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Hamilton Spectator
4 hours ago
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Hairspray sold in Canada recalled
Health Canada has issued a product recall for DESIGNME three-way hairspray due to missing mandatory hazard labelling. 'Immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the retailer for a corrected label,' Health Canada warns in their recall notice published on July 31 . About 27,500 units of the recalled hairspray were sold in Canada between October 2021 and July 2025. The recall involves the DESIGNME Three-Way Hairspray 69 mL size with UPC 842879000350. Health Canada says the recalled hairspray doesn't have the mandatory hazard labelling. Recall issued for DESIGNME three way hairspray. 'It is missing required hazard symbols, signal words and safety information,' the health agency says. 'Improper labelling could result in misuse of the product and lead to serious injury.' As of July 28, no incidents or injuries have been reported in connection to the recalled product. You can report a food concern or complaint to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency online. Consumers can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of products by filling out a consumer product incident report form . Report any drug or health product side effects or complaints to Health Canada. You can check for more recall notices published by Health Canada and CFIA online . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Hamilton Spectator
7 hours ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Want to feel like a Disney character? Visit The Antler Farm in Almaguin
Think deer are just another animal to avoid on the highway? Think again. A deer farm in Almaguin is aiming to change that, offering a unique chance to learn about these animals and the often-misunderstood world of deer farming. Wendy and her husband Chris MacCrimmon have owned and operated their venison farm for nine years but six weeks ago, they decided to open it up to the public. Located on 21 rambling acres in Machar, The Antler Farm is a combination of both of their passions: alternative livestock and photography. 'The vision started with opening the gallery and then we decided why wouldn't we just mix both of our passions together,' said Wendy. 'We thought that there might be a lot of interest in the farm and people getting to experience it.' The Antler Farm offers year-round tours, photo safari experiences, ethically raised venison and a gallery of Wendy's photography — not limited to white-tailed deer. 'Our focus here is producing the healthiest whitetails we can for the highest quality venison,' Chris told Almaguin News, adding that there are other venison farmers in Ontario and regulations for venison producers fall under the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. While there are other deer farms, Almaguin's appears to be the only one inviting people in to meet the deer. A unique experience from the moment you disinfect your footwear and hop in Chris's side-by-side to hit the trail. It's 9 a.m. and sunlight is filtering through the trees, your tour guides throw some deer feed and then you see them. The tiered tines of the first deer's rack glint in the sunlight as he comes to eat. You turn around and the rest of the herd cautiously makes its way over and you're surrounded by these majestic forest creatures usually only seen darting across the road. Caution: you may experience whimsy and feel like an enchanted Disney character after. Chris and Wendy's knowledge on the whitetails is only surpassed by their 11-year-old son, Sawyer, who can often be found on tours and said the best part is getting to hang out with the deer. 'I like getting to see the deer a lot of the time … just being around them, going into the pen and hanging out with them,' he said, adding he hopes coming to the farm gives people a better understanding of deer. 'They're not thought about as much as people should,' he said. 'They're cared for but not in the wild, they go as a hunted animal.' Asked about misconceptions people might have about having a deer farm, Chris replied that some people seem to think the animals aren't healthy but added people don't understand what challenges they face in the wild, including antler development, gestation periods and diseases that impact their health. 'Winters up here are heavy,' Chris explained. 'Deer wintering yards are huge up here because of the snow that we get and how harsh our winters are. It's pretty much the only chance the deer have to recover after breeding season.' According to , white-tailed deer are Ontario's most abundant cervid species, playing a crucial role in the province's ecosystems from the boreal forest to the southern agricultural belt. The deer, whose population and range are primarily limited by winter severity and habitat changes, offer significant ecological, social, and economic benefits, including being a popular game species for hunters and wildlife viewers, despite occasionally causing conflicts like crop damage and vehicle collisions. Health concerns among whitetails in Ontario, according to the province's website, include Chronic Wasting Disease and Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease. Chris also emphasized that white-tailed deer are an excellent alternative livestock for the often challenging agricultural environment in Almaguin. 'It's not strong,' he said about farming on the Canadian shield that makes up the region. 'So for us to be able to raise whitetails on property that really isn't beneficial to do anything else with, we benefit from it.' 'They also have the best life. We make sure of it,' Wendy added, noting that one of their oldest deer is 16 years old. 'It's what comes first to us.' You can see the love and care that takes place on The Antler Farm when you meet the deer for yourself. Prepare to be doe-eyed when you find yourself immersed in this awesome experience found only in Almaguin. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Hamilton Spectator
8 hours ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Shrimp sold in Canada recalled
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a food recall notice for North Shore Fishery brand Frozen Cumin Flavour Shrimp over undeclared wheat. 'Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product,' the CFIA warns in their notice published on July 31 . The recalled shrimp were distributed in Alberta, B.C. and Ontario. Lot '39087 20260907; VN443IV030' of North Shore Fishery brand Frozen Cumin Flavour Shrimp packaged in the 300 gram size with UPC: 8 00794 39087 1 and best before date of '2026.09.07' have been impacted by the recall. No photo of the product was released with the recall notice. The recalling company is Watson Enterprises Inc. You can report a food concern or complaint to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency online. Consumers can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of products by filling out a consumer product incident report form . Report any drug or health product side effects or complaints to Health Canada. You can check for more recall notices published by Health Canada and CFIA online . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
CBC
12 hours ago
- Business
- CBC
Canada says Australia has re-opened market access for beef, beef products
Social Sharing Australia has lifted a 22-year-old ban on the import of Canadian beef and beef products, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said on Tuesday, a move that brings relief to farmers but is unlikely to spur major new sales. Australia imposed import restrictions on Canadian beef in 2003, following the discovery of Canada's first domestic case of mad cow disease. It lifted a similar ban on U.S. beef imports last week. Canada's government celebrated the long-awaited resumption of access to the Australian market. "With restored access to Australia, a key market in the Indo-Pacific, we can unlock more opportunities for our producers to deliver the top-quality beef we're known for," said federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald. WATCH | Canadian beef imports will no longer be banned in Australia for the first time in more than two decade: Canadian beef back on the menu in Australia after 22-year ban 12 hours ago Australia has lifted its ban on imports of Canadian beef products, a trade restriction introduced in 2003 when an Alberta-born cow first tested positive for bovine spongiform encephalopathy or mad cow disease. Analysts are skeptical about how much North American beef can be exported to Australia because the U.S. has a major deficit and is importing beef from Australia, Canada and other suppliers. "U.S. beef is still very highly priced compared to Australian beef," said Resilient Capital analyst Jerry Klassen. "North American beef is really the highest-priced in the world." The Canadian Cattle Association, which represents farmers and feedlots that raise cattle, celebrated the Australian market reopening, saying in a news release it was one of the last remaining countries to have maintained mad cow disease restrictions on Canadian beef. Canada's cattle ranchers were devastated by the 2003 restrictions placed upon Canadian beef exports because much of the country's beef production is exported, especially to the U.S. Ranchers celebrating market opening Beef producers in Canada are celebrating the decision, even among cattle ranchers like Charlie Christie, who won't be directly sending his products to Australia. "Any time you take more beef in a market, you're affecting everybody. So it'll raise all boats so to speak," said Christie. "When you're taking beef out of the supply chain and sending it elsewhere, that opens up opportunity for all other types of production as well." Christie added that any good news for the industry gives him optimism for the future of his business. While the ripple effect of the Australian market opening up may not mean dramatic improvements for Canada's beef industry, Canadian Cattle Association general manager Ryder Lee said it's still a positive sign.
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Health
- Cision Canada
Al Mokhtar Food Centre brand Pistachio recalled due to Salmonella Français
OTTAWA, ON, July 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Product: Pistachio Issue: Food - Microbial contamination - Salmonella Distribution Ontario Online link SOURCE Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
