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June 2013
June 5
- News Release - Harper Government Further Strengthens Food Safety
May 2013
May 30
- Notice of Submission - DAS-81419-2 (genetically modified to be insect-resistant) for environmental release, livestock feed and food use and make a determination that this modified plant is safe
- Decision Document 2012-95: Determination of the Safety of BASF Canada Inc.'s Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) Event CV127
- Decision Document 2012-94: Determination of the Safety of Monsanto Canada Inc.’s Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) Event MON 87708
- Decision Document 2012-93: Determination of the Safety of Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc.'s Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) Event DAS-68416-4
- Decision Documnet 2012-92: Determination of the Safety of Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc.'s Corn (Zea mays L.) Event DAS-40278-9
- Decision Document 2012-91: Determination of the Safety of Bayer CropScience Inc.'s Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) Event FG72
- Decision Document 2012-90: Determination of the Safety of Monsanto Canada Inc. Canola (Brassica napus) Event MON 88302
- Prosecution Bulletin - Fine of $ 19,000 for Aliments Breton Inc.
- News Release - Testing of fresh vegetables for pesticide residues determines no health risk to consumers
May 29
May 28
- Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) outbreak investigation in the United States
- News Release - CFIA tests over a thousand samples of selected foods for food colours and finds 96.2 percent compliance
May 25
May 24
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared sulphites in President’s Choice® White Grape Juice
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk and sulphites in Carlyle Bakery Light Fruit Cake
May 23
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared mustard, milk, soy and/or wheat in certain Nouvelle Orleans brand Marinades
- Updated Health Hazard Alert – Certain in shell hazelnuts or mixed nuts in shell may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Cadmium testing in rice determines no health risk
May 22
May 21
- Updated Health Hazard Alert - Certain in shell hazelnuts or mixed nuts in shell may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - All infant formulae and foods tested for Bisphenol A (BPA) found free from BPA and safe for human consumption
May 17
- Notice of Submission for Approval of Novel Food and Livestock Feed Use and Unconfined Environmental Release in Canada of a Plant Genetically Modified for Reduced Lignin from Monsanto Canada Inc. and Forage Genetics International LLC
- News Release - Harper Government Announces Safe Food For Canadians Action Plan
May 16
- Apple Proliferation Phytoplasma Detected in Nova Scotia
- Health Hazard Alert – Certain in shell hazelnuts may contain Salmonella bacteria
May 14
- Updated Allergy Alert – Undeclared egg in certain Chocolat Jean-Talon brand Hollow Milk Flavoured Confections
- Prosecution Bulletin - Rubin Kimmel Enters Guilty Plea For Humane Transport Violation
May 10
- Updated Allergy Alert – Undeclared sulphites in certain Golden Sun brand Seedless Raisins
- Consumer Advisory – Certain almond butter, peanut butter and tahini sold in bulk or repackaged at various retailers may contain Salmonella or other harmful bacteria
- Local Food Claims
May 8
- Industry Notice - Fertilizer Regulations amendments enable focus on safety
- News Release - National Farm-Level Biosecurity Standard for the Bee Industry Released
May 7
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Regulated Areas Expanded
May 6
May 4
May 3
- Updated Allergy Alert - Undeclared sulphites in certain Golden Sun brand Seedless Raisins
- Preliminary Assessment of the Risk to Canadian Animals from the Novel H7N9 Influenza Virus Detected in China
May 2
- Health Hazard Alert – Delissio brand Thin Crispy Crust Grilled Chicken, Tomato & Spinach pizza may contain pieces of plastic
- Allergy Alert – Undeclared egg in certain Chocolat Jean-Talon brand Hollow Milk Flavoured Confections
May 1
- Allergy Alert – Undeclared milk in Blue Dragon brand Wasabi Plum Stir-Fry Sauce
- Questions and Answers – Repeal of Requirements for Pre-Market Registration of Labels and Recipe for Certain Meat and Processed Products
- Pre-market registration of labels and recipes
April 2013
April 30
April 29
- Updated Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain Hevy D's Old Fashioned Kettle Korn and Co-Op Gold brand popcorn products
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared sulphites in certain Golden Sun brand Seedless Raisins
April 26
- Allergy Alert – Undeclared mustard in certain macaroni and potato salad products from Arbutus Ridge Farms Ltd.
- Allergy Alert – Undeclared milk in Hevy D's Old Fashioned Kettle Korn brand Caramel Flavour Gourmet Popcorn
April 25
- Updated Health Hazard Alert – Certain Seasoned, Cooked Chicken Breast Strips prepared by Le Champ du Coq Inc., may contain Salmonella bacteria
- CFIA tests fresh grapes - more than 99% with no detectable levels of sulphites
April 23
April 19
- Producers urged to practise biosecurity as CFIA monitors H7N9 avian influenza situation
- News Release - Canada appoints new delegate to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE)
April 18
- News Release - All Milk-Based and Soy-Based Product Samples Tested for Melamine Safe for Human Consumption
April 17
April 16
April 13
- Updated Health Hazard Alert - Certain St. Thomas brand Bottled Seafood Products may contain dangerous bacteria
- Updated Health Hazard Alert - Certain smoked fish products sold at Hooked stores in Toronto may contain dangerous bacteria
- Health Hazard Alert – Certain smoked fish sold at Hooked stores in Toronto may contain dangerous bacteria
April 12
- Allergy Alert – Undeclared milk in certain Trung Nguyen G7 brand Coffee 3 in 1 products
- Statement on H7N9 virus and illnesses in China
- News Release - Canada and Costa Rica Sign Organic Food Arrangement
April 10
- Updated Health Hazard Alert – Certain Trophy brand Nut Mix In Shell may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Health Hazard Alert – Osmat Imports brand Stuffed Eggplants may contain dangerous bacteria
- Prosecution Bulletin - Heng Xing Enterprises (Canada) Co. Ltd. Enters Guilty Plea For Contravening Fish Inspection Regulations
April 6
April 5
- Updated Health Hazard Alert - Certain Central-Epicure brand Smoked Atlantic Salmon may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Anthrax Program Changes
- News Release - Asian Long-horned Beetle eradicated from Canada
April 4
April 3
- Expanded Health Hazard Alert – Certain Central–Epicure brand smoked salmon products may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in Coffeeking 3 In 1 Coffeemix from Singapore
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain Heartland Gourmet Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Baking Mixes
April 2
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in Kugi Foods Blue Mountain Roasted Coffee from Taiwan
- News Release - National Sheep On-Farm Biosecurity Standard Released
March 2013
March 30
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Central-Epicure brand Gefilte Fish, Ready to Serve may contain dangerous bacteria
March 28
- Invitation to comment: Revised draft improved food inspection model
- News Release - National Biosecurity Standard for Canadian Goat Farms
March 25
March 23
- Expanded Health Hazard Alert - Certain St. Thomas brand bar clams and bar clam stew may contain dangerous bacteria
- Consumer Advisory - Certain nut butters, peanuts, sugar and tahini from Vicrossano Vicrossano Inc. may contain Salmonella or other harmful bacteria
March 22
- Health Hazard Alert – Certain Central-Epicure brand Smoked Atlantic Salmon may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Nestle brand Kit Kat Chunky bars may contain pieces of plastic
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain G7 brand 3 In 1 Instant Coffee from Viet Nam
March 20
March 19
- CFIA Suspends Operations at Establishment 2425, St. Thomas Fish Market Inc.
- News Release - Chicken Farmers of Canada recognized for sound on-farm food safety system
March 18
- Prosecution Bulletin - Nutral Inc. Fined $1,500 for Offence Under the Feeds Act and Regulations
March 15
- Health Hazard Alert – Certain St. Thomas brand Bar Clams may contain dangerous bacteria
- Consumer Advisory – Bulk in-shell walnuts from Produce Depot (Bank St., Ottawa) may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Consultation: Changes to import requirements for aquatic animals
March 12
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain Jak brand "Instant Coffee 3 in 1"
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Formaggio brand Artisan Wraps Italian Style Meats around Fresh Mozzarella may contain Listeria monocytogenes
March 9
March 8
March 7
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain Anita's Organic Mill products
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain NuGO brand Bars
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared milk in certain Heartland Gourmet Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Double Chocolate Cookie Mix
March 4
- Allergy Alert - Undeclared almond in Food for Life Ezekiel 4:9 Cereal
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Proti Diet High Protein Chocolate Dream Bar may contain Salmonella bacteria
March 1
- Updated Health Hazard Alert - Certain Mauri brand Gorgonzola may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- News Release - Biosecurity for the Grains and Oilseeds Industry
February 2013
February 25
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Mauri brand Gorgonzola may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Health Hazard Alert - Certain Clic brand Sesame Paste Tahina may contain Salmonella bacteria
February 24
February 23
February 20
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared SESAME in MASTER KONG brand SPICY BEEF NOODLE
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK in NU GO FREE brand TRAIL MIX BAR
February 19
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - VOLUNTARY RECALL: PC White Corn Black Bean Mild Salsa and PC Salsa Mild
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain THE GOURMET MEAT SHOPPE and THE BUTCHER'S CUT brands of Frozen Beef Burgers may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
February 18
- Prosecution Bulletin - Michael Joseph (Mike) Nabuurs fined $2500 for an offence under the Meat Inspection Act
- Prosecution Bulletin - Casey Fisheries Limited fined $6000 for an offence under the Fish Inspection Regulations
February 15
- Prosecution Bulletin - Les Aliments O'Sole Mio Inc. Fined $5,000 for an Offence under the Meat Inspection Act
February 14
February 13
February 12
- Notice to Industry - Adventitious Presence of Soy in Grain Products
February 11
February 9
February 8
- News Release - CFIA suspends operations at Establishment 287, St. Ann's Foods Inc.
- Prosecution Bulletin - 1839527 Ontario Inc., Doing business as A&A Marine & Drydock Fined for Offences Under the Fish Inspection Act
February 5
February 1
January 2013
January 31
January 29
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK and HAZELNUTS in certain RIVERBEND PLANTATION brand SASKATOON BERRY CHOCOLATE HEARTS
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared SULPHITES in JB brand APRICOTS
January 28
January 25
- Prosecution Bulletin - Terrence J. Lee Fined for Offences under the Health of Animals Act
- Prosecution Bulletin - Torrey Pines Stable Inc. Fined for an Offence under the Health of Animals Act
January 22
January 21
January 18
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MUSTARD in certain SEASONED PEPPERED SMOKED TURKEY BREAST
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared EGG in certain FISH TEMPURA STICKS
- UPDATED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared EGG in certain KINNIKINNICK FOODS brand PIE CRUST
January 17
January 16
January 15
January 11
- E. coli O157:H7 cases in the Maritimes and Ontario
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MUSTARD in certain NOAH MARTIN'S BLACK FOREST SALAMI
January 10
- Testing of coffee, fruit juice and tea for pesticide residues determines no health risk to consumers
January 9
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared PEANUTS in certain DYMATIZE NUTRITION brand ELITE GOURMET COOKIES & CREAM BAR
- UPDATED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK in SOMERSAULTS brand CINNAMON CRUNCH
January 8
- E. coli O157:H7 cases in Atlantic Canada and Ontario
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK in SOMERSAULTS brand CINNAMON CRUNCH
January 7
January 2
- Regulations amending the Food and Drug Regulations (ID #20262)
- Regulations Amending and Repealing Certain Canadian Food Inspection Agency Regulations (Miscellaneous Program) (ID#20207)
December 2012
December 29
December 24
- CFIA Concludes Investigation into Cardinal Meat Specialists Limited
- Prosecution Bulletin - New Sun Bakery Distributors Inc. Fined For an Offence Under the Food and Drugs Act
- Prosecution Bulletin - Yao Sun Loong Kong Chicken Ltd. Fined for an Offence under the Meat Inspection Act
December 21
- CFIA Continues Investigation into Cardinal Meat Specialists Ltd
- News Release - Organic Equivalency Further Supports Canadian Exports
December 20
December 18
December 17
December 15
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CARDINAL SELECT brand Prime Rib Beef Burgers may contain may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
- Statement - Butcher's Choice Beef Burger Recall
December 14
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK in certain PURE brand COOKIES
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain BUTCHER'S CHOICE Beef Burgers may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
December 13
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain BUTCHER'S CHOICE HICKORY BARBECUE Beef Burgers may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
- Butcher's Choice Beef Recall
- Invitation to comment: Proposal to revise user fees for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Destination Inspection Service
December 12
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain BUTCHER'S CHOICE GARLIC PEPPERCORN Beef Burgers may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MUSTARD in certain HOT STUFF FOOD XPRESS brand PIZZA and CALZONE PRODUCTS
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain GOLDEN BOY brand INSHELL MIXED NUTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Prosecution Bulletin - Mowat Livestock Ltd. Enters Guilty Plea For Violating Health of Animals Regulations
- Prosecution Bulletin - Dr. Fawcett Taylor Enters Guilty Plea For Contravening Health of Animals Act
December 11
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain GOLDEN BOY brand INSHELL MIXED NUTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain BUITONI brand PIZZAS may contain pieces of metal
December 7
- XL Foods Inc. Renewed Commitment to Food Safety achieves Re-Listing by United States Department of Agriculture
- Operations Resume at Establishment 231, Capital Packers Inc.
- Prosecution Bulletin - Nadeau Poultry Farm Ltd fined $35,000.00 for offences under the Health of Animal Act
- Prosecution Bulletin - Saladexpress Inc. fined a total of $10,000 plus costs for violating the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Regulations
December 6
- Statement - CFIA's role in animal welfare
- News Release - More than 1,000 food products tested contained no propylene oxide
- News Release - CFIA tests for undeclared allergens – more than 95% with no detectable allergens
December 5
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain bulk, in-shell ENNIS VARIETY FILBERTS (HAZELNUTS) may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Criminal Charges Laid Following Breach of Federal Quarantine
- Notice of Submission for Approval of Novel Food, Livestock Feed and Environmental Safety Approval for Commercial Planting Purposes of a Plant Genetically Modified for Herbicide Tolerant Traits (SYHT0H2) from Syngenta Canada Inc. and Bayer CropSciences Inc.
December 3
- News Release - Harper Government Appoints Coordinator to Lead Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Efforts in and Around Riding Mountain National Park
December 2
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain pre-packaged in-shell MIXED NUTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain pre-packaged and bulk in-shell FILBERTS (HAZELNUTS) may contain Salmonella bacteria
December 1
November 2012
November 30
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain COMPASS brand in-shell CALIFORNIA WALNUTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain VEGGIE PATCH brand ULTIMATE MEATLESS BURGER may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Import Requirements for Aquatic Animals
November 29
November 28
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MILK in various Dairy-free Vegan CANDY BARS
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared mustard and gluten in M&M Meat Shops brand Marinated Barbecue Chicken Kabob
November 26
November 25
November 23
November 22
- Safe Food for Canadian Act Received Royal Assent
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CAPITAL brand and COMPLIMENTS brand HAM SAUSAGES may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- News Release - CFIA Suspends Operations at Establishment 231, Capital Packers Inc.
- Notice to Industry - Container Sizes
November 21
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain KROWN brand CHERRY TOMATOES and various STORE-MADE PARTY TRAYS containing CHERRY TOMATOES may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Safe Food for Canadians Act Passes in House of Commons
November 20
November 19
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain BIRTCH FARMS AND ESTATE WINERY brand PUMPKIN BUTTER may contain dangerous bacteria
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared MUSTARD in certain MOLINARO'S brand SUPREMO DUNN'S FAMOUS SMOKED MEAT PIZZA
November 16
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various food products containing peanuts or peanut butter recalled by Sunland Inc., USA may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Notice to Industry - Import Restrictions related to Vesicular Stomatitis for Horses Entering Canada from the State of Colorado have been Lifted
November 15
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Papineau
November 13
November 8
- 2011-2012 Departmental Performance Report
- News Release - Proposed Amendments Benefit Canadian Consumers and Maple Syrup Producers
November 7
November 6
- News Release - Safe Food for Canadians Act Passes Through Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food
November 3
November 2
October 30
- News Release - High compliance rates in more than 20,000 food samples tested over an 18 month period
October 29
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT KRINOS BRAND MINI KASHKAVAL CHEESE FROM SHEEPS MILK may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- UPDATED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared milk in CROWN brand BITTER CHOCOLATE COATED CRANBERRIES, HAZELNUTS AND ALMONDS
- Notice of Submission for Approval of Novel Food and Livestock Feed Use for Cotton Genetically Modified for Herbicide Tolerance (MON 88701) from Monsanto Canada Inc.
- News Release - CFIA user fee and service standard proposal for Destination Inspection Service: Summary of Respondent Comments and CFIA Responses
- Notice to Industry - Invitation to comment: CFIA user fee proposal for overtime
October 26
October 25
October 24
October 23
- XL Foods Inc. Allowed to Resume Operations Under Enhanced CFIA Oversight
- Statement from Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz on the Resumption of Operations at XL Foods Inc.
October 20
October 19
- UPDATED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared almonds in DORGEL and FARMBOY® products
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various food products containing peanuts or peanut butter recalled by Sunland Inc., USA may contain Salmonella bacteria
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared WHEAT in certain PILLER'S brand SUB PAC CLASSIC and SLICED PEPPERONI products
- 2012-10-19 - Statement on E. coli O157:H7 Investigation
- News Release - All vegetable oils and cheeses tested for dioxins and dioxin-like compounds found safe for human consumption
October 18
October 17
- News Release - Safe Food for Canadians Act Adopted by Senate
- 2012-10-17 - Statement on E. coli O157:H7 Investigation
October 16
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared almonds in DORGEL and FARMBOY® products
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain PUREFIT brand PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH BARS may contain salmonella bacteria
October 13
- 2012-10-13 - Statement on E. coli O157:H7 Investigation
- Statement by Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz on the announcement by XL Foods Inc.
October 12
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CLEF DES CHAMPS brand ORGANIC GROUND GINGER may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - CERTAIN XAN CONFECTIONS brand PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE PRODUCTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
October 11
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - JUSTIN'S brand HONEY PEANUT BUTTER BLEND in STARBUCKS brand PROTEIN BISTRO BOX may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain FRESH EXPRESS brand HEARTS OF ROMAINE SALAD may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Study finds that 100 percent of children's food tested for pesticide residues and metals is safe
- Next stage of review at XL Foods Inc.
October 10
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain PEANUT BUTTERS, PEANUT SPREADS and RELATED PRODUCTS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
October 8
October 7
October 5
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various RAW BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- Corrective Action Requests (CARs) issued to XL Foods Inc.
October 4
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain POPCORN INDIANA brand Popcorn Products may contain Listeria Monocytogenes
- Minister's Statement: GoC priority continues to be consumer health and safety
October 3
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various RAW BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- Statement by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz on the XL Foods Inc., Establishment 38 Recall
October 1
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various RAW BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- News Release - Animal Health Week: Focus on preventive veterinary care
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Longueuil
September 2012
September 30
September 29
September 28
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various RAW BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various XL Foods (Est. 38) Beef Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- Questions and Answers and Timeline of Events (E. coli O157:H7 Investigation)
September 27
- Statement on E. coli O157:H7 Investigation
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CHAMP'S MUSHROOMS brand SLICED CRIMINI MUSHROOMS may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain ENERGY NUGGETS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various Labelled and Unlabelled GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
September 26
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - SUNRIDGE FARMS brand ALL-NATURAL ENERGY NUGGETS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain KIRKLAND brand BEEF STEAKS sold from Costco Wholesale Store #156, 50th street, Edmonton, Alberta may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
September 25
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain TRADER JOE'S brand NUT BUTTERS may contain Salmonella bacteria
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various Labelled and Unlabelled GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
September 22
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various Labelled and Unlabelled GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- Summary on the CFIA's investigation (E. coli O157:H7)
September 21
September 20
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various Labelled and Unlabelled GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- Potato Wart Confirmed in Prince Edward Island
September 19
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared egg and wheat in certain THE POULTRY PLACE brand CHICKEN WINGS
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various Labelled and Unlabelled GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
September 18
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared sesame in certain EL CAMINO REAL BAKERY brand FIRST GRAIN BARS
- CFIA Framework for Quality Management Oversight of Laboratories Conducting Testing in Areas Under the CFIA Mandate
- Government of Canada appoints new Chief Food Safety Officer and new Chief Veterinary Officer
- ALLERGY ALERT -Undeclared Fish, Shrimp and Sesame Seed in SAFEWAY SELECT SZECHUAN CHICKEN and RED THAI CURRY CHICKEN
September 17
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
- EXPANDED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared Peanuts in KYDON brand TAHINI
September 16
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain PONDEROSA MUSHROOMS brand SLICED LOBSTER MUSHROOMS may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Various GROUND BEEF Products May Contain E. coli O157:H7 Bacteria
September 14
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared Peanuts in KYDON brand TAHINI
- Prosecution Bulletin - 5133831 Manitoba Ltd., Doing business as Shadow Creek Transport Enters Guilty Plea for Violating Health of Animals Regulations
September 10
September 7
September 6
September 2
September 1
August 2012
August 31
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CATANIA brand MANGOES may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain DANIELLA brand MANGOES sold in Western Provinces and Territories may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
- Reminder to Producers: Strengthen Biosecurity to Protect Health
August 30
August 29
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Store-made TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD sold at Southbrook Sobeys store, Edmonton, Alberta may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Additional codes of DANIELLA brand MANGOES distributed nationally may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
August 28
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain DANIELLA brand MANGOES distributed nationally may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
- News Release - CFIA streamlines registration for new, safe fertilizers and supplements
August 27
August 24
- UPDATED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain DANIELLA brand MANGOES sold in Western Provinces and Territories may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain KRAKOWSKA SAUSAGE sold from ODRA DELI AND WHOLESALE MEAT LTD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency tests hundreds of bottled water samples for bromate - 100% found safe for human consumption
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain MANGOES sold in Western Provinces and Territories may contain Salmonella Braenderup bacteria
August 22
August 21
August 20
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain CHAMP'S MUSHROOMS brand SLICED CRIMINI MUSHROOMS may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain TANIMURA & ANTLE brand ROMAINE LETTUCE may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Laval
- Prosecution Bulletin - Eric Millen fined $2500 for offences under the Health of Animals Act
August 17
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain TANIMURA & ANTLE brand ROMAINE LETTUCE may contain E. coli O157:H7 bacteria
- News Release - Testing of over 900 food samples for toxins results in no consumer health concerns
August 16
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain PURE FLAVOR brand FRESHLY CUT GRILLERS may contain Listeria monocytogenes
- News Release - Canadian Food Inspection Agency tests fruit spreads for sulphites
August 15
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Canadian Food Inspection Agency tests pre-packaged ground spices for gluten
- Regulations Amending the Health of Animals Regulations – Bluetongue
- Regulations Amending the Reportable Diseases Regulations – Bluetongue
August 14
- Consultation: Strengthening the Health of Animals Regulations for importing milk and manure
- New Import Measures for Horses Entering Canada from the State of Colorado
- News Release - Canadian Food Inspection Agency tests dried fruit, corn and nut products for toxins
August 13
August 10
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- EXPANDED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared peanuts in certain pre-packaged ORGANIC PINE NUTS
August 9
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared peanuts in certain PINE NUTS and PINE NUT-CONTAINING PRODUCTS
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Harper Government Improving Inspection Approach to Strengthen Food Safety
- Consultation - The Draft Improved Food Inspection Model
August 8
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Frontenac County
August 7
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain dried BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- News Release - Beefing-Up Biosecurity on Canadian Farms: Release of a National Beef Biosecurity Standard
August 6
August 3
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared milk in various CRISPY JUST BAKED, CRISPY, and SUNRIZE OVEN FRESH brands of COOKIES
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - SPICE KINGDOM brand dried EGYPTIAN BASIL may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Consultation: Modernizing Canada's livestock feed regulations
- Quarantine (IHN) lifted in British Columbia
August 2
- ALLERGY ALERT - HEALTHY TIMES brand OATMEAL CEREAL FOR BABY may contain undeclared gluten
- News Release - Testing of Tea, Soft Drinks and Corn Syrups Determines No Health Risk to Consumers
July 2012
July 31
July 27
- EXPANDED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared egg in Montreal Kosher Brand Potato Knish
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared almond in LOTTE brand CHOCO PIE
July 26
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared egg in Montreal Kosher Brand Potato Knish
- News Release - Harper Government teams with Canadian researchers to bolster food safety system
July 25
July 23
July 20
July 18
July 17
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain EARTH GREENS brand ORGANIC ITALIAN BLEND salad may contain Listeria Monocytogenes
- News Release - Salmon Disease Surveillance Underway in British Columbia
July 16
July 14
July 13
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared WHEAT and MILK in certain MELINDA'S BISCOTTI brand ALMOND BISCOTTI
- News Release - Canadians Continue to Have Confidence in Canada's Food Safety System
- Enhanced Labelling Regulations for Food Allergens
July 12
- News Release - Travellers Can Help Protect Canada's Farms and Forests
July 11
- News Release - Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Bruce County
July 6
July 4
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain ST-FIDÈLE brand CHEESE CURDS may contain a toxin produced by Staphylococcus bacteria
- ALLERGY ALERT - HEALTHY TIMES brand BROWN RICE CEREAL for baby may contain undeclared wheat and gluten
July 3
- EXPANDED HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain ALKANATER BRAND TAHINA may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Prosecution Bulletin - Seafresh Products Distributors, Incorporated Enters Guilty Plea For Violating Fish Inspection Regulations
- Antimicrobial resistance - June 2012, Canadian Veterinary Journal article
June 2012
June 29
- EXPANDED ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared milk in MILLE-FEUILLES PASTRIES produced by PÂTISSERIES SANDA INC.
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared almond in LOTTE brand CHOCO PIE
June 28
June 26
June 22
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared milk in certain MILLE-FEUILLES (CUSTARD) produced by PÂTISSERIES SANDA INC.
- News Release - Canadian Food Inspection Agency tests for Fining Agents in Wine
June 21
- News Release - CFIA completes testing of recovered sheep
June 14
- Guidelines for Highlighted Ingredients and Flavours
- CFIA Tests Food Samples for Undeclared Allergens in Flavour Packets
June 8
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency locates missing sheep
- Notice to Industry - CFIA now recognizes accreditation by Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation
June 7
- News Release - Harper Government Introduces Safe Food for Canadians Act
- Safe Food for Canadians Act - Backgrounders
June 6
- ALLERGY ALERT - Undeclared milk in TORA BIKA brand CAPPUCCINO EXTRA CHOCO GRANULE
- Government of Canada increases sheep compensation amounts
- Regulations Amending the Reportable Diseases Regulations
June 5
June 1
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - Certain Vacuum Packaged Fish Products Sold at Pusateri's Fine Foods Store May Contain Dangerous Bacteria
- HEALTH HAZARD ALERT - CUISINE DU VIÊT-NAM brand BUTTERFLY KNOTS HONEY & SESAME may contain Salmonella bacteria
- Government of Canada Takes Action to Strengthen Food Inspection
- Invitation to comment: Inspection modernization
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