CFIA Consulting in Canada

Texave International provides independent CFIA consulting for food businesses navigating Canadian regulatory requirements. We help assess Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) licensing needs, identify SFCR compliance gaps, prepare for inspections and organise corrective action responses.

Our support is tailored to food manufacturers, importers, exporters and growing brands, including businesses in British Columbia and Ontario. Whether you are starting operations or responding to a regulatory concern, we help clarify the requirements and the practical next steps.

SFC licence application support -

We help assess whether your planned activities require an SFC licence and review the food categories, activities and supporting information relevant to the application. Our consulting includes guidance on preparing business information for My CFIA and reviewing documentation for applications, amendments or renewals, as agreed in your scope.

An SFC licence and a written PCP are separate requirements. We help identify the controls and documentation your operation needs rather than treating the application as the whole compliance process.

SFCR compliance gap assessments -

We review your current arrangements against the requirements relevant to your business. This can include preventive controls, supplier verification, traceability, complaint handling, recall procedures, records and applicable food labelling requirements. We explain the gaps and help prioritise corrective work.

CFIA inspection preparation -

We help your team organise relevant procedures and records, review how responsibilities are assigned and identify weaknesses before an inspection. Depending on the engagement, preparation can include a documentation assessment, staff discussions and a review of evidence showing how controls are implemented.

Corrective action and follow-up support -

If you have received inspection findings or a request for information, we review the correspondence and help structure the response. Support can include root cause assessment, corrective action planning, document updates and organising evidence of implementation. Share the stated deadline at the start of your enquiry.

Regulatory support for importers and exporters -

Canadian food importers may need support with licensing scope, foreign supplier controls, product information and supporting documentation. We help review the relevant requirements and coordinate technical information with your appointed importer, customs broker, laboratory or other specialists when needed.

For food exporters, we help assess Canadian obligations alongside relevant destination-market requirements. Depending on the project, this can include export readiness checks, label reviews and supporting information for official certificate applications. CFIA or the relevant authority makes regulatory and certificate decisions.

Need a new PCP or a detailed plan review -

A Preventive Control Plan project requires a focused review of your products, processes, hazards and controls. Explore our PCP consulting services in Canada for plan preparation, importer PCP support, updates and implementation guidance.

When to contact Texave -

·  You are preparing to import food into Canada or add a product category.

·  You are starting a food business and need to understand your SFC licensing obligations. 

·  You have an upcoming inspection and need help reviewing procedures and records.

·  You received findings or a request for supporting information.

·  Your products, suppliers or operations changed and your documentation needs reassessment.

·  You need Canadian regulatory support as part of an export or market entry project.

How the consulting engagement works -

First, we review your activities, immediate concern and relevant correspondence. We then agree on the scope, deliverables, fees and schedule. The work may involve assessing requirements, reviewing documents, developing an action plan and supporting your team with implementation. Any follow-up or continuing support is defined in the engagement.

Canadian regulatory support with wider market knowledge -

Texave International is a Canadian food safety and regulatory consulting company with wider US and APAC market support. For this service, the focus is your Canadian obligations and the documents and operating controls needed to address them. Meet our team or explore our wider Canada and USA food safety services.

Are you part of CFIA -

No. Texave International is an independent consulting company. We help businesses understand and address applicable requirements. Licensing, inspection findings and enforcement decisions remain with CFIA and the relevant authorities.

Do I need an SFC licence for my food business -

It depends on your food and activities, including whether you import, prepare food for interprovincial trade or conduct relevant export activities. Exceptions and commodity-specific requirements can apply. We assess your circumstances before recommending the application scope.

Can you help with My CFIA -

We can guide your team on the application information and supporting documents relevant to an agreed project. Your business retains control of its account and is responsible for accurate submissions and required attestations.

Can you help after an inspection -

Yes. Share the findings, requested information and response deadline. We can help assess the issues and organise a corrective action plan and supporting evidence. The scope depends on the findings and the work your business needs to complete.

Does renewing a licence mean rewriting the PCP -

Not automatically. Your plan should remain current with your activities and applicable requirements. We assess whether targeted updates or more extensive changes are needed; licence renewal and PCP maintenance are related but distinct tasks.