Ottawa, Canada — Canadian authorities have issued a recall for Heavenly Spices garlic powder, a popular seasoning sold at Dollarama stores, over potential contamination with Bacillus cereus.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced the Class 2 recall Wednesday for the 70-gram containers of Heavenly Spices garlic powder distributed across the country in stores and online. The move comes after tests raised concerns about microbial contamination in the product.
Bacillus cereus is a bacterium that can cause foodborne illness, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and watery diarrhea. Health officials note that effects are usually short-term and non-life-threatening, typically resolving within 24 to 48 hours. The Class 2 classification indicates a moderate risk to consumers.
Officials advise anyone who purchased Heavenly Spices garlic powder to avoid using, selling, serving, or distributing the product. Dollarama has recommended that customers discard any affected containers immediately. The retailer is also offering a $2.00 e-gift card to those who reach out to customer service with proof of purchase.
This recall of Heavenly Spices garlic powder is part of a broader wave of food safety actions. In recent days, U.S. authorities have addressed other concerns, including a large-scale recall of Pillsbury baked goods over possible glass fragments and ongoing investigations into produce-related outbreaks.
Bacillus cereus spores are commonly found in soil and can appear in various foods if storage or handling conditions allow toxin production. Consumers are reminded to practice safe food handling, especially with spices and dry goods.
No specific illnesses have been publicly linked to this batch of Heavenly Spices garlic powder at this time. For full details and updates, check the CFIA website or contact Dollarama directly.