Regulation of genetically modified crops in USA and Canada: Canadian overview

Abstract

This chapter provides a non-technical review of the regulations pertaining to GM crops in Canada. It provides a detailed overview of the science-based regulatory framework that exists to regulate biotechnology and hence, genetically modified crops. Canada utilizes a three-pronged regulatory approach that differentiates between agriculture (crops), food and the environment. We discuss the development of the regulatory frameworks pertaining to biotechnology derived crops and also provide a present day review of these frameworks.