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Quebec shoppers, get ready to double-check your grocery hauls again! A new round of food recalls has hit, including an expansion of the ongoing cucumber recall in Canada.
These product recalls, shared by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), highlight issues ranging from harmful bacteria like salmonella to undeclared allergens and unwanted foreign objects like insects and plastic pieces.
If this feels a bit like déjà vu, you’re not imagining it — last month’s cucumber recall has been expanded with a few additional brands and varieties flagged due to potential salmonella contamination.
Between produce, snacks and even spices, these recalls are affecting household brands like President’s Choice and Taylor Farms, and the CFIA is urging Canadians to toss or return these products if they’ve made it into their pantry or fridge.
Here’s a closer look at seven of the latest recalls in Quebec and the reasons and risks behind the advisories.
Oasis Treasures Pistachio Dubai Chocolate
Recalled product: Oasis Treasures Pistachio Dubai Chocolate, 340 g
Recall reason: Palm Bites Canada is recalling certain Oasis Treasures-brand Pistachio Dubai Chocolate due to potential salmonella contamination. These chocolate bars were sold in various provinces as well as online, and the CFIA is warning that the product shouldn’t be eaten or shared. “Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick,” the federal agency says. While there have been no illnesses reported as of now, “Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections.”
Last updated: December 10, 2024
President’s Choice Tellicherry Black Peppercorns
Recalled product: President’s Choice Tellicherry Black Peppercorns, 180 g — best-before dates from May 2025 to January 17, 2026
Recall reason: Loblaw Companies Limited has issued a nationwide recall for President’s Choice Tellicherry Black Peppercorns due to the presence of plastic pieces. This product, which was sold all across Canada, should not be consumed or used. If you’ve purchased it, return it to the store for a refund or throw it out to avoid any potential risks.
Last updated: December 6, 2024
President’s Choice recall notice
Choco Max Granola Coated Chewy Bars
Recalled product: Choco Max Granola Coated Chewy Bars – Chocolate Chip, 175 g — best before September 26, 2025
Recall reason: Biscuits Leclerc Ltée has issued a recall for Choco Max Granola-brand Coated Chewy Bars – Chocolate Chip due to undeclared peanuts. These snack bars were sold in Ontario and Quebec. People with peanut allergies should avoid consuming this product as it may cause severe allergic reactions. Consumers can return the affected bars to the place of purchase or throw them out.
Last updated: December 6, 2024
Choco Max Granola recall notice
Pamela cucumbers
Recalled products:
- Whole fresh American cucumbers packaged in a “Pamela” brand bulk cardboard container, a box with a sticker indicating “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.,” or a clear “PamPak” brand bag of 6 cucumbers
- Pamela-brand cucumbers sold from October 12 to November 29, 2024
Recall reason: Baloian Farms of Arizona Co., Inc. has issued a recall for whole fresh American cucumbers due to potential salmonella contamination. These cucumbers, sold under the Pamela and PamPak brands or packaged in boxes labelled “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.,” were distributed in Alberta and B.C., but could also have been sold elsewhere across Canada. Consumers should avoid any related cucumbers sold between October 12 and November 29, 2024. While no illnesses have been reported in Canada, salmonella can cause fever, nausea, diarrhea and more severe symptoms in vulnerable individuals.
Last updated: December 4, 2024
Pamela cucumber recall notice & consumer advisory
SunFed cucumbers
Recalled products:
- SunFed Field cucumbers sold from October 12 to November 29, 2024
- SunFed Slicer cucumbers sold from October 12 to December 4, 2024
Recall reason: Last month’s SunFed cucumber recall has been expanded to include field and slicer cucumbers, also due to potential salmonella contamination. These products, which may have been sold loose or in bulk without a brand name, originate from Mexico and were distributed in Alberta, B.C., Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan, with possible distribution elsewhere in Canada. No illnesses have been reported in Canada so far, but salmonella can cause symptoms like fever, abdominal cramps and diarrhea, with severe risks for vulnerable groups.
Last updated: December 4, 2024
Golden Swallow (Jin Yan) Dongguan Rice Vermicelli
Recalled product: Golden Swallow (Jin Yan) Dongguan Rice Vermicelli, 400 g — best before November 27, 2025 and January 14, 2026
Recall reason: New World Imports Ltd. has recalled Golden Swallow (Jin Yan) brand Dongguan Rice Vermicelli due to the presence of insects. This product was distributed in Alberta, B.C. and Quebec. If you have these noodles, you’re advised to toss them or return them to the store for a refund.
Last updated: December 4, 2024
Taylor Farms Sweet Kale Chopped Kit
Recalled product: Taylor Farms Sweet Kale Chopped Kit, 340 g — best before December 6, 2024
Recall reason: Taylor Fresh Canada Foods, ULC is recalling its Taylor Farms brand Sweet Kale chopped salad kit due to possible salmonella contamination. Sold in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, P.E.I. and Quebec, this product has not been linked to any reported illnesses in Canada.
Last updated: December 3, 2024
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