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The CFIA's Compliance Verification System is being updated for the meat program so that inspectors can focus on areas of highest risk.

Canada now uses a digital platform that promotes collaboration on scientific research and routine surveillance, and not just during outbreaks.

Keeping on top of food recalls is easy. There are many ways to stay connected to protect yourself and your family.

In order to continue in its role as a world-class regulator, the CFIA is building on its strong foundation and adapting to emerging trends.

Food safety issues can lead to serious health risks for the public. That's why we have the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations.

The ability to track a food product through the supply chain is a key step in maintaining food safety.

The CFIA uses a Standard Inspection Procedure to make inspection and enforcement activities more consistent and predictable.

The pilot project moves inspection to a more risk-based approach where inspectors focus on true areas of risks to food safety.

2.6 million Canadians are affected by food allergies. So how does the CFIA help to protect you and your loved ones?

The CFIA’s Foreign Verification targets establishments that manufacture, distribute, re-pack or re-label food for export to Canada.

Consumers care that what they think they are eating, is in fact what they are eating. The reality is that some food products may be misrepresented.

The CFIA has resources to help food businesses understand food allergen labelling and comply with regulations.