Sobeys recalls various cheese products over listeria risk - CityNews
Several Sobeys-owned stores across the country, excluding Quebec, is recalling various cheese products over possible listeria contamination.
kitchener.citynews.caHere’s the latest you need on Sobeys cheese recalls in Canada.
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What’s happening: Sobeys is recalling multiple cheese-containing products across Canada due to potential listeria contamination. The recall covers items sold at Sobeys banners like Co-op, Foodland, IGA, Safeway, and Thrifty Foods, with Canada-wide reach excluding Quebec. Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled items and to discard them or return them to the store.[3][4][5]
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Why it matters: Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness, especially for older adults, pregnant people, and individuals with weakened immune systems, even if the food doesn’t look or smell spoiled. The recall is being coordinated by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in conjunction with Health Canada.[3]
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What to do now: Check labels of ready-to-eat cheese-containing products, particularly items like pasta salads, wraps, and prepared foods sold under Sobeys’ banners. Do not consume recalled products; dispose of them or return to the store for a refund. If you develop symptoms after exposure, contact a healthcare provider.[5][3]
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Current scope: The CFIA notice indicates the recall spans across most provinces, with the exception of Quebec, and includes several Sobeys-owned banners. If you’re in the area, it’s prudent to review recent purchases from Sobeys stores and follow store or CFIA updates for any additions to the list.[4][3]
Illustration (example): Imagine a fridge with a few sliced cheeses and ready-to-eat combos; you’d want to double-check those items against the recall labels and set any suspect products aside until you confirm their status.[3]
If you’d like, I can pull a fresh, province-by-province list of the recalled items and their CFIA reference numbers, or provide a quick alert checklist you can print for your household.[4][3]
Citations:
- Sobeys cheese recall details and CFIA notice[3]
- Additional CFIA/recall coverage and store banners[4]
- Health Canada warning context on listeria risk[3]