Several food and consumer product recalls have been issued recently in Canada, affecting major retailers like Metro, Food Basics, Sobeys, FreshCo, and Costco. The recalls, which include food items, toys, and household products, have raised health and safety concerns.
Among the notable food recalls is the Boursin brand Dairy-Free Garlic & Fine Herbs Plant-Based Spread, which has been pulled from shelves in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan. The recall was triggered by undeclared milk, making it unsafe for individuals with milk allergies. The affected spread, sold in 170-gram sizes with a best-before date of August 7, 2025, was available at various retailers, including Metro and Sobeys.
In Ontario, Alexander’s Fudge Cookies n’ Cream Fudge has been recalled due to undeclared wheat. This poses a serious risk to those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. The fudge, sold in 225-gram packages, carries the UPC 6 28250 24007 8, with a best-before date of September 25, 2025.
Another recall linked to a salmonella outbreak involves the Dubai brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate. These chocolate bars, sold online and in Quebec, are associated with a broader salmonella outbreak tied to pistachios. The recall includes chocolate bars with the UPC 6 11834 51237 1 and a product code of 225.174.
Andalos brand pastry products, such as baklava, have also been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. These pastries were sold in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and online, and are connected to the same salmonella outbreak that has sickened 52 people across Canada.
In consumer products, several items sold on Amazon have been recalled, including portable fire pits and the Terrug Fluffy Area Rugs, both posing fire hazards. The Hongyee brand USB Charger Station is another product recall, due to an electric shock risk, while the KidKraft Farm to Table Model Play Kitchen has been recalled due to a strangulation risk, following the tragic death of a child in the U.S.
Other recalls include the Kala Red Light Face Masks sold at Costco, which may cause harm due to unclear instructions and improper handling guidelines, and Fieldsheer brand merino wool heated socks, which have been recalled after reports of blisters and burns.
These recalls serve as a stark reminder for Canadian consumers to stay vigilant and check their products for safety. Consumers can report any health or safety concerns related to these items to Health Canada or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).