Each year, foodborne illnesses affect one in eight Canadians, around four million people, resulting in over 11,600 hospitalizations and 238 deaths. These alarming figures highlight the urgent need for strict, preventive measures to ensure public health and consumer protection.
This certified program will equip you with a comprehensive and practical understanding of Canada’s food safety regulations and HACCP compliance framework. Aligned with the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), the Food and Drugs Act, and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) guidelines, you will be guided with the full HACCP lifecycle, covering hazard identification, critical control point determination, corrective actions, verification procedures, and documentation standards. You will also explore risk-based approaches to managing biological, chemical, physical, and allergenic hazards across food processing and supply chain operations.
In addition, this program will provide in-depth knowledge of legally mandated preventive controls, including sanitation programs, allergen management, traceability, and recall systems. You will learn how to audit food safety systems, implement supplier verification programs, and ensure regulatory compliance for both domestic and international trade. Furthermore, you will gain the expertise to develop robust food safety plans, prepare for CFIA inspections, and foster a culture of proactive compliance. By program completion, you will be equipped to manage food safety risks, ensure product integrity, and safeguard public health across the food industry.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager
(CFS™) designation. This prestigious credential demonstrates your expertise in managing robust food safety systems align with Canadian regulations and HACCP principles. The certification holds lifelong validity and serves as a distinguished mark of excellence in food safety leadership and regulatory compliance across the food industry.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience a 3-day instructor-led live program and gain in-depth knowledge of Canada’s food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and CFIA-aligned compliance requirements across the food supply chain.
- Attain the industry-recognized Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation, demonstrating your expertise in implementing and managing robust food safety systems.
- Gain practical expertise in the full HACCP lifecycle, including hazard analysis, CCP determination, monitoring, corrective actions, verification, and documentation, to strengthen food safety systems, ensure compliance, and reduce operational risks.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at
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- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
Accreditations
This Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation represents the highest standard of professional excellence and is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
Canada’s food safety and HACCP compliance landscape is among the most rigorous and demanding in the world. Governed by the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), the Food and Drugs Act, and enforced by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Canada’s regulatory framework mandates strict adherence to hygiene, hazard control, labelling, and traceability standards. With more than 2,200 federal and provincial regulations governing food safety, food industry leaders must navigate a complex and layered compliance environment that poses significant operational challenges.
This certified program is designed to empower food industry leaders with a deep, practical understanding of Canada’s intricate food safety laws and HACCP compliance requirements. You will gain comprehensive insights into the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA), SFCR, Food and Drugs Act provisions, and the nuances of provincial regulatory jurisdictions. Beyond legal frameworks, this program provides hands-on guidance in designing, implementing, and managing advanced HACCP systems that align with CFIA standards and withstand regulatory scrutiny.
Through immersive, expert-led instruction, participants will become proficient in key pillars of Canadian food safety compliance—including microbiological criteria development, chemical contaminant monitoring, allergen management strategies, and preventive control planning—while tailoring these practices to the expectations of Canadian regulators.
You will also master the end-to-end lifecycle of HACCP, from hazard analysis and critical control point identification to verification and corrective actions. The program explores how to establish robust compliance infrastructures that effectively address Canada’s fragmented regulatory terrain. In addition, you’ll gain actionable expertise in traceability implementation, recall readiness, supplier verification, and import/export requirements. Finally, the program provides critical foresight into emerging regulatory shifts, including Canada’s Enhanced Food Safety and Quality Program, labelling modernization initiatives, and the growing influence of international trade agreements on domestic food safety standards.
Upon completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain the Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation, a globally recognized certification that enhances your professional credentials and demonstrates your expertise in implementing and managing comprehensive food safety systems aligned with Canadian and international standards. This industry-recognized certification holds lifelong validity and will position you as a trusted leader in regulatory compliance, HACCP implementation, and food safety risk management.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- HACCP Plan Development
- 12-Step HACCP Implementation
- Food Safety Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment Methodologies
- Critical Control Point (CCP) Determination
- Critical Limit Setting
- CCP Monitoring Procedures
- Corrective Action Planning
- HACCP Verification Techniques
- HACCP Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Sanitation Schedule Design
- Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
- Environmental Monitoring Programs
- Allergen Risk Assessment
- Cross-Contamination Prevention
- Allergen Control Verification
- Traceability System Implementation
- SFCR Traceability Compliance
- Recall Procedure Development
- Supplier Risk Assessment
- Food Fraud Vulnerability Analysis
- Supplier Approval and Verification
- Supply Chain Traceability Management
- Writing Audit Findings and CAPAs
- Independent and Objective Auditing
- Preventive Controls Implementation
- Sanitation and Hygiene Program Validation
- Import/Export Licensing Compliance
- Foreign Supplier Preventive Controls
- CFIA & SFCR & FDA Regulations
- Regulatory Inspection Preparedness
- Food Safety System Integration
- Public Health Risk Mitigation
Your Faculty Directors
Freeman Libby is a highly accomplished food safety expert with over 45 years of experience across regulatory, industry, and international domains. A former National Director at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), he played a pivotal role in developing and implementing national regulatory controls to eradicate Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), also known as "Mad Cow Disease," through collaboration with all ten provinces and major industry associations.
Freeman's expertise spans food regulatory programs under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and the CFIA. He has conducted seafood inspection program reviews internationally in Peru, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, and is a certified lead auditor for BRCGS and FSSC 22000, with over 250 audits completed. His certifications include HACCP, Seafood HACCP, PCQI for Human Food, and BRCGS ATP trainer.
Currently serving as Director of Food Safety at TAG, Freeman specializes in helping food processors and importers navigate Canadian regulatory requirements, develop and implement food safety programs, and strengthen compliance through system reviews and practical, solution-based guidance.
Cameron Prince is a distinguished food safety and regulatory expert with over 35 years of leadership experience in food safety, agriculture, and seafood regulation across Canada, the United States, and international platforms. As former Vice President of Operations at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), he oversaw national food safety enforcement and led the groundbreaking modernization initiative that shaped the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR).
Cameron has played a key role in global food policy through his active involvement with CODEX and other multilateral organizations. His expertise spans crisis and recall management, food safety culture development, regulatory compliance under SFCR, FSMA, and GFSI frameworks, and the design of food safety and animal health programs.
He is a certified lead auditor for BRC and FSSC 22000, a certified HACCP trainer (NSF), and a FSMA Preventive Controls lead instructor. As Executive Vice President at TAG, Cameron continues to advise clients on high-level regulatory strategy, food safety system development, and industry-government liaison. A recognized thought leader, he is frequently invited to speak at major food safety conferences worldwide.
Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Program Agenda
Chartered Exam
At the end of the program, there will be a Chartered exam comprised of 50 multiple choice questions. Upon passing the exam, you will be accredited with Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation.
- 98% of students who have taken this exam have passed the exam successfully. Almost all professionals who have taken our courses have passed this exam and attain their Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation.
- The exam has 50 multiple choice questions and you need to answer 25 out of 50 questions correctly to pass the exam.
- You can re-take the exam online as many times as you want, with no additional charges for retaking of exams.
- The program cost already includes the exam fees, so there are no additional charges for taking the exam.
If you have challenges passing the exam, you can secure assistance from our team and faculty leader to help you pass the exam.
Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Designation
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certified Canada Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally recognized and increasingly essential in today’s regulatory landscape, this certification affirms your expertise in managing comprehensive food safety and HACCP compliance systems aligned with Canadian and international standards. It validates your capability to lead food safety initiatives, conduct hazard analysis, implement preventive controls, manage audits, and ensure regulatory compliance under frameworks such as SFCR, CFIA, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, the content of this program has been independently accredited by CPD Certification Service as adhering to the highest standards of continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
Canada
Dates: 18 - 20 May 2026
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 8:00am - 3:30pm Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Daylight Time (CDT)
11:00am - 6:30pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 16 Mar 2026 | By 27 Apr 2026 | After 27 Apr 2026 | |
| Canada Delegates | CAD 2,395 | CAD 2,595 | CAD 2,695 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at:
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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