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Canada Recalls Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder Over Bacillus cereus Concerns
7/21/2026, 12:01:07 PM
Recall Details
On July 15, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced a nationwide Class 2 recall of 70-gram jars of Heavenly Spices garlic powder sold at Dollarama stores and through the retailer’s online platform. The recall, identified by batch number RA-82337, was triggered by potential contamination with the bacterium *Bacillus cereus*. A Class 2 designation indicates a moderate risk of short-term, non-life-threatening health effects. Dollarama advised customers to discard the product and offered a $2.00 e-gift card to anyone who contacts its customer-service line.
Health Risk Overview
*Bacillus cereus* is a food-borne pathogen that can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and watery diarrhea. According to the Cleveland Clinic, symptoms typically last around two days, while the U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes a usual duration of 24–48 hours. Although infections are generally self-limiting, rare complications may spread to other organs if left untreated. The bacterium is commonly associated with improperly stored foods such as rice, pasta, meat stews and sauces.
Official Statements & Responses
The CFIA’s recall notice instructed, “Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.” A Dollarama spokesperson, speaking to CTV News, confirmed the retailer’s cooperation with the agency and reiterated the $2.00 e-gift-card offer for affected shoppers. No further comment was obtained from Dollarama at the time of reporting.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product,” — Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recall notice
- “Customers can also contact Dollarama Customer Service directly for a $2.00 e-gift card as a replacement,” — Dollarama spokesperson (reported by CTVNews.ca)
- “Bacillus cereus is a type of bacteria that causes food poisoning, with symptoms that include vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pains that usually last around two days, according to the Cleveland Clinic .” — Cleveland Clinic (cited by People)
- “GENERAL MILLS PULLS MORE THAN 735,000 PILLSBURY ROLLS FROM SHELVES OVER POSSIBLE GLASS CONTAMINATION According to the FDA, symptoms of Bacillus cereus infection typically last between 24 and 48 hours.” — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (cited by Fox Business)
