Are garlic scapes (garlic stem/flower) included in the scope of the CanadaGAP program?
Garlic scapes (stem/flower) are thin, vibrant green stalks that grow from the garlic bulb. The scapes first grow straight out of
How does an operation become certified?
Step 1 is to have a food safety program in place and at least three months of records. To download the
Who needs to be CanadaGAP®-certified?
The certification program is open to companies involved in production, handling and brokerage of fresh fruits and vegetables who need to
We need a food safety expert to help us implement our CanadaGAP program. Does CanadaGAP provide consulting services or publish a list of recommended consultants?
CanadaGAP does not provide technical consulting services to individual operations. CanadaGAP does not recommend specific consultants. There are many who offer
What does the CanadaGAP Program Management Manual contain and how does it apply to program participants?
The CanadaGAP Program Management Manual describes how the certification program works, and includes information about auditor and certification body requirements. Details
I need GFSI certification. Can CanadaGAP help?
CanadaGAP is one of several food safety programs recognized internally by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). CanadaGAP offers GFSI-recognized certification
Do I need a licence if I am CanadaGAP certified?
CanadaGAP certification does not replace a licence under the new Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), IF your company needs to
If I need a licence, how do I obtain one?
The first step to obtaining a licence is to sign up for My CFIA. The CFIA has a video to help
Why does CFIA need to do an inspection if I’m already CanadaGAP-certified? Why isn’t my CanadaGAP audit enough for CFIA?
Government will never accept a private industry program doing inspection work for them. CFIA is obligated to enforce the regulations. CFIA
Will every farm/company have a CFIA inspection each year, in addition to their annual CanadaGAP audit?
No, CFIA has limited resources. Not everyone will have an inspection, let alone every year. CFIA will be using a risk-based