Canadian Supplemented Food Regulations - October

Virtual Learning6 hours

Course Overview

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This two-part virtual, instructor-led training program covers the Canadian Supplemented Food Regulations. This is a new category of food in Canada which permits the addition of vitamins, minerals, amino aids and other substances such as caffeine and botanicals to foods. This training course reviews the regulations governing supplemented food. This includes considerations related to what foods are eligible as supplemented foods, what ingredients are permitted in supplements foods and the labelling of supplemented foods.

This training course is delivered in two sessions (listed as the start & end date), with a day in between with no class for self work. The schedule is as follows:

Day 1 - Training Session Part 1 - Knowledge Exchange Webinar: 3 hours

Day 2 - No Class for Self Work

Day 3 - Training Session Part 2 - Practicum Webinar: 3 hours

The course features a ½ day live online knowledge exchange presentation where the basic rules governing supplements foods are reviewed. Learners will then complete an assigned Practicum which will be reviewed in a live online Practicum review session. The practicum does not need to be submitted nor will it be graded.

An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

Who should Attend

Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.

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Course Objective

By the end of the program learns will: 

  • be more fluent and competent in managing the compliance and labelling of supplemented foods 

  • gain a solid understanding of the voluntary Canadian supplemented food regulations 

  • get a better appreciation of what foods may be supplemented foods and what ingredient qualify as supplemental ingredients 

  • review some new features of the regulations including a new supplemented food facts table (SFFt) 

 

Partners 

Legal Suites Inc. goal is to help professionals better manage regulatory compliance through education, information resources and hands on guidance. 

 

Computer and Internet Connection: 

You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is recommended. 

Compatible Web Browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, IE Edge and higher 

 

Accommodations 

NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact us at nsftraining.na@nsf.org

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An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

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An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.
Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.


You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

Who should Attend

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