What is a ‘split audit’? Can operations choose to split their CanadaGAP audit?
A split audit occurs when the audit takes place over two or more on-site visits that are separated in time (e.g.,
Can an operation maintain their CanadaGAP records in a language other than English or French? Can the audit be carried out in a different language?
All CanadaGAP audits are conducted in either English or French. While the auditee may use and maintain written records and procedures
During an audit, who can answer the auditor’s questions? Does it have to be the owner of the operation, or can it be another person who works there? Can it be a consultant?
Certification Bodies (CBs) are required to train and regularly refresh auditors on the limits of the role of a consultant during
Can an operation request an extension on the expiry date of their certificate?
CanadaGAP certificates are valid for 12 months. In exceptional cases, an operation can request from their Certification Body an extension of
What if an operation grows a commodity (e.g., oranges, bananas) that is not listed in the scope for production? Can production of that commodity be included in their CanadaGAP certification?
No. Only those commodities listed for production in the CanadaGAP manuals can be included under the scope for production on a CanadaGAP certificate.
An operation is growing edamame (fresh young soybeans that are harvested green), can they be CanadaGAP certified?
Yes. The operation would follow the Fruit and Vegetable manual (and any specific Combined Vegetable requirements). Edamame would fall under beans.
An operation is growing artichokes. Are these included in the scope of the CanadaGAP program?
Yes, there are two different types of artichokes that are included in the scope of the CanadaGAP program. The first is
How do unannounced audits work?
Option A1, A2, E and F (not GFSI recognized) Options B, C and D What kind of notice is provided by
Does having an unannounced audit for an operation enrolled in Option A1/A2 affect their audit cycle or random audit selection?
If an operation is enrolled in Option A1 or A2 (4-year audit cycle), there is no change to the way the audit
Who will have an unannounced audit?
The unannounced audit programme is for operations enrolled in all certification options. For Options C, D, E and F: Each year