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CFIA Recalls Garlic Powder at Dollarama Over Bacillus

7/21/2026

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced a nationwide recall of Heavenly Spices garlic powder because of potential Bacillus cereus contamination.
The recall, issued on July 15, covers 70-gram packets sold at Dollarama stores across Canada.
The agency classified the recall as Class 2, indicating a moderate risk of short-term, non-life-threatening illness.
Dollarama will give purchasers a $2.00 e-gift card as compensation while consumers are instructed not to use the product.

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced a nationwide recall of Heavenly Spices garlic powder because of potential Bacillus cereus contamination.
The recall, issued on July 15, covers 70-gram packets sold at Dollarama stores across Canada.
The agency classified the recall as Class 2, indicating a moderate risk of short-term, non-life-threatening illness.
Dollarama will give purchasers a $2.00 e-gift card as compensation while consumers are instructed not to use the product.