A “circular economy” is one that avoids waste and instead innovatively reuses or regenerates end products. That’s in contrast to today’s largely “linear” economy, in which products are dumped as waste after we’re finished with them — losing value and damaging our environment.
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Upcoming January 15, 2019 Safe Food For Canadians Regulations Licence (SFCR)
December 31, 2018
This notice is to inform importers and brokers that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency will be updating the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) to include the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) licence requirement for the food commodities that will require a SFCR licence on January 15, 2019.
Tips for a smooth SFC licence application
December 31, 2018
The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) come into force on January 15, 2019. At that time, most food businesses will need a Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licence to import, export or send food across provincial and territorial borders.
Here are some things you need to know that could slow down your licence application:
Safe Food for Canadians Regulations Manufacturer’s Declaration Form (CFIA/ACIA 5280) discontinuation
December 31, 2018
Effective January 15, 2019, the Manufacturer's Declaration Form (CFIA/ACIA 5280) will be discontinued. The CFIA will be issuing the Certificate of Free Sale (CFIA/ACIA 5786) if a certificate or trade document is required for the export of manufactured foods (products previously in the non-federally registered sector).
Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) webinar recording
December 31, 2018
The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) will be coming into force on January 15, 2019. To help food businesses and the industry prepare, the CFIA has been holding a series of SFCR webinars.