Advocacy
Terrestrial animal products and by-products import policy – inspection.canada.ca
The final version of the Terrestrial Animal Products and By-products Import Policy is now published on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website. The old version of the policy has now been retired and is no longer accessible.
The policy applies to the import of animal products and by-products such as:
• meat and poultry products
• milk products
• egg products
• pet food and chews
• hides and skins, feathers, and wool
• hunting trophies
• rendered products
• honey and other bee products
• laboratory samples
Federal
Debunking myths: Making or trading food in Canada – inspection.canada.ca
Canada’s dynamic food landscape is supported by rigorous standards behind the scenes. The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) play a big role in ensuring food safety. This article from CFIA will bust some common myths to help businesses meet the federal food requirements and obtain their Safe Food for Canadians licence.
What to know about CBP’s tariff refund process launching Monday | Supply Chain Dive
The U.S. Court of International Trade issued a ruling last month finding that International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs struck down in February must be refunded. There is still a lingering sense of unease in the trade community over the possibility of an eventual appeal by the administration, according to Bryan Graiff, who leads manufacturing and distribution for accounting and consulting firm Armanino.
The federal government says 10 provinces and the Yukon are on track to allow consumers to buy Canadian alcohol directly from producers by next month.
All 10 provinces and the Yukon signed an agreement last year to allow consumers to order Canadian wine, spirits, beer and other alcoholic beverages for personal consumption directly from producers.
Here is this week’s new publication under Environment and Climate Change Canada’s and Health Canada’s Chemicals Management Plan (CMP):
| Alkyl Halides Group Final Assessment Risk Management Approach Canada Gazette Notice for the Final Assessment | The final assessment for the Alkyl Halides Group has been published. It is concluded that one substance, Propane, 1-bromo- (also known as 1-bromopropane) may be harmful to human health and meets the criteria under section 64(c) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA). A risk management approach has been published concurrently to outline the proposed risk management actions. It is also concluded that the remaining three substances do not meet any of the criteria set out in section 64 of CEPA. |
May 1, 2026, will mark the official termination of the longstanding Sampling and testing protocol for Canadian flaxseed exported to the European Union (the Protocol). Removal of this non-tariff barrier, that has been in place since 2009, is a recognition of the safety, reliability and quality of Canadian agricultural and agri-food exports. This demonstrates the strength of the Canada-EU Strategic Partnership and a shared commitment to resolving long-standing trade irritants through cooperation and dialogue.
PMRA Recent postings of consultations and decisions
The Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) is responsible for pesticide regulation in Canada. The public registry is where you can learn more about all pest control products registered for use in Canada.
- Sulphur (RVD2026-01) Decision Posted: April 23, 2026
- AQUABAC II XT Biological Larvicide, containing Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. Israelensis serotype H-14, strain BMP-144 (PRD2026-07) Open consultation Posted: April 20, 2026
Provincial
Stronger Air Quality Regulations Effective June 1 | Government of Nova Scotia News Releases
As Nova Scotia continues to grow and welcome projects that will create good-paying jobs and make the economy stronger, updated Air Quality Regulations will ensure the province’s air remains clean, healthy and safe.
Ontario achieves safety training harmonization goals | Canadian Occupational Safety
Ontario Labour Minister David Piccini says labour ministers across Canada have taken an unprecedented step toward “one Canada, one standard”, but safety professionals caution divergent provincial laws still threaten true harmonization.
As Canada works to strengthen internal trade and build a more resilient economy from within, the Government of Canada is supporting Atlantic Canadian food and beverage companies to grow their presence in domestic and international markets through participation in SIAL Canada.
B.C. supports more communities in diverting organic waste, reducing emissions
Second round of CleanBC Organics funding provided
USA
FDA Achieves Year 1 Goals in Reducing Animal Testing in Drug Development | FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it achieved its key first-year goals in the implementation of its April 2025 Roadmap to Reducing Animal Testing in Preclinical Safety Studies, marking one year of transformative action to modernize drug development through innovative, human-relevant science.
May 11 is the new deadline for comment on the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed amendments to chemical facility safety provisions under its Risk Management Program rule.
The initial comment deadline was April 10. EPA says the extension is in response to stakeholder requests.
A persistent, multidrug-resistant (MDR) strain of Salmonella Infantis, known as REPJFX01, has increased in both human infections and chicken sources in the U.S. since 2016, according to a recent study analyzing federal surveillance data.
Sensient invests $250M to expand natural food dye production | Food Dive
Ingredients supplier Sensient Technologies is investing up to $250 million to expand natural color production as it races to capitalize on a surge in reformulation demand from food companies shifting away from artificial dyes.
A recent study evaluated the migration of non-intentionally added substances from biodegradable food contact films made of polybutylene succinate (PBS), polylactic acid (PLA), and their blends.
The findings show that, although biopolymer blends may present a sustainable food packaging solution, the processing involved in their manufacture may facilitate the increased release of some compounds. Additionally, temperature and fat content may increase migration.
International
The annual report 2025 demonstrates our strong commitment to protecting human health and the environment through high quality scientific and regulatory work. These efforts underline the importance of our role in implementing and supporting EU chemical safety legislation and policies.
A recent study conducted by researchers at the Universitat Politècnica de València and published in MDPI’s Foods has demonstrated the critical importance of swab choice for environmental monitoring in food production facilities, with sponges (embedded in neutralizer broth) significantly outperforming cotton swabs in terms of Listeria monocytogenes recovery.
What is Nestlé’s Sustainability Focus in 2026? | Sustainability Magazine
The Swiss multinational’s commitment to environmental responsibility has become increasingly central to its operations, with greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets forming a cornerstone of its strategic direction.
Safety Share
The Residential Detectors Regulations require that smoke detectors, heat actuated fire detectors and smoke alarms in Canada meet the applicable Canadian standards. The product does not have a Canadian certification mark and it is unknown if the alarm operates in the presence of smoke, posing a potential fire hazard.
Events
Food Safety Virtual Training Courses Presented by National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)
The Food Safety Excellence program provides Ontario meat processors with access to free, National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)-delivered food safety courses designed to build confidence, strengthen food safety systems and support continuous improvement. Each session is instructor-led and each attendee will receive a certificate upon successful completion.
Eligibility: Free training is available only to provincially licensed meat plants in Ontario.
April 21-22, 2026 & April 28-29, 2026
This course is designed for processors who want to build, implement and maintain a robust HACCP-based food safety system aligned with Codex and GFSI expectations.
Allergen Uncertainty: Risk Assessment, Reference Doses, and Codex Management Guidance Registration May 6, 2026 | 2:00 PM EDT
Designed for food manufacturers, quality leaders, and regulatory professionals, this webinar will provide practical guidance to strengthen allergen management programs through science-based, globally aligned strategies
Agenda – Food Safety Summit | Food Safety Magazine May 11–14 2026 | Rosemont, IL | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
The Food Safety Summit is just weeks away—and this is one of your last opportunities to join the industry’s most trusted food safety community in person.
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