Canadian Food Inspection Agency

​A targeted survey analysed 1730 samples of imported fresh leafy herbs for the presence of Cyclospora cayetanensis, Cryptosporidium species and Toxoplasma gondii. 99.8% of the samples tested were found to be satisfactory. Overall, our survey results indicate that imported fresh leafy herbs sold...

​A targeted survey analysed 1782 samples of imported fresh berries for the presence of Cyclospora cayetanensis, Cryptosporidium species and Toxoplasma gondii. 99.9% of the samples tested were found to be satisfactory. Overall, our survey results indicate that imported fresh berries sold in Canada...

​The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) conducts surveillance of raw, ready-to-eat (RTE) and heat-treated non-RTE meat products, to verify the accurate representation of the species declared on the product label and whether species substitution has occurred. Samples were tested using an...

​A targeted survey analysed 584 samples of frozen raw coconut meat for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella species, Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157, generic E. coli and Aerobic Colony Count. Almost all (99.8%) of the samples tested were found to be free of pathogenic bacteria. The...

​This report summarizes testing results from both the NCRMP and the FSO Program in food samples collected between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Over 120,000 tests for residues of veterinary drugs, pesticides, metals, and contaminants were performed on more than 15,000 NCRMP and FSO monitoring...

​This report summarizes testing results from both the NCRMP and the fresh fruit and vegetable portion of the FSO Program in food samples collected between April 1, 2018 and March 31, 2019 (hereafter referred to as 2018/19). Over 115,000 tests for residues of veterinary drugs, pesticides, metals,...

​100% of the 787 samples of dried coconut tested for bacterial pathogens and indicators were satisfactory.

​Over 99.9% of the 1762 samples of ready-to-eat dried powdered spices tested for bacterial pathogens and indicators were satisfactory.

​This dataset file and the results contained support and correlate with the CFIA Food Safety Bulletin Report - Bisphenol A and BPA Alternatives in Canned Meat, Fish and Seafood - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018.

​This dataset file and the results contained support and correlate with the CFIA Food Safety Bulletin Report - Bisphenol A and BPA Alternatives in Selected Foods - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017.

The main objectives of the 2020 CFP were to: collect data and assess the compliance of infant foods to Canadian standards for residues of pesticides, veterinary drugs and metals/elements collect data on aflatoxin M1 levels in yogurt/yogurt beverages and pudding Previous years have analyzed...

The main objective of this targeted survey was to generate information on the presence and levels of non-permitted colours in red palm oils available on the Canadian retail market. Colours are added to foods to compensate for the natural colour loss due to processing, to achieve a uniform product...

​4331 samples of ready-to-eat meat were tested for bacterial pathogens and indicators. 99.7% of the samples were satisfactory.

​Over 99.9% of the 5206 samples of pasteurized cheese tested for bacterial pathogens and indicators were satisfactory.

​98.9% of the 1165 samples of ready-to-eat fish and seafood tested for bacterial pathogens and indicators were satisfactory.

​A targeted survey tested 3172 samples of baby leafy vegetables for the presence of the pathogens Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella species, and E. coli O157. Over 99.5% of the samples tested were found to be satisfactory. When necessary, the CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No...

Food adulteration is an increasing problem within the food industry. Food adulteration or misrepresentation is the intentional and deliberate substitution, dilution, counterfeiting or misrepresentation of food, ingredients or packaging, or labels containing false or misleading statements about...

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens and gluten in bakery products with gluten-free claims. Of the 287 samples tested, 26 samples were found to contain undeclared gluten and/or allergens such as...

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain additional information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens and gluten in hot drink and instant coffee mixes. Of the 293 samples tested, 7 samples were found to contain undeclared gluten and/or allergens such as...

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain additional information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens and gluten in protein substitute/vegetarian meat products. Of the 290 samples tested, 12 samples were found to contain undeclared gluten or allergens such as...