The PAAB is an independent review agency whose primary role is to ensure that healthcare product communication for prescription, non-prescription, biological and natural health products is accurate, balanced and evidence-based, and reflects current and best practice.
The PAAB also monitors trends in health product advertising and promotion and adjusts its code and practices as required to fulfill its mandate.
Mission: To provide a preclearance review that fosters trustworthy healthcare communications within the regulatory framework for the benefit of all stakeholders
Vision: Trusted healthcare product communication that promotes optimal health
Values: Integrity, competency, credibility, independence, excellence, transparency