Invitation to comment: Revised draft improved food inspection model

OTTAWA, March 28, 2013: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is inviting final comments on its revised draft improved food inspection model. The model proposes a single approach to food inspection that would provide consistent and appropriate oversight across all regulated food commodities – either imported or produced domestically.

This revised version is based on feedback from consultations on the initial draft held during fall 2012. A report summarizing the overarching comments received during this process can be found on the CFIA's website.

There are multiple ways to provide input during this second and final round of consultation on the revised model.

• Read the document and complete the online survey.
• Send an email with your feedback no later than May 21, 2013. Clearly indicate "CFIA inspection modernization – revised draft model" in the subject line.
• Send a fax with your feedback no later than May 21, 2013, to 613-773-7569. Clearly indicate "CFIA inspection modernization" in the subject line.
• Send your comments by mail to

  Cameron Prince
  Vice-President
  Inspection Modernization
  Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  59 Camelot Drive
  Ottawa, ON K1A 0Y9

Additional information on inspection modernization can be found on the CFIA's website.

For information:

Canadian Food Inspection Agency
1-800-442-2342