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17 Oct 2024

From Trend to Staple: Exciting Growth of Private-Label Food Brands

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageChicago, food retailers, grocery shopping, Loblaws, PLMA, private label brands, private label manufacturers association, Promotional strategies, Sobeys, value added retail

Have you noticed something different in your favourite grocery stores lately? More shoppers than ever are flocking to private-label products, and it's a thrilling transformation in the grocery landscape. This trend is not just a fleeting moment; it's becoming a staple of how we shop—offering both fantastic savings and top-notch…

22 Jul 2024

A Costly Oversight: Errors on Food Labels

Canadian Food Regulations, Creative Services, Food and Beverage, Product PackagingCanadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), CFIA, complaint packaging, Customer Safety, food compliance, food labelling, Food Recall, food safety, Recall, risk evaluation

07 Jun 2024

World Food Safety Day 2024

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, Natural Health Products (NHPs)canadian natural health, chfa, consumer safety, food safety, FSMA, health canada, natural health products, NHP, product license, SFCR, World Food Safety Day

This year, World Food Safety Day falls on Friday, June 7 The World Health Organization is focusing this year’s theme on the importance of being prepared for food safety incidents, no matter how mild or severe they can be. “Food safety incidents are situations where there is a potential or…

21 May 2024

Nutrition Analysis for NFt / NFP Creation

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and Beverage, Natural Health Products (NHPs), NHP RegulationsIngredient specifications, nutrtion

Your Guide to Compliance and Accuracy Are you curious about how a company determines which nutritional values appear on a food label? Or perhaps you have your own food brand and are unsure which method to use to meet regulatory labelling requirements in Canada or the United States? The team…

15 May 2024

Allergen Labelling & Recalls – What you need to know

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According to Food Allergy Canada, more than 3 million Canadians self-report having at least one food allergy and 1-in-2 Canadian households are impacted by food allergy. Accurate food labelling is crucial to make sure consumers get the required information about the product they are about to eat! What’s the risk?…

08 May 2024

Safe Food for Canadians License: A Guide for Importers

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Canadian food businesses that import, export, manufacture and store food are subject to the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA) and Regulations (SFCR). In order to obtain a Safe Food for Canadians importing license, the importer must have the following documented and implemented programs: Traceability Recall Customer Complaints Preventive Control…

02 May 2024

HACCP and Foreign Suppliers – What you should look for under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations

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The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations requires that imported foods are subject to the same level of hazard analysis and preventive food safety controls as food that is produced in Canada. Supplier assurances ensure HACCP aspects are in place and the food will be safe to import into the Canadian…

13 Mar 2024

How to Tell If a Supplement Is Legitimate

Canadian Food Regulations, Food and BeverageCFIA, dietary supplement, FDA, food industry, food labelling, food supply, health, ingredient quality, nutrients, regulations, supplement safety, supplements

In today's health-conscious world, supplements have become increasingly popular. Whether you're looking to boost your energy levels, improve your immune system, or support your overall well-being, the supplement market offers a plethora of options. However, with so many products available, it can be challenging to determine which ones are legitimate…

11 Mar 2024

We’re Presenting: Advantage Austria Food Webinars

Canadian Food Regulations, Events, Food and Beverage, Front-of-Pack (FOP) Labelling, Supplemented FoodsBob Cowie, canadian labelling, Erin Taraborrelli, food labelling, Front-of-Packaging, GHY International, Importing to Canada, Nutrition Labelling, Regulatory Affairs, Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, webinar

We're excited to announce two exclusive webinars hosted by Advantage Austria that will explore the intricate landscape of Canadian food regulations. Led by industry experts, these sessions promise to equip you with invaluable insights to navigate the regulatory framework in Canada effectively. Webinar 1: Overview of Canadian Food Labelling Date:…

01 Feb 2024

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Energy Drink Industry

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In a recent article released by the Government of Canada, concerns were raised about the safety of various brands of caffeinated energy drinks due to potential issues related to caffeine content and labelling. This announcement serves as a crucial reminder of the stringent regulations in place to protect consumers from…