Powerful Front-of-Package Nutrition Symbols at your fingertips We are thrilled to announce the launching of NutriSymbol, the new self-serve Front-of-Package Nutrition Symbols Generator for Canadian Food Packaging and Labelling. The webpage is now active and can be used by anyone to generate compliant Nutrient Symbols that will be mandatory on Pre-packaged foods that meet the…
Effective Traceability and Recall Traceability and Recall in the Food Industry is one important defence against major challenges. The ability to trace raw materials through your food supply chain permits you to quickly isolate specific lots of finished goods and bring them back in the event of a contamination or potential health hazard to consumers….
Prisoners in the U.S. are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands By Robin Mcdowell And Margie Mason February 1, 2024 Originally published in Food in Canada In this Aug. 18, 2011 photo, a prison guard rides a horse alongside prisoners as they return from farm work detail at the…
Amidst the vibrant world of food choices in grocery stores and kitchens, two unsung heroes work tirelessly to ensure our favorite foods remain safe and fresh: water activity (Aw) and pH. These seemingly unassuming factors wield significant influence over the shelf stability of foods. In this comprehensive exploration, we’ll delve into the science of how…
Savoring Success: How Grant Writing Fuels Innovation in the Canadian Food Industry The Canadian food industry is a thriving and diverse landscape, with a constant demand for innovation. Whether you’re a food entrepreneur, farmer, or researcher, securing financial resources is often the key to turning innovative ideas into reality. In this blog post, we’ll…
(Article) Chances are you’ve scanned your grocery bill for mistakes, but have you ever checked the weight of products you’ve bought? Some Ontario shoppers have uncovered packages of Cheerios and a Loblaws brand of potato chips that weighed far less than what was printed on the package. CBC News investigated both cases. Here are the details. Mislabelled Cheerios…
Every Food manufacturer, Importer, Exporter conducting business across Provincial boundaries must have a Preventive Control Plan (PCP). In the world of food production, safety is paramount. Consumers trust that the products they purchase are not only delicious but also free from harmful contaminants that could pose health risks. To meet these expectations and fulfill regulatory…
Exploring Front-of-Package Nutrition Labelling in Canada To help consumers make healthier decisions, Canada has implemented Front-of-Package (FOP) Nutrition Labelling. In today’s health-conscious world, making informed food choices is crucial. This initiative aims to provide easily accessible information about the nutritional content of packaged foods, supporting individuals in making better dietary choices. In this comprehensive guide, we…
New Opportunities in the Supplementation of Foods Supplemented Foods are prepackaged foods with one or more supplemental ingredients. Such ingredients include: vitamins, minerals, amino acids and caffeine The Supplemented Foods regulations were published to prevent the health and safety of consumers and to provide clear and predictable regulatory environment for supplemented foods. Categories of Foods…
BC Food Safety Regulations The Government of British Columbia enacted regulations in 2014 to enhance food safety in BC’s food processing industry. These regulatory changes require that as a food processor, you will need to develop, maintain and follow a written Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point – (HACCP) based food safety plan, as well as…
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