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Discover how CFIA scientists are shaping the future of food safety, animal health and plant protection—visit the Cultivating Science blog for stories on their latest research and innovations.

Why the CFIA advocates prudent use of antimicrobial drugs

Antimicrobial resistance is a complex issue. It is the root cause for why antibiotics are increasingly less effective in treating infections in both humans and animals.

Science and innovation

Animal health

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Science in action: protecting people with allergies

2.6 million Canadians are affected by food allergies. So how does the CFIA help to protect you and your loved ones?

Science and innovation

Food safety

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Food from abroad, home-grown safety standards

The CFIA’s Foreign Verification targets establishments that manufacture, distribute, re-pack or re-label food for export to Canada.

Food safety

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Panama really likes the aroma of Canadian Christmas trees

The CFIA’s quality management program secures the export of thousands of Christmas trees every holiday season.

Plant health

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Food fraud

Consumers care that what they think they are eating, is in fact what they are eating. The reality is that some food products may be misrepresented.

Food safety

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Food allergen labelling

The CFIA has resources to help food businesses understand food allergen labelling and comply with regulations.

Food safety

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Camping: what's the deal?

Did you know firewood can contain invasive species?

Plant health

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Tulips: what's the deal?

Did you know that the CFIA’s inspection activities have a surprising connection to the annual Canadian Tulip Festival?

Plant health

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Date modified:: 2026-04-13