Quebec
, July 29, 2020 – The MAPAQ, in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the company Boulangerie & Pâtisserie Vova, located at 3055 boulevard LaSalle, in Montreal , is warning the population not to consume the product indicated in the table below, because it has not been packaged in such a way as to ensure its safety .
| Product name | Brand | Format | Targeted lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| “Cold Smoked Mackerel” | ADAR | Variable weight | Units sold until July 29, 2020 |
The product that is the subject of this warning has been offered for sale until July 29, 2020 inclusively , and only at the establishment designated above. It was sold refrigerated. The product was packaged in a transparent vacuum bag and was labeled “ADAR – Whole Smoked Mackerel”. The product carried a second label mentioning the sale price as well as the contact details of the establishment.
The operator is voluntarily recalling the product in question. He agreed with MAPAQ and the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal to disseminate this warning as a precautionary measure. Persons who have this product in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away. Even if the affected product does not present any signs of spoilage or a suspicious odor, its consumption may represent a risk to health. It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of this food has been reported to MAPAQ so far.
