Information for Consumers
Canada's food safety system
Anyone who sells food in Canada is responsible for making sure it is safe to eat. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) verifies that food sold in Canada meets federal food safety standards. When potentially unsafe food is identified, the CFIA works with industry and other government departments to ensure that it is removed from the marketplace. Consumers also have a role to play in protecting themselves and their families.
Food labelling
- Food Allergies and Allergen Labelling
- Country of Origin Labelling for Food Products
- Date Labelling on Pre-packaged Foods
- Product of Canada and Made in Canada Labelling
- More information on food labelling
Safe food handling
Specific Products and Risks
- Chemical Hazards
- Dairy, Eggs and Honey
- Fish and Seafood
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Meat and Poultry Products
Additional information
- Healthy Canadians - Food and Nutrition
- Health Canada - Food Safety
- Public Health Agency of Canada - Food Safety
- Be Food Safe
- Canadian Partnership for Consumer Food Safety Education
- Consumer Association Roundtable
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