December 18, 2025 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced amendments to the regulations for precursor chemicals and drug manufacturing equipment under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. These actions further strengthen Canada’s controls of precursor chemicals and equipment that can be used in the production of illegal drugs.
Illegal synthetic drugs, like fentanyl and methamphetamine, have a devastating impact on public health and safety in Canada. The amendments announced today increase Health Canada’s oversight of the legal precursor industry and ensure that border enforcement have the tools they need to stop the illegal importation of drug manufacturing equipment, such as pill presses and encapsulators. These measures help disrupt illegal drug production by organized crime groups and help to protect Canadians.
This work supports Canada’s Border Plan by strengthening border security, which includes the detection and disruption of the illegal drug trade.