Module Description
The goal of this module is to provide you with an outline of the Canadian import food sector and its regulatory environment.
This goal will be achieved by introducing you to the regulations that ensure a safe food supply for Canadians. It will also provide information on the specific requirements that must be met in order to import specific food items, how foods must be labelled, and penalties that can apply for non-compliance.
The following topics are covered in this module:
- Introduction to the Global Food System
- Canada’s Food Regulators
- CFIA and the Safe Food for Canadians Act and Regulations
- Inspections and Food Safety
- Initial Compliance Considerations When Importing Food
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations - Meat
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations - Fish
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations - Dairy
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations - Fruits and Vegetables
- The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations - Other Foods
- U.S. Food Importation Regulations
Enrolment in the CTCS modules is available to CTCS Program participants and any person wishing to advance their knowledge on specific subjects of interest. You may enrol in a CTCS module at any time.
You have access to the course for a period of 180 days starting from the day you start the course. You can take your final exam at any time within these 180 days. If you take the exam before the 180th day, you will still retain access to the course for the full duration of 180 days.
The fee for each CTCS module is CDN$395 plus applicable taxes.
Further details about the CTCS modules, such as examinations, are available in the Academic Policy, Conditions and Fees.
The CSCB requires written notice by email of course or program withdrawals.
Withdrawal from enrolment in one module
Students may withdraw from a CTCS module at any time; however, there will be no refund of tuition fees when notice of withdrawal is received after the student has gained access to the course materials.
Withdrawal when bundle of three modules has been purchased
Students may withdraw from a CTCS module, purchased as part of a bundle of three, at any time; however, there will be no refund of tuition fees when notice of withdrawal is received after gaining access to the course materials of one or more modules.