Food Handler & Food Safety Certification Across Canada
Our Food Handler and Food Safety Certification courses are designed for individuals who need credentials that meet the current provincial health regulations. These programs are ideal for students, employees, and businesses requiring certified training in safe food handling practices.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will receive comprehensive training in:
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Proper food handling, storage, and preparation
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Sanitation and hygiene best practices
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Cross-contamination prevention
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Basic food microbiology and foodborne illness prevention
While course details may vary slightly by province, the core curriculum, certification standards, and training length remain consistent nationwide.
How to Register
To register for a Food Safety, Food Handler, or FoodSafe course:
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Select your location from the main menu.
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You’ll be directed to one of our location pages with information about our trusted local training partners.
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Complete registration online using our simple, secure, and user-friendly system.
Our partners provide the most affordable, accessible, and accredited food safety certification courses in your area.
Certification Details
Upon successful completion, candidates will receive a non-expiring certificate—available as a wallet-sized card or wall-mount certificate.
Note: Some provincial health inspectors may require periodic re-certification based on local health code updates.
Your certification will meet all provincial legislative standards, and in most provinces, your name will be added to the official food handler registry.
Course Duration
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Most provinces: One-day course (~8 hours), with flexible scheduling in two or four shorter sessions.
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Alberta: Mandatory AHS-approved course over two full days (2 x 8 hours).
Course Cost
Prices vary by location:
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Range: $55 – $125
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Average cost: Approximately $70
Private Group & Business Training
Need on-site training for your team or a private session? Our nationwide training providers offer private Food Handler, Food Safety, or FoodSafe certification courses tailored to your business.
👉 To inquire or book a private course, select your location from the menu.