Early bird rates have been extended for our National Conference happening this May! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to hear from leading Canadian allergists and food allergy experts. Learn about the Allergy Alert for Ritz crackers that impacts people with milk allergy, make sure you sign up for our Allergy Alerts service to stay informed. Plus, check out our tips to celebrate spring break with confidence!
Early bird rates extended to March 21st — register now to save!
Exciting highlights you won’t want to miss:
Opening session: Get ready for an inspiring start to the day as Dr. Philippe Bégin takes the stage to explore how science is shaping the future of food allergy research and how it’s evolved.
Keynote speaker: We’re thrilled to welcome Timothy Caulfield, Professor of Health Law & Science Policy, and bestselling author, as our keynote speaker. His session, “Beyond the noise: The critical role of scientific consensus in an era of misinformation”, will offer insights on how to navigate healthcare in today’s landscape of conflicting information.
Concurrent sessions
- Teens (12+): A dedicated session designed for teens to gain confidence in managing food allergy while connecting with others who understand their journey. Check out the teen agenda for more!
- Dietitians & allied health professionals: Join us on May 9th for a half-day session on the primary and secondary prevention of food allergy, as well as non-IgE-mediated food allergies like FPIES, EoE, and CMPA. Explore the allied healthcare/dietitian agenda.
Explore the exhibitor hall
From 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM, our exhibitor hall will be buzzing with organizations committed to supporting the food allergy community.
Enjoy allergy-friendly refreshments
Lunch and snacks will be provided throughout the day, each carefully prepared to accommodate your specific allergens.
Connect with others
This conference is all about community. Take the opportunity to meet people and families who share your journey and experiences.
Register today at foodallergycanada.ca/2025conference. We can’t wait to see you there!
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ICYMI – Milk Allergy Alert: Christie brand Original Mini Ritz Crackers recalled due to undeclared milk
Last month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recalled Christie brand Original Mini Ritz Crackers due to undeclared milk. We sent out an Allergy Alert to everyone who has signed up to receive our milk alerts. Please see below for the details of the recall.
Our Allergy Alerts service includes food recalls, allergen changes from food manufacturers, and labelling updates. You can count on our Allergy Alerts service to ensure you are kept informed on food safety issues that impact you. If you would like to receive these alerts directly, please sign up today!
Recall details
- Christie brand Original Mini Ritz Crackers
- 200g size
- UPC 0 66721 02774 0
- Best before dates of 2025 JN 22, 2025 JN 23, and 2025 JN 24
What you should do
- Check to see if you have recalled products, recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased
- It’s important not to consume, serve, use, sell or distribute recalled products
Tips for a safe and fun spring break
It’s spring break season! For those of you who have children on spring break or will be soon, check out our helpful resources and reminders for staying safe with food allergy. Remember to check public health guidance in your area and the places you visit on participating in activities.
- Day trips: If you’re taking a road trip, prepare for a day on the road with these stress-free travel tips.
- Day camp: Check out our helpful reminders and tips for attending camp and child care centres.
- Parties, play dates, and other activities: Download our handy hosting tip sheet. Give this tip sheet to your hosts so they can help to ensure their guests with food allergy will be safe and comfortable.
- At home: Review our tips for staying safe at home, including information on reading food labels, avoiding cross-contamination, and preventing reactions.
- Allergy-friendly recipes: Follow or adapt our recipes, they also make for a great home activity.
- Dining out: Before heading to a restaurant, plan ahead with our helpful tips.
- Travelling: If you are travelling, review our handy tips and resources to ensure you have a safe and fun trip.
- Educational videos: Have your child watch our past live events with food allergy educator Kyle Dine and football player Thomas Miles. These recorded videos are a fun way to brush up on food allergy management skills while building confidenc