Food and Nutrition in Canada
Protect yourself and your family with Canadian consumer information on food safety and nutrition - food warnings and alerts, allergy alerts, and safe shopping, preparation and storage of food.
Listeria Investigation
The prime minister announces the terms of reference of an independent investigation into the outbreak of listeria from meat products which killed more than a dozen Canadians in 2008.
The prime minister announces the terms of reference of an independent investigation into the outbreak of listeria from meat products which killed more than a dozen Canadians in 2008.
Deadly Listeria Outbreak in Canada
A national and deadly outbreak of listeriosis has been linked to recalls of meat products from a Maple Leaf Foods plant in Toronto, and the numbers are likely to grow.
A national and deadly outbreak of listeriosis has been linked to recalls of meat products from a Maple Leaf Foods plant in Toronto, and the numbers are likely to grow.
Listeriosis
Risks, symptoms and precautions for Listeriosis.
Risks, symptoms and precautions for Listeriosis.
New Labelling Requirements for Food Allergies
In an effort to better protect Canadians with food allergies, Health Canada has introduced new labelling requirements for prepackaged foods.
In an effort to better protect Canadians with food allergies, Health Canada has introduced new labelling requirements for prepackaged foods.
MSG - Pros and Cons
The debate over Monosodium Glutamate (MSG). From Rhonda Parkinson, About.com Chinese Cuisine.
The debate over Monosodium Glutamate (MSG). From Rhonda Parkinson, About.com Chinese Cuisine.
Bottled Water
Safety facts on bottled water in Canada. From the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Safety facts on bottled water in Canada. From the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Canada's Food Guide
The official guide to healthy eating, from Health Canada.
The official guide to healthy eating, from Health Canada.
Cookware Safety in Canada
A review of different types of cookware used in Canada, safety practices and any potential risks. From Health Canada.
A review of different types of cookware used in Canada, safety practices and any potential risks. From Health Canada.
Food Labelling and Advertising in Canada
A comprehensive guide from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Includes nutrient and health-related claims.
A comprehensive guide from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Includes nutrient and health-related claims.
Food Recalls and Allergy Alerts
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency posts announcements here.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency posts announcements here.
Food Safety
Dozens of fact sheets on food safety, from storing leftovers to using microwave ovens properly. From the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Dozens of fact sheets on food safety, from storing leftovers to using microwave ovens properly. From the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Fresh Vegetables
Winnipeg's Peak of the Market has useful information on nutritional value, care, and preparation of a variety of common fresh vegetables.
Winnipeg's Peak of the Market has useful information on nutritional value, care, and preparation of a variety of common fresh vegetables.
Genetically Modified Food Issues
Does genetic modification improve the quality and nutritional value of food, or does it compromise safety? A look at the issues, from CBC Newsworld Online.
Does genetic modification improve the quality and nutritional value of food, or does it compromise safety? A look at the issues, from CBC Newsworld Online.
PEI Potatoes Consumers Guide
How to buy, handle, store and prepare Prince Edward Island Potatoes. From the PEI Potato Board.
How to buy, handle, store and prepare Prince Edward Island Potatoes. From the PEI Potato Board.
The Virtual Kitchen
Nutrition facts from the Dietitians of Canada. Entertaining format. (Just use a nickname to enter.)
Nutrition facts from the Dietitians of Canada. Entertaining format. (Just use a nickname to enter.)