No fines for big grocers that promoted imported food as Canadian

Imported avocado oil promoted with a red maple leaf.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has identified 12 complaint-driven cases where grocers engaged in “maple washing,” a practice where companies use Canadian branding to promote imported food products. The grocers faced no fines, disappointing some Canadian shoppers who worry that, without repercussions, the problem will continue.

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