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The Western Nutrition Research Centre (WNRC) is is affiliated with the department of Food, Nutrition and Health at the University of British Columbia (UBC). UBC is a global centre for research and teaching and consistently ranks in the top 40 universities worldwide.

The WNRC is committed to being a leader in the food and nutritional sciences and specializes in human clinical trials for the nutraceutical and functional food industry.

We offer a range of contract services and are dedicated to meeting the needs of our partners through the delivery of exceptional quality, client-centred service, competitive pricing and fast turnaround times.

Some of our services include:
Clinical Trials: We specialize in the facilitation of clinical trials for the nutraceutical and functional food industry. Clinical studies will give you a competitive advantage by producing scientific evidence on the effectiveness and health benefits of your product.

Glycemic Index Testing/Laboratory Analyses: We are proud to offer a wide range of analytical services. Using the CNRC’s modern laboratory facilities our experienced technicians can identify and highlight the key compositional qualities of your supplement, functional food or ingredient.

Sensory Evaluation: Sensory evaluation allows you to better understand how specific ingredients, packages, or storage conditions affect the sensory properties of your product. This can aid in addressing consumer demands and developing new, innovative products.

Regulatory Affairs: Let the CNRC be your strategic partner in navigating the Canadian regulatory environment. Our team can help you classify and register your natural health product with Health Canada allowing you to access the market place sooner. We also have extensive experience coordinating submissions for health claims.