Canada is launching plans to strengthen its food safety system, setting a 30-day public consultation to finalize industry and consumer input on the proposals.
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The programme foresees a more preventative regulatory system, broader federal government authority over imports and food safety systems, faster action to protect the public and speedier recalls.
Current penalties are insufficient and “out of line with the harm that violations can cause”, according to a statement, noting Canada’s highest penalty for breaching food safety regulations is now $5,000, far less than in the US or EU.
The proposals encourage industry and government initiatives to better identify importers, track imports and work with foreign authorities to verify food safety in countries of origin. Product labelling will also be reviewed.
Collaboration with trading partners will ensure compatibility of regulatory and inspection regimes, and work will continue with the US and Mexico to identify and stop unsafe food from entering North America.
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By GlobalDataCanadian consumers will be encouraged to seek more information on-line and subscribe to email recall and allergy alerts.
