Food shoppers: make informed decisions by learning how to:
Read food labels
Food labels have a lot of useful information. Understand how to read food labels by learning more about:
- nutrition facts
- list of ingredients
- allergens
- dates
Understand best before dates
Did you know best before dates and expiration dates are not the same?
Best before date = Food freshness and quality
- Food can be eaten after that date, but it might not be at its best
- Check to see if you stored it properly because some foods become unsafe before they spoil
Learn more about best before dates.
Spot and report food fraud
Check labels for allergens
Before you shop, learn how to check labels for allergens. Stay informed on food recalls and allergy alerts by:
- checking the recalls and safety alerts
- signing up for email notifications
- following us on social media
You asked, we answered
Have you ever wondered: "Can I still eat that?" Check out our Instagram account for food safety topics about frozen food, canned goods and other food products.
Learn more
- Tips to support local businesses
- Shopping for Canadian food
- Under-weight and under-filled food products: 5 things to know and how to report it
- How to label allergens on your food product
- Videos, podcasts and articles about food fraud
- Find out where to report a food complaint or concern
- Recalls and safety alerts
- Information for consumers – Office of Consumer Affairs