Advocacy
Reports on food safety testing
Protecting consumers by safeguarding Canada’s food supply is one of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s top priorities. The Agency conducts sampling and testing to detect food hazards and verify that industry is meeting federal food safety requirements.
Check out the latest food safety testing reports:
Find more food safety testing reports on our website.
Federal
The next ISO 9001:2026 edition is coming this fall | Standards Council of Canada
With over 1 million certifications issued worldwide, ISO 9001 remains the gold standard in quality management and has become a common language for performance, reliability and continual improvement.
But the world has changed. Organizations today operate in environments defined by complexity, rapid change and rising expectations. ISO 9001:2026 responds to this shift by aligning quality more closely with leadership priorities, decision-making and organizational culture.
Canadian farmers need modern tools to protect their crops and stay competitive. By investing in innovative agricultural technology, the Government of Canada is helping producers build a more resilient sector.
Dandurand to distribute Dunville’s Irish Whiskey in Canada – Food In CanadaFood In Canada
Dandurand will represent Dunville’s portfolio of Irish whiskeys across Canada.
The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, announced the Canadian Commercial Corporation’s (CCC’s) new government-to-government agreement with the Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) for the supply of Canadian potash from Canpotex.
This new agreement will diversify Canada’s trade, secure long-term demand for Canadian potash and support Bangladesh’s food security while supporting Canadian workers.
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.
- Allowing use of pesticides in vertical farms (PRO2026-03) Open Consultation Posted: September 9, 2026
Provincial
Alberta launches tariff portal for businesses | alberta.ca
A new online portal has launched for businesses to directly inform government about the impact of tariffs and counter-tariffs on their operations, jobs and growth.
Government eliminates apprenticeship fees to make program more accessible and affordable – gnb.ca
Government eliminates apprenticeship fees to make program more accessible and affordable
Decision aims to help those in training and employers who need tradespeople
USA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is informing cosmetic product facilities, retailers, and industry responsible persons that the agency does not provide certificates or other documents to verify compliance for cosmetic product facility registration.
Cosmetic product facility registration and cosmetic product listing is neither a cosmetic approval program nor a promotional tool. The assignment of a facility registration number or product listing number does not indicate FDA approval of the facility or its cosmetic products.
Browse Data and Analysis | USDA Foreign Agricultural Service
World Agricultural Production
Monthly report on crop acreage, yield and production in major countries worldwide. Sources include reporting from FAS’s worldwide offices, official statistics of foreign governments, and analysis of economic data and satellite imagery. The report reflects official USDA estimates released in the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE).
Ninety-four percent of U.S. adults say they are concerned about the frequency of food recalls, up slightly from 93% in 2025, according to a new consumer survey commissioned by GS1 US. At the same time, fewer people believe food recalls are effective in protecting public health and safety (80% compared to 85% in 2025), underscoring consumers’ diminishing trust in the U.S. food supply, GS1 US said.
Converting agricultural commodities to ready-to-eat food should begin as early as possible to maintain safety, according to Eric Wilhelmsen, Ph.D., CFS.
International
ECHA’s Committee for Risk Assessment (RAC) agrees to keep glyphosate’s current classification as causing serious eye damage and being toxic to aquatic life. Based on a wide-ranging review of scientific evidence, the committee again concludes that classifying glyphosate as a carcinogen is not justified.
Reducing antimicrobial use in agriculture is essential to slow the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). But protecting consumers from antibiotic-resistant bacteria requires more than stewardship alone, according to a new review by authors from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Safety Share
Safety is important when it comes to playpens, especially those with zippered openings.
Events
Registration Foreign Body Identification: Tools, Techniques, and Real-World Investigations
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
Join our experts as they discuss the range of analytical approaches available for foreign body identification. Drawing from extensive experience, they will share practical tips, common challenges, and key limitations associated with these technologies. Through real-world NQAC case studies, attendees will gain valuable insight into the process of investigating and identifying foreign materials.
Join AIB Education and Research for this free, 45-minute webinar designed to cut through the regulatory noise. We will map out what is final, what is proposed, and where your quality, product, and packaging teams need to pivot next to ensure USA market readiness.
PPWR Regulations: What You Need to Know and How NSF Can Support Your Packaging Claims for EU Market Access FREE Webinar October 8, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM EDT
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces new requirements that will impact food-contact packaging across the supply chain. With key provisions taking effect in August 2026, now is the time to understand what these changes mean for your organization.
Join NSF experts for a practical discussion on what you need to know today, what’s still evolving, and how to prepare for future compliance expectations.
Global Framework on Chemicals Information Session
September 24 2026, 11AM – 12PM ET.
Please join Health Canada virtually to learn more about the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC), the upcoming First International Conference (IC1), and Canadian perspectives on the GFC’s objectives and targets from the recently conducted GFC Survey.
During this information session, we will invite you to share any updates or ongoing work you would like to highlight for other members. Health Canada will also share more information about IC1 and mechanisms to engage with other members and focal points.
Please register in advance for this event:
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