Toolkit: Understanding Pesticides
This toolkit is designed to help people address misconceptions surrounding the use of agricultural pesticides.
How Chickens are Raised in Canada
Explore how chickens are raised in Canada following mandatory guidelines that prioritize animal well-being and food safety.
How Do Pesticides Protect Our Food?
Find out how research and improved farming methods ensure that pesticides are fulfilling the job they’re intended to do: to protect our food.
How Do You Know Canadian-Grown Food Is Safe?
Food safety is a shared responsibility of all those involved in food production. Health Canada is the government body responsible for creating the safety and nutritional quality regulations, policies and standards of all food sold in Canada.
Do I Need to Wash my Fruits and Veggies?
If you spend time on social media, you’re likely to come across influencers touting the benefits of washing fruits and vegetables using a specific method for safety reasons.
Questions About Hormones in Food?
Naturally occurring hormones are present in plants, meat, poultry & fish products. Get the facts about growth hormones in food.
The Dirty Dozen’s Dirty Secrets
Are pesticide residues found in the Dirty Dozen a health risk? To assess the risk of pesticide residues on our produce, we need to know a few simple things.
Pesticides and Paperwork
The use and availability of pesticides is regulated by Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA). The PMRA must deem products safe for people and the environment before farmers can use them.
How are Antibiotics Used in the Production of Chicken?
Ask a Veterinarian: How are antibiotics used in the production of chicken? Veterinarian, Dr. Tyra Dickson, answers the question.
Is Canada’s Food Safe?
Is Canada's food safe? Learn why food in Canada is safe and affordable.
A Stress Free Guide to Chicken and Food Safety
Foodborne illness can be prevented by handling food properly. Here is a guide to handling chicken and food safety.
Chicken from Farm to Table
Learn the different steps taken to get chickens from the farm to the table.
What Does the Best Before Date Really Mean?
Understand the difference between 'best before' dates, 'packed on' dates, and expiration dates on packaged foods.
Why Do Farmers Apply Fungicide?
In a perfect world there’d be no pests to deal with in our crops, but that’s not always the reality. Learn why farmers apply fungicide to their crop.
Food Safety Mistakes: Preventing Food Poisoning & Bacteria
Understand the importance of food safety to prevent food poisoning. Protect yourself and your loved ones from harmful bacteria.
5 Essential Food Safety Shopping Tips
Discover how to shop safely with these food safety shopping tips that help avoid contamination and extend shelf life.
What Temperature Should I Cook Meat To?
Use the internal cooking temperature guide to ensure your meats are perfectly cooked and safe to eat every time.
Food Safety Tips for Dining Out
Make informed choices when dining out with our food safety tips for dining out. Ensure your meals are prepared and served safely.
5 Tips for Preserving Food Safely
Preserving food is the perfect way to lock in the freshness of seasonal foods. Here are tips for preserving food safely.