consulting works with experienced professionals and technical specialists who contribute expertise across regulatory compliance, quality assurance, scientific review, and operational support.

Our collaborative approach allows us to support a wide range of regulatory and compliance needs while maintaining a client-focused experience.

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Jestina Kusina

Founder & Principal Regulatory Consultant | Natural Health Products, Cosmetics, Veterinary Health Products & Health Canada Compliance

Dr. Jestina Kusina is the Founder and Principal Regulatory Consultant at GNHP Consulting, a Canadian regulatory affairs consultancy specializing in Natural Health Products (NHPs), Cosmetics, Veterinary Health Products (VHPs), Medical Devices, and Health Canada compliance.

With extensive experience navigating Canadaโ€™s complex regulatory landscape, Dr. Kusina has helped businessesโ€”from startups and entrepreneurs to established manufacturers and international brandsโ€”successfully bring health and wellness products to the Canadian market.

Her expertise spans the full product lifecycle, including:

  • Natural Health Product (NHP) licensing and amendments
  • Cosmetic Notifications and compliance reviews
  • Veterinary Health Product (VHP) notifications
  • Site Licence applications and renewals
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance
  • Regulatory audits and corrective action plans (CAPAs)
  • Product classification and regulatory strategy
  • Label and claims compliance assessments
  • Health Canada responses and submissions

Known for her practical, solutions-focused approach, Dr. Kusina works closely with clients to simplify regulatory requirements, reduce compliance risks, and accelerate market access. Her goal is to provide clear, strategic guidance that helps companies move forward with confidence while meeting Health Canada expectations.

Through GNHP Consulting, she has supported Canadian and international companies across a wide range of health, wellness, beauty, and veterinary product categories, helping transform regulatory challenges into successful approvals and compliant product launches.

A Partner in Your Regulatory Success

Whether you are launching your first product, expanding your product portfolio, responding to a Health Canada inquiry, or developing a long-term regulatory strategy, Dr. Kusina and the GNHP Consulting team provide the expertise and personalized support needed to achieve your business goals.

โ€œOur mission is simple: to make regulatory compliance clear, manageable, and achievable for every client we serve.โ€

โ€œDr. Jestina Kusinaโ€™s expertise and responsiveness were instrumental in helping us successfully navigate Health Canadaโ€™s regulatory requirements. Her guidance saved us significant time and helped us bring our products to market with confidence. We highly recommend GNHP Consulting to any company seeking professional regulatory support.โ€

Scott McDonald, CEO Nashรฉ Beauty