The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has temporarily halted Goodfood’s license, a meal kit and grocery delivery service based in Montreal. The suspension of the Safe Food for Canadians license does not involve a product recall, as stated in a recent announcement by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
According to the regulations of Safe Food for Canadians, businesses involved in the production, processing, preservation, or packaging of food for interprovincial or international distribution must possess a valid license. CFIA mentioned that the license suspension will be lifted once the necessary corrective actions are implemented by the licensee.
In the instance of Goodfood, the compliance issues were linked to section four of the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, which focuses on preventive controls, as outlined by the federal agency. Failure to address these issues within 90 days of the suspension may result in license cancellation, as mentioned in the statement.
CFIA specified that Safe Food for Canadians licenses can be suspended for various reasons, such as non-compliance with regulatory standards, failure to pay associated fees, or posing a risk to public safety through continued operation.
A representative from Goodfood Market Corp. expressed disappointment with the license suspension at their Montreal facility but assured customers that their Calgary facility is operating normally. The company emphasized that their products are safe and meet stringent safety standards, with the suspension primarily concerning procedural matters rather than food safety issues.
Goodfood has initiated a review process of its file and is confident in addressing any perceived gaps promptly. The company expects minimal disruption to customer orders nationwide, with deliveries continuing as usual, albeit with some exceptions.
