Safe Food for Canadians – the new licensing regime and other follow-on amendments to the CFIA Fees Notice

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched a 45-day consultation on certain changes required as a result of the coming into force of the Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations. This is a reminder that the consultation closes on Friday, September 7.

The Safe Food for Canadians Act brings with it a new licensing regime with related costs along with the repeal of the old food statutes. The CFIA is seeking feedback on proposed changes to certain parts of the CFIA Fees Notice to implement the licensing regime and align the Notice with the language and authorities found in the new legislation.

No changes to charges are being proposed at this time with two exceptions:

  • the removal of some fees, and
  • the introduction of a two-year licensing regime with an associated cost of $250 for the issuance of the licence, as communicated during the consultation on the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations.

All changes relate to new wording and authorities found in the Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations.

The CFIA is seeking feedback on the proposed changes so that stakeholder questions can be addressed and concerns can be considered.

More information is available on the CFIA website : Click here