Food News, October 2017

Courses and Workshops

To register for these workshops, call the Ag-Info Centre at: 1-800-387-6030.

Pasteurizer Operator Licensing Course
October 24-27, 2017 – Leduc, AB
This four-day course is designed for individuals in quality control, plant superintendents, pasteurizer operators, plant engineers, management, dairy consultants and individuals overseeing regulatory mandates. It will provide participants with knowledge on the operational and regulatory procedures used for pasteurization with an emphasis on milk. The course focuses on the components of the High Temperature Short Time (HTST) system, Vat pasteurization (VAT) and Ultra High Temperature (UHT) processing. Cost: VAT: $380.63; HTST/VAT: $761.15

Getting Into Farming Information Session
October 26, 2017 - Airdrie, AB
Topics include an overview of agriculture, business planning, personal assessment, financial and land considerations. Registration deadline is October 23. Cost: $25/person (includes lunch and refreshments).

Strategic Leadership Workshop
November 23, 2017 – Leduc, AB
If you are food processor who would like to learn how to develop strategic leadership within your company this workshop is a must! Dr. Brynn Winegard will inform you of the skills required to master each element of successful leadership, the key issues facing leaders, and the leaders’ role and core purpose.
For more information, contact Lisa Iwanyk . Registration deadline is November 10. Cost: $30/person (includes lunch and refreshments).

Introduction to CanadaGap – save the dates
November 29, 2017 – Airdrie, AB
December 6 – Leduc, AB
Are you a fruit or vegetable grower who needs to up their on-farm food safety (OFFS) game? Do you want to sell into retail or foodservice markets but need certification?
This one day workshop will help you better understand why you need some form of on-farm food safety system. For more information contact Dustin Morton or 780-679-1314.

Events

Canadian Ingredients Mission to the Midwest United States
December 12-14, 2017
The mission targets Canadian/Albertan suppliers of value-added food ingredients and innovative ingredient technologies interested in selling their products in the US; it will include a series of business-to- business meetings with selected US food processors. If interested in being part of this mission, please review the itinerary and send your completed application form to Dusan Rnjak before October 20, 2017.

Fancy Food Show
January 20-23, 2018 - San Francisco
Are you a specialty food-maker? This is THE show to see global innovations and trends in specialty foods as well as the opportunity to learn from experts on pricing, distribution, future consumer movements and more. For more information, visit the show website or contact Lindsay Sutton.

Foodex Japan
March 6-9, 2018
Agriculture and Forestry is in the proposal stages for a mission to Foodex Japan, the key exhibition for value-added food and drink in the Japan market. Contact Katie Meredith to indicate your early interest and receive full details when available.

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Webinars

Navigating Online Food Sales Regulations
November 1 and November 8, 2017
Want to sell food online to customers in Canada? In this two part series, we will help you understand the licensing and regulatory requirements for selling food online.

Exploring Food Hubs
November 22, 2017
Have you ever wondered what food hubs are all about? We will introduce you to the food hub concept, the benefits provided and how you might start a food hub.
For more information, go on Explore Local Events webpage. To register for both webinars, click on this link



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Health Canada's Notice of Modification to Prohibit Partially Hydrogenated Oils in Foods

Health Canada (HC) will prohibit the use of partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) in foods. The prohibition will take effect on the day that PHOs are added to the "List of Contaminants and Other Adulterating Substances in Foods“, which will be amended in 12 months from September 15, 2017 - the date on which HC e-published the notice of modification.
To view the "Notice of Modification - Prohibiting the Use of Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) in Foods”, go to HC webpage.


Agriculture and Food Council

FOODOVATION 2017 - November 9-10 – Edmonton
Foodovation 2017 is the premier showcase of Western Canada’s leading-edge food technologies, research, products and culinary creations. This two-day hands-on summit highlights the importance of the value-chain, bringing together producers, processors, researchers, product developers, entrepreneurs and chefs in one space to pursue collaboration and celebrate innovation! Register here!


AFPA

Want AFPA to kickstart your business opportunities in China?
Bios should be 800 words or less. Send to tedf@afpa.com. Let AFPA make your bio-writing easier. Visit China Export to download our bio template.

Lean & Green Carbon Workshop
- November 7 – Edmonton / November. 8 – Calgary / November 9 – Lethbridge
This half day will talk about Alberta’s carbon levy, identify areas to reduce associated costs and carbon emissions by looking at the 7 Green Wastes. Through tangible examples, receive coaching and tools to take away. Visit Lean & Green Carbon Workshop

AFPA Webinar - How To Communicate Effectively in Any Situation
- October 25 - 12 p.m. – 90 minute length
Communicate with confidence during your next media interview, business/staff meeting, keynote speech or customer interaction. $40 AFPA members REGISTER

Food Safety and Quality Training

• BRC Internal Auditor – November 2-3  - Edmonton
• Verification & Validation of your Food Safety System - November 20 - Calgary
• Principles of Internal Auditing - November 21  - Calgary
• Procedure Writing & Document Control - November 22 - Calgary
• SQF Implementing - November 23-24 - Edmonton