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CTV News
09-07-2025
- Health
- CTV News
RECALL: Pickled seafoods sold in stores and on Facebook
People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobsters by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc. (MAPAQ) People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobster packaged in glass jars and sold at room temperature by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc. 'These products could promote the growth of Clostridium botulinum bacteria,' said the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ). The items affected include pickled whelks (140 g) and pickled lobster (145 g) sold until July 7, 2025. MAPAQ explains that the items were sold by the retailer, on Facebook and various other establishments. 'Anyone who has one of these products in their possession is advised not to consume it,' the agency notes. 'They should return it to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away.' MAPAQ People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobsters by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc. (MAPAQ) Anyone with symptoms related to the consumption of the products is advised to consult a health care professional. 'Even if the products in question show no signs of spoilage or have no suspicious odour, consuming them may pose a health risk,' MAPAQ states. The agency says no cases of illness have been reported.
CTV News
05-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
RECALL: Undeclared sesame in plant-based chicken by Oplante
People with a sesame allergy are being advised to avoid eating plant-based chicken by Oplante due to the presence of the undeclared allergen. (MAPAQ) People with a sesame allergy are being advised to avoid eating plant-based chicken by Oplante due to the presence of the undeclared allergen. 'It was packaged in a transparent plastic bag,' Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) states. 'The product was sold frozen.' The warning has been issued as a precautionary measure and only applies to people with a sesame allergy. 'Anyone in possession of this product is advised not to eat it. They should return it to the store where they bought it or throw it away,' MAPAQ adds. 'If you have any symptoms related to the consumption of a product, it is advisable to consult a health professional.' MAPAQ says it has not received any reports of allergic reactions associated with the consumption of the food.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- Business
- CTV News
RECALL: Spicy marinated eggplant by Moabi Gourmet
Anyone who bought spicy marinated eggplant prepared and sold by Moabi Gourmet in Montreal is being warned not to consume it. (MAPAQ) Anyone who bought spicy marinated eggplant that was prepared and sold by Moabi Gourmet in Montreal is being warned not to consume it by Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ). 'It has not been prepared and packaged in a way that ensures its safety,' the ministry states. 'This product could promote the proliferation of Clostridium botulinum bacteria.' The items affected are spicy pickled eggplant (aubergine), 750 ml, sold until the end of December 2024. The ministry notes that the product has a long shelf life. 'The product was packaged in a glass jar with a metal lid,' MAPAQ notes. 'It was sold at room temperature. In addition to the product name, the label also includes the word 'ÉBÈNE.'' The recall has been issued as a precautionary measure. 'Anyone in possession of the product is advised not to consume it,' the agency adds. 'They should return it to the store where they bought it or throw it away.' Even if the product does not show any signs of spoilage, it could still encourage the proliferation of the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. 'When ingested, food contaminated with the toxin of this bacterium can cause the following symptoms: facial paralysis, unresponsive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, blurred vision and slurred speech,' MAPAQ warns. 'In severe cases, the disease can cause death.' No cases of illness associated with the consumption of the product have been reported. Anyone experiencing symptoms is advised to consult a health care professional.
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Health
- CTV News
RECALL: Undeclared allergens in Pronto Prêt À Manger meals
Some meals sold by Pronto Prêt À Manger are being recalled for undeclared allergens. (MAPAQ)
