Introduce restrictions on the commercial marketing of unhealthy food and beverages to children.

What success looks like

Commercial marketing of unhealthy food and beverages to children is significantly reduced leading to better health outcomes for Canadian children.

Government's narrative on progress

Bill S-228 passed third reading in the House of Commons on September 19, 2018. Debate on concurrence with the House amendments to the Bill took place in the Senate on October 18, 2018, November 22, 2018, February 20, 2019, and March 18, 2019, but has not yet concluded. The Bill aims to protect children's health by prohibiting the advertising of foods and beverages that meet certain nutrient criteria to children under 13 years of age. Health Canada is developing regulations to implement the proposed restrictions under Bill S-228.

Note: this is the government's own description, not an independent assessment.