Consultation on the Proposal to Modernize Grading, Classification Systems and Labelling Requirements for Maple Syrup

The consultation closed 2012-12-07.

Introduction

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is committed to maintaining an effective, transparent, rules and science-based regulatory framework. On an ongoing basis, the CFIA assesses whether Acts and Regulations need to be developed or updated to respond to the evolving needs of the food industry and consumers.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is evaluating a proposal brought forward by the International Maple Syrup Institute (IMSI) to amend regulations including the Maple Product Regulations (MPR). These amendments would include modernizing the grading, classification systems and some related labelling requirements for maple syrup from federally registered establishments towards uniform international standards.

The CFIA is seeking your comments on this proposal to modernize the grading, the classification systems and the labelling requirements for maple syrup.

All comments received will be reviewed and considered by the CFIA in preparation of the revised MPR. The final version of the MPR will be published in Canada Gazette for further consultations

There are multiple ways to provide input during the consultation.

  • Complete the online survey: Consultation on the Proposal to Modernize Grading, Classification Systems and Labelling Requirements for Maple Syrup
  • Send an email with your feedback no later than December 7, 2012. Clearly indicate "Consultation on the Proposal to Modernize Maple Grading, Classification Systems and Labelling Requirements for Maple Syrup" in the subject line.
  • Send a fax with your feedback no later than December 7, 2012, to 613-773-6282. Clearly indicate "Consultation on the Proposal to Modernize Maple Grading, Classification Systems and Labelling Requirements for Maple Syrup" in the heading.

For e-mail, fax or regular mail submissions, please send to:

Mélanie Desrochers
Chief  Maple, Planning  and Systems Management
Processed Products, Maple and Honey
AgriFood Division

E-mail: CFIA-ACIA_Maple-erable@inspection.gc.ca
Fax : 613-773-6282

Deadline for comments: December 7, 2012

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