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Loblaw Fined $10K for Misleading Canadian Food Labels

2/21/2026

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency fined a Loblaw-owned Real Canadian Superstore in Toronto $10,000 for misleadingly advertising imported food as a "Product of Canada."
The penalty was issued on January 15 and announced recently after inspectors found maple leaf decals next to non-Canadian products.
The CFIA said the penalty stemmed from labeling intelligence, not consumer complaints.
Loblaw acknowledged the challenge of maintaining accurate signage amid a large inventory.

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency fined a Loblaw-owned Real Canadian Superstore in Toronto $10,000 for misleadingly advertising imported food as a "Product of Canada."
The penalty was issued on January 15 and announced recently after inspectors found maple leaf decals next to non-Canadian products.
The CFIA said the penalty stemmed from labeling intelligence, not consumer complaints.
Loblaw acknowledged the challenge of maintaining accurate signage amid a large inventory.