Advocacy –
5 Road Safety Rules for the end of Daylight Saving Time
When Daylight Saving Time ends in Ontario in November, it’s only a one-hour difference – but it can still have a huge impact on your sleep cycle. Drowsiness behind the wheel is a leading cause of accidents, and studies have shown that the average number of collisions rises during evening rush hour in the 30 days following the time change. Stay ahead of the time change and be ready to make the switch safely with these road safety rules for Daylight Saving Time.
Federal
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is modernizing and simplifying import requirements for raw and processed egg products. This is advance notice of changes to import requirements that will be published on December 19, 2024.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says its investigation into an Ontario facility processing plant-based milk found it was not adhering to Health Canada’s policies on listeria prevention.
Health Canada authorizes new lipase source – Food In CanadaFood In Canada
Health Canada authorizes the use of lipase derived from Aspergillus niger strain PLR in the manufacture of bread, flour, whole wheat flour, pasta, and a range of unstandardized bakery items such as cakes, cookies, and tortillas.
Clean technologies and low-carbon solutions are a critical part for improving efficiency in Canada’s forest sector and lowering emissions while growing Canada’s economy. Developing and deploying these technologies and solutions not only helps to fight climate change but also creates new, sustainable jobs.
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.
· Iodocarb (3-iodo-2-propynyl butyl carbamate) (PSRD2024-02) Open Consultation Posted: October 30, 2024
Provincial
Larger fines for illegal slaughter, uninspected meat | alberta.ca
In response to the increase of illegal slaughter and sale of uninspected meat, Alberta’s government is increasing penalties to protect consumers.
Ontario Celebrates Excellence in the Agriculture and Food Industry | Ontario Newsroom
The Government of Ontario’s annual Excellence in Agriculture Awards for 2024 is recognizing farmers, processors, industry organizations, and businesses whose contributions are strengthening growth across the province’s $50.7 billion agri-food sector. Thirteen winners and 16 honourable mentions in agriculture excellence across 11 diverse categories are being honoured for their efforts this year.
USA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today is announcing the availability of a final Compliance Policy Guide (CPG) intended to provide the FDA’s current thinking on the adulteration of fish and fishery products with Scombrotoxin (histamine).
USDA pushes for more organic dairy in US schools
A new promotional initiative will create business opportunities for small and mid-sized organic dairies.
The CDC has named slivered onions processed by Taylor Farms and served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders as the source of illnesses in a deadly E. coli O157:H7 outbreak.
International
Three people have been sentenced today for their role in the large scale importation and distribution of unregulated pharmaceutical drugs into the UK from India where they were then repackaged and distributed internationally.
All news – ECHA European Chemical Agency
Hazardous chemicals found in cosmetic products
A pilot enforcement project by ECHA’s Enforcement Forum found that 6 % of inspected cosmetic products contained hazardous substances banned under POPs and REACH regulations.
Safety Share
What to expect when a Ministry inspector comes to your workplace
When an inspector from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development (MLITSD) arrives at your workplace, how the visit will go depends on why the inspector is there. “There are two types of inspector visits,” explains Kristin Onorato, Health and Safety Consultant with WSPS. “There are proactive visits and reactive visits. For proactive visits, the inspector is there to complete an inspection. For reactive visits, the inspector is there to investigate.”
Events
Ask The Barcode Experts – Fall Webinar Series GS1 Canada
GS1 Canada is back with a new series of free education webinars for small business owners. Whether you are new to barcodes or a long-time subscriber, we’ll help you meet trading partners’ requirements with our trusted tools and support.
Register | The registration page. (omafrabdb-events.ca) – Free Webinar: Getting Retail Ready
November 14 at 10:00am EDT
Join the Government of Ontario in collaboration with Sheri Evans, Local Development Specialist from Sobeys, for a free webinar on November 14, 2024 at 10:00am. This webinar will include information on how to grow your brand into retail, what you need to know and what the next steps are.