Hampers & Food Handling
The information provided below is to help guide the quality of food distribution. We recommend that each Food Bank work closely with their local Health Authority to ensure they are adhering to local rules and regulations.
A Model Guideline For Food Safety in Food Banks
Guidelines for Distributing Food Past the Best-Before Date
Dates On Food Packages: What Do They Mean?
Expiration Dates: Should You Pay Attention?
Guidelines for Evaluating Canned Food Containers
Additional Information
To connect with your local Public Health Inspector, check the Alberta Health Services website for a listing in your area.
Please visit our Health Canada and our Canadian Food Inspection Agency pages for more information.