Westpoint Distributors Ltd

Pistachio Recall

9. April 2009

We would like to assure our patrons that no Westpoint products contain pistachios that have been affected by the recent salmonella outbreak. We do source our pistachios from the United States, but ensure they are always from reputable sources. After investigation with our suppliers, and to the best of our knowledge, all products distributed by Westpoint Distributors Ltd. are exempt from salmonella and meet regulatory requirements in Canada.

To stay current of new developments with this issue please visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website at: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/ english/corpaffr/recarapp/recaltoce.shtml. For a detailed listing of the food products containing potentially contaminated pistachios that have been recalled in Canada since January 19, 2009, please refer to: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/
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Peanut & Peanut Product Recall

30. January 2009

We would like to assure our patrons that no Westpoint products contain peanuts that have been affected by the recent salmonella outbreak. We source our peanuts from either China or the United States, always from reputable sources. After investigation with our suppliers, and to the best of our knowledge, all products distributed by Westpoint Distributors Ltd. are exempt from salmonella and meet regulatory requirements in Canada.

To stay current of new developments with this issue please visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) webpage on this matter.

For a detailed listing of the food products containing potentially contaminated peanuts, peanut butter, or peanut paste that have been recalled in Canada since January 19, 2009, please refer to the CFIA’s Corporate Affairs page on this issue.

Melamine Contamination

24. October 2008

We would like to assure our patrons that no Westpoint products use milk or milk-derived ingredients that originate in China. We source the majority of our dairy products and additives from Canada, and several from the United States. After investigation with our suppliers, and to the best of our knowledge, all products distributed by Westpoint Distributors Ltd. are exempt from melamine and meet regulatory requirements in Canada.

To stay current of new developments with this issue please visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website at: www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/concen/2008melamine.shtml.

New Gluten Free Booklets

12. September 2008

Our new and improved gluten free booklets have finally arrived! These full colour booklets are packed with information, including recipes, helpful hints, and profiles on gluten free grains. We hope they will serve as an informative guide for those with gluten allergy or Celiac disease.

Living Gluten Free: Profiles on Gluten Free Grains Including Nutrition, Recipes, and Tips for a Healthy Gluten Free Lifestyle will be enclosed in current orders. Please contact us to request additional copies as needed.