Canada Updates Guidance on Front-of-Package (FOP) Nutrition Labeling

In July 2022, Health Canada introduced the front-of-package (FOP) nutrition label for food containing high level of saturated fat, sugars and/or sodium (click for more details). On May 16, 2023, Health Canada released an updated guidance document to help stakeholders in complying with the FOP nutrition labeling requirements which will be implemented from January 1, 2026. However, products imported to or manufactured in Canada, or packaged at retail before the implementation date can remain in the warehouse and continue to be sold on shelves.