RECOMMENDATION 1

That the PMRA work with relevant stakeholders, including manufacturers, to encourage research on the development of new products and alternative strategies to safely control bed bugs, and review any applications received on a priority basis

RECOMMENDATION 2:

That the PMRA review the use of conditions of registration to ensure that they are being used in a manner that protects the health of Canadians and their environment.

RECOMMENDATION 3:

That the PMRA review the openness and transparency of its processes to register pest control products with a view to ensuring that Canadians are able to provide meaningful and informed input into the decision-making process and clearly understand decisions once they are made.

RECOMMENDATION 4:

That Health Canada move forward with a cost-recovery proposal for pesticides to modernize user fees.

RECOMMENDATION 5:

That the PMRA continue its leadership to reduce trade irritants through international regulatory cooperation efforts such as the harmonization of MRLs and work to address other non-tariff barriers.