More foods are being recalled in Canada including meat that sent 7 to hospital
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More foods are being recalled in Canada including meat that sent 7 to hospital
Watch out, Canada — there’s a new round of food recalls in Canada, and the latest list from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a doozy.
If you’ve done a grocery run recently, you might want to double-check what’s in your fridge and freezer, because more products are being pulled from shelves across the country — and one of them is linked to a national salmonella outbreak that’s already sent seven people to hospital, with health officials warning more cases are possible.
The latest CFIA recalls in Canada include a range of eats, from salami and frozen appetizers to sauces and even sweet summer treats. Some are being yanked due to undeclared allergens, while others are due to salmonella contamination, including the aforementioned outbreak.
So far, the Public Health Agency of Canada says at least 57 lab-confirmed cases of salmonella illness have been linked to the ongoing outbreak — with seven people hospitalized and the potential of more cases popping up as the investigation continues. But the meat recall behind the outbreak is just one of several product recalls Canadians need to know about right now.
Whether you’re meal-prepping or packing up snacks for summer road trips, you might want to check your grocery haul. Here’s a look at the latest CFIA recalls from the past week — and what to do if you already brought one of these items home.
Popsicle tubes
Binggrae Power Cap, Watermelon Flavored Ice Tube, 6 x 130 ml.Panda Foods
Recalled products: Binggrae Power Cap, Watermelon Flavored Ice Tube, 6 x 130 (780) ml — all codes where milk is not declared on the label
Recall reason: Seasia Foods Ltd. is recalling several batches of Binggrae brand Power Cap, Watermelon Flavored Ice Tube due to undeclared milk. These ice tubes were stocked in Alberta, B.C., Ontario and Quebec and could pose a health risk for people with milk allergies or lactose intolerance.
The issue has triggered multiple recalls in recent months — including one back in April for a different batch of the same product. The recall initially covered specific lot codes, but the latest CFIA notice has expanded the recall to “all codes where milk is not declared on the label.”
If milk is a concern for you or someone in your household, check your freezer and avoid eating any of the affected items. They should be returned or thrown out right away.
Published/updated: June 11, 2025
Salami
Rea- and Bona-brand salami.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- Bona Mild Genova Salami, variable size — lot code 5035 226
- Rea Genoa Salami Sweet, variable size —lot codes 5035 226 and 5049 226
- Rea Genoa Salami Hot, variable size — lot codes 5020 228 and 5035 228
Recall reason: Marini Foods Limited has issued a major recall for multiple lots of Rea- and Bona-brand salami products due to salmonella contamination — and the situation has escalated into a full-blown public health investigation. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, these deli meats are linked to an outbreak that has sickened at least 57 people across two provinces, with 44 cases in Alberta and 13 in Ontario. Seven people have been hospitalized so far, and officials say more illnesses may still be reported in the coming weeks.
The affected salami was distributed to grocery stores, specialty markets, restaurants, cafes, delis and butcher shops in Alberta, Ontario and Manitoba. Some of the products may have been sold pre-sliced at deli counters or used in prepared foods like sandwiches, making it harder for consumers to know if they were exposed. If you’re unsure whether the meat you bought or ate is part of this recall, the PHAC advises contacting the retailer directly — and when in doubt, throw it out or take it back to the store.
Salmonella symptoms can kick in anywhere from 6 to 72 hours after exposure and typically include fever, chills, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. While many people recover on their own, the infection can be serious — even life-threatening — especially for young children, older adults, pregnant people and those with weakened immune systems.
In this case, the PHAC says the salmonella strain involved is resistant to several antibiotics, including streptomycin, kanamycin, ampicillin and sulfisoxazole. Though treatment isn’t usually needed for mild cases, the resistance may limit options for more severe infections. If you have any of the recalled deli meat at home — or recently purchased salami and aren’t sure of its source — you’re urged to toss it or return it to the store.
Published/updated: June 10, 2025
Tahini
Bornibus Tehina, 240 g.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled product: Bornibus Tehina, 240 g — lot codes 5013HB 01/2027
Recall reason: The Market Garden is recalling a batch of this tahini due to potential salmonella contamination. The affected jars were sold at The Market Garden at 810 Catherine St. in Victoria, B.C. This is unrelated to the salmonella outbreak related to the salami recall above, and no illnesses have been reported so far in Canada — although the CFIA says the recall was triggered by a similar one in another country.
Salmonella can cause serious symptoms like fever, vomiting and diarrhea, and it can be especially dangerous for young kids, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. If you have this product at home, throw it out or return it to the store.
Published/updated: June 5, 2025
Shrimp appetizers
North Shore Fishery recalled shrimp products.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Recalled products:
- North Shore Fishery Frozen Breaded Shrimp Patties, 400 g (10 pieces) — best before 2026.09.06, lot code VN443IV030
- North Shore Fishery Frozen Tempura Shrimp Roll, 300 g (10 pieces) — best before 2026.09.07, lot code VN443IV030
Recall reason: Watson Enterprises Inc. is recalling two frozen seafood items under the North Shore Fishery brand due to undeclared allergens. The affected shrimp patties and tempura shrimp rolls were stocked in B.C. and Manitoba, and may contain egg, soy and milk — none of which are listed on the labels.
This poses a serious risk for anyone with allergies or sensitivities to those ingredients. The CFIA says the issue was discovered through routine testing, and no allergic reactions have been reported so far. If these products are in your freezer, you should throw them out or return them to the store.
Published/updated: June 4, 2025
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