CFIA’s Forward Regulatory Plan timelines delayed
CFIA recently announced that regulatory initiatives included in their 2019-2021 Forward Regulatory Plan are being delayed as a result of COVID-19. CFIA will review the timelines and communicate changes to stakeholders in the next few months. If members have any specific questions on the regulatory initiatives, they can be directed to CFIA by contacting [email protected]. […]
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
In April, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) launched an online survey to better understand employee absenteeism in the food processing sector due to COVID-19.The survey is a critical tool to help the government understand the scope of employee absenteeism issues affecting food companies in Canada. Results from Wave 1 confirmed that about half of the […]
COVID-19: Manufacturers survey details record high demand and production
Leading food and consumer goods manufacturers experienced up to 500 per cent increased demand in the last two weeks of March, an all-time high according to a new survey released today. 80 per cent of surveyed manufacturers increased production, particularly for their most in-demand food, cleaning, household, and health products. Food & Consumer Products of […]
Taking Care During Difficult Times
Managing Stress During the Pandemic It’s normal to have feelings of uncertainty and anxiety full article – https://www.canadianspiceassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/Taking-Care-During-Difficult-Times.pdf
COVID-19 will Change the Food Industry forever
Why COVID-19 will Change the Food Industry, forever https://www.foodincanada.com/opinions/why-covid-19-will-change-the-food-industry-forever/ Survey Suggests COVID-19 has Canadians worried about shopping at Grocery Stores https://www.foodincanada.com/food-in-canada/survey-suggests-covid-19-has-canadians-worried-about-shopping-at-grocery-stores-144093/ IFT20 Annual Event and Food Expo transitioning to a Virtual Experience https://www.foodincanada.com/food-in-canada/ift20-annual-event-and-food-expo-transitions-to-virtual-experience-144378/ Canadians Respond to Covid-19 (Mintel Report) https://www.mintel.com/press-centre/a-third-of-canadians-are-worried-about-the-effects-covid-19-will-have-on-their-lifestyle Deloitte – Collection of articles related to COVID-19 https://www2.deloitte.com/ca/en/pages/about-deloitte/topics/combating-covid-19-with-resilience.html
ASTA Coronavirus Information & Resources
ASTA formed a coronavirus task force of our members to consolidate and share information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), including updates from government agencies, research, company statements, employee training resources, supply chain issues, etc. The situation continues to change rapidly and ASTA’s Coronavirus task force will continue to discuss the situation and make any new information […]
Join the CSA
The CSA prides itself in being proactive and member-driven. Our Board of Directors and the various committees of our members drive policy and provide direction for the Association. We make use of the skills and knowledge of our membership to solve the challenges of our business. Join us today – for questions, please contact Beverley […]
Board of Directors Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting 10:00 am – noon on February 22, 2018 Location: McCormick Canada office 2155 Drew Road Mississauga, Ontario, L5S 1S7 All members are welcome!! For more information, please contact: [email protected]
CSA Annual Meeting and Convention
Annual Convention Save the date May 11, 2018 Location: Kingbridge Conference Centre & Institute, 12750 Jane Street, King City, Toronto, ON More details to follow shortly For additional info, please contact: Beverley Tschirhart, Executive Director [email protected]
Canadian Spice Association
The CSA is a very different organization than in the earlier years. It will continue to be an essential force in the areas of governmental affairs and scientific issues… MORE >