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- A list of CFIA accredited certification bodies within Canada that certify organic products under Part 13 of the SFCR.
Program: Food
- Certification bodies accredited by the CFIA can cancel a holder's certification if the holder has not complied with any provision of the Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations or the issued organic…
Program: Food
- Guidance for Canadian Food Inspection Agency inspection staff on preventive control and traceability inspection procedures for food (system-based inspection).
Program: Food
- The CFIA has the authority to cancel the accreditation of a certification body if there is non-compliance with any provision of the Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations, or ISO 17065 requirements.
Program: Food
- In June, 2011, the Government of Canada entered into an arrangement on the trade of organic products with the European Union.
Program: Food
- Top questions with answers on the way to do business with the CFIA. This includes how to manage and track service requests online, including export certificates and permissions such as licenses, permits, and…
Program: Animals, Plants, Food
- General steps and conditions associated with making a nutrient content claim.
Program: Food
- This document provides information to consider to ensure the suitability of water for its intended use.
Program: Food
- The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) inspection staff on standard commodity inspection procedures related to grade verification for fruits and…
Program: Food
- Health claims are also subject to the General Principles for Labelling and Advertising. Some health claims require a premarket approval before their use.
Program: Food