Health Canada has issued a recall for a jar of garlic powder sold at Dollarama after tests found contamination with Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can cause food-borne illness including diarrhoea and gastroenteritis. Residents who have the product are being urged to stop using it immediately.
Which product is affected
The recall applies to the Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder in a 70 g package. The affected item is marked with the UPC below and has a best-before date in 2029.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Heavenly Spices |
| Product | Garlic powder, 70 g |
| UPC | 6 67888 50634 7 |
| Best-before | 2029 JAN 30 GP 30ZV PIT |
What consumers should do
- Stop using the product right away.
- If you still have the package, Dollarama is offering refunds — send a photo of the product showing the lot number to client@dollarama.com.
- For more information or questions, call Dollarama at 1-888-365-4266 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST) or visit the retailer's product recall page.
Bacillus cereus can produce toxins that lead to vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach upset. Most healthy adults recover without medical treatment, but symptoms can be more serious for young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Anyone who becomes ill after consuming the product should seek medical advice.
Local context
Dollarama is a common shopping destination in Nunavut communities for pantry staples and household goods. While there are no reports in Health Canada’s notice specifically citing illnesses tied to this lot, the recall asks all purchasers to check their cupboards and stop using any matching product.
Refunds and answers about the recall are handled directly by Dollarama; consumers in Nunavut should be mindful of time-zone differences when calling. If you are unable to reach customer service, check the Dollarama website's recall page for updates and further instructions.
InfoRadar will update readers if Health Canada or local health authorities provide new information about the recall or any reported illnesses linked to the product.
