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health canada jobs

A slew of Government of Canada jobs are available across various departments, and you don't require a formal degree to apply. In fact, one role pays nearly $85,000 per year.

Candidates can explore job opportunities within federal departments such as Statistics Canada, the Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canada Space Agency, and the Canadian Coast Guard, among others.

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Pressure cookers are a popular and useful kitchen accessory but you might want to double-check yours as Health Canada is currently recalling Insignia brand pressure cookers sold at Best Buy stores across Canada. The consumer product recall involves certain models with incorrect volume markings on the inner pot, which poses potential burn and injury hazards.

Here are the recalled Insignia pressure cookers from Best Buy to look out for:

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A number of food items sold across Canada have been recalled by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for reasons including microbial contamination, undeclared ingredients, faulty packaging and adverse health reactions.

The CFIA has published several recall warnings, urging consumers to verify if they have purchased any of the affected products by checking any recent grocery purchases or their fridge and pantry. If so, it's recommended that you do not consume, sell, or distribute the recalled items. The CFIA has stated that consumers should toss the recalled item(s) out immediately or return them to the point of purchase.

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued recalls for a number of food items sold across Canada for several reasons, including the presence of "dangerous bacteria," damaged packaging and undeclared ingredients.

Health Canada has published a number of recall warnings, urging consumers to verify if they have purchased any of the affected products. If so, it's recommended that you do not consume, sell, or distribute the recalled items. Health Canada has stated that consumers should toss the item(s) out immediately or return them to the point of purchase.

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Health Canada has issued a number of recall warnings regarding several household items sold across the country, many of which are due to fire, choking and injury hazards, the presence of lead and dangerous bacteria that pose a serious risk to the health and safety of Canadian consumers.

The federal health department is urging those to verify if they are in possession of any of the affected products. If so, it's recommended to immediately stop using the recalled items, and in some cases, return to the point of purchase for an exchange or a full refund.

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Health Canada has recalled several household items that have been sold across the country, many of which are due to fire and injury hazards that pose a serious risk to the health and safety of Canadian consumers.

The federal health department is urging those to verify if they are in possession of any of the affected products, if so, it's recommended to immediately stop using the recalled items, and in some cases, return to the point of purchase for an exchange or a full refund.

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Health Canada is looking to find new recruits. The federal health department is in the process of stocking its inventory of candidates to fill clerical and administrative support positions and program officer roles. Applicants don't need a university degree and the posted salary range is $50,821 to $70,622.

The inventory, according to the online listing, could be used to fill Health Canada jobs across the country, including in Montreal, where Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada have offices.

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Health Canada has seemingly been working overtime lately recalling food product after food product. Well, the federal health department along with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is now adding to the list and pulling a salami brand off shelves due to undeclared ingredients.

The affected product in question is the Cappola brand Genoa Salami, which was flagged on November 4. The class one recall was triggered by the company.

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If you're looking for a job with the Government of Canada that pays well, then we've got you covered. The federal government is looking to fill countless positions across Quebec in departments including Health Canada, Parks Canada, and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service.

In addition to scoring a job with the Canadian government, you'll also be making quite the salary. Each position offers very competitive compensation, with one position offering nearly $150,000 per year.

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Another day, another recall. Health Canada flagged and recalled a cannabis product on April 8 due to incorrect packaging label concerning an Emblem CBD product.

The affected product currently being recalled is the Emblem Cannabis CBD 100 Cannabis Extract (30mL).

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Oh, another Health Canada recall? Shocking! It seems as if this time around it's bad news for any seafood lovers out there. Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have recalled certain Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. brand Oysters due to norovirus contamination.

All Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. Oysters are currently being pulled from the marketplace due to possible microbial contamination. The items being recalled are:

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Looking for a new job? Ever want to work for the Government of Canada? Then we've got you covered. Health Canada is currently hiring administrative positions all across the country, and the best part of it all? You don't need a university degree to apply.

Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) are looking to fill a variety of administrative positions. The federal agencies are currently on the hunt for individuals who are hoping to "start or even grow their career in the administrative field."

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