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USDA Summary of Canadian Labeling Regulations: On December 12, 2002, amendments to Canada's Food and Drug Regulations (FDR) implemented mandatory nutrition labeling on most prepackaged foods. The new regulations outline the labeling requirements for a Nutrition Facts table, update labeling requirements for nutrition content claims and introduce diet-related health claims.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Bureau of Food Safety and Consumer Protection: Link to the homepage for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Bureau of Food Safety and Consumer Protection.

Fair Labelling Practices Program: The Fair Labelling Practices Program administers and enforces the non-health and safety food components of the Food and Drugs Act and the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act. Activities include: investigating consumer and industry complaints; developing programs designed to encourage compliance with the provisions of the respective Acts; and developing overall consumer protection policies for the CFIA.

2003 Guide to Food Labelling and Advertising: Since 1961, the Guide for Food Manufacturers and Advertisers has served as an important reference document for the food industry on policies and regulations for the labelling and advertising of foods in Canada, in particular those falling under the Food and Drugs Act and Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act. By providing clear policy advice and basic ground rules respecting the use of labelling and claims, the Guide seeks to enhance industry compliance and consumer protection.