Canada Issues Recalls on Popular Foods: Eggs, Chocolate, and Granola Bars
Attention, Canadians: It’s time to take a closer look at your kitchen cupboards. Several popular food items are being recalled across the country due to safety concerns.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued multiple food recalls, including staples like eggs, chocolate, granola bars, and more.
These recalls stem from serious issues such as salmonella contamination, undeclared allergens like nuts, and even foreign objects like metal fragments in certain products.
House-label brands from major grocery chains, such as No Name and Compliments, are among those affected, along with well-known names like MadeGood and Milka.
To ensure your safety, here’s a detailed breakdown of the recalls, the reasons behind them, and steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Recalled Products
Cape Breton Oatcake Society Oatcakes
- English Toffee, 2-Pack — All codes where almond is not declared in the ingredients list
- English Toffee, 12 units (6 x 2 Packs) — All codes where almond is not declared in the ingredients list
Reason for Recall: Undeclared almonds. These products, sold nationally and online, pose a severe risk for individuals with almond allergies. No allergic reactions have been reported so far.
Action Required: Check product labels and return affected items to the store of purchase.
Egg Products
Brands and Products:
- Compliments: Extra Large, Large, and Jumbo eggs (various sizes and packaging)
- Foremost, Golden Valley Eggs, No Name, Western Family: Eggs in multiple sizes and packaging options
Reason for Recall: Potential salmonella contamination in specific lots. Affected products were sold in B.C., Manitoba, Ontario, and possibly other regions.
Health Risks: Symptoms of salmonella include fever, nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Action Required: Dispose of or return the eggs to the store and verify lot codes and best-before dates on the CFIA website.
Sweet Cream Mini Patisserie
Products Affected:
- ~4 kg (4 boxes x 30 pieces)
- Tray A (1 kg, 30 pieces)
- Tray B (1 kg, 30 pieces)
Reason for Recall: Salmonella contamination linked to a serious outbreak with 61 confirmed cases and 17 hospitalizations.
Regions Affected: Distributed in Alberta, B.C., Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec through stores, bakeries, hotels, and other institutions.
Action Required: Discard or return the products to the store. If unsure about origin, contact the retailer.
Milka Bubbly Alpine Milk Chocolate
- Size: 90 g
- Best Before Date: April 25, 2025
Reason for Recall: Undeclared hazelnuts, posing a serious risk for individuals with nut allergies.
Regions Affected: Sold in Alberta, B.C., New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.
Action Required: Avoid consumption and return to the store.
MadeGood Granola Bars
Products Affected: Multiple flavors and sizes, including:
- Chocolate Banana, Chocolate Chip, Mixed Berry, Strawberry, Cookies & Crème
- Chocolate Drizzled Granola Bars (various flavors)
- Variety Packs (35-count and 7-count)
Reason for Recall: Contamination with metal pieces.
Regions Affected: Distributed nationwide in stores and online.
Action Required: Discard the products or return them to the retailer.
Important Reminder
For all recalls, check the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) website for detailed product codes and best-before dates. Always contact your retailer for clarification if needed.
