Tag: Canadian food safety

By law, the only additives to plain white milk sold in Canada are vitamins A and D, which are added for public health and nutrition reasons. So, does Canadian milk have additives beyond these two fortified nutrients? The answer reveals a highly regulated industry with strict prohibitions on many substances commonly used elsewhere.

According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, it is not unusual for raw poultry to be contaminated with Salmonella. The short answer to whether Canadian chicken is Salmonella free is no, but comprehensive measures are in place to reduce the risk. Understanding these measures and following proper food handling procedures are critical for consumer health.