The Department of Health is warning the public certain brands of Maple Leaf, Shopsy’s and Hygrade wieners may be contaminated with the listeria bacteria.The company has voluntarily recalled the products, and people are advised to check their fridges and freezers for affected products.Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eilish Cleary says there have been no reported cases of listeriosis in the province as a result of these products, and the Department of Health will monitor for new cases.
For a list of recalled products check out the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s Website here.
