Recalls

  • A Product Recall On “Hygaard Mini Sub Sandwiches” for Possible Bacterial Contamination

    A Product Recall On “Hygaard Mini Sub Sandwiches” for Possible Bacterial Contamination

    Hygaard Fine Foods, together with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), has announced a recall on specific batches of sandwiches. The sandwiches are believed to be contaminated with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product is sold in the market as “Hygaard Mini Sub Sandwiches.” The sandwiches are sold in 130-gram packs, having a UPC…

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  • A Hazard Alert on Specific Batches of Raw Mussels

    A Hazard Alert on Specific Batches of Raw Mussels

    In Ottawa, Canada, a hazard alert has been announced against specific lot codes of raw mussels. The affected mussels are believed to contain a shellfish toxin that can cause serious health risks to consumers. The raw mussels were harvested between the 2nd of October to the 14th of October. The mussels were harvested from sub-area…

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  • An Expansion On a Previously Announced Raw Oysters Alert

    An Expansion On a Previously Announced Raw Oysters Alert

    A public health alert and product recall that was announced October 15 has been expanded. The alert and recall now includes shucked oysters and raw oysters (in shell) that have been distributed to several processors of shellfish in the area of British Columbia. Canada’s Food Inspection Agency is warning the public not to consume the…

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  • A Health Alert For Certain Ready-to-Eat Seafood Products

    A Health Alert For Certain Ready-to-Eat Seafood Products

    In Ottawa, Canada, the CFIA has issued a health alert for certain ready-to-eat refrigerated fish products. The alert was issued in cooperation with the products’ manufacturer, Mannarich Food Incorporated. The affected products have been processed, are vacuum-packed and refrigerated. However, the CFIA has reason to believe that these seafood products are contaminated with the bacteria…

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  • An Expansion on a Previous Kimchi Alert

    An Expansion on a Previous Kimchi Alert

    A public alert and recall that was announced on October 15 has been expanded to include additional details. More kimchi products and additional product sizes have been added to the recall. The CFIA has previously warned that people allergic to fish, sesame and shrimp should refrain from eating the specified kimchi products. The products contain…

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  • Certain McCormick Products Recalled For Having Undeclared Milk

    Certain McCormick Products Recalled For Having Undeclared Milk

    The CFIA recently announced a health alert on certain gravy sauce mixes sold under the McCormick brand. The international roast gravy mix is believed to contain milk that has been undeclared in the product’s list of ingredients. The affected product is sold as “Roast Gravy Sauce Mix,” sold under the McCormick International brand, and sold…

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  • A Product Recall For Handi Brand Multigrain Bagels

    A Product Recall For Handi Brand Multigrain Bagels

    In Ottawa, Canada, food manufacturer Handi Foods Limited has issued a recall on its multigrain bagels for containing undeclared ingredients. The recall was made in cooperation with the CFIA. The Handi Brand’s multigrain bagels are said to contain sunflower seeds that have not been indicated as part of the product’s ingredients. The company is warning…

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  • A Health Alert for Specific Ground Beef That Might Have Small Metal Pieces

    A Health Alert for Specific Ground Beef That Might Have Small Metal Pieces

    Food company Sobeys Inc., in cooperation with the CFIA, has announced a health alert for specific batches of ground beef. The meat products are believed to contain small pieces of metal, which is dangerous to a person’s health when consumed. The affected ground meat was sold at only one Sobeys shop. This store’s location is…

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