A Canada‑wide food recall has been issued for CO‑OP brand Creamy Garlic and Spinach Salad due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced the recall on April 3, warning consumers in several provinces and territories to check their fridges immediately.
The recalled product was sold clerk‑served at CO‑OP locations across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories. Because the salad is sold in variable weights, consumers are urged to look for packages with UPC codes beginning with 0 284616 and best‑before dates from March 24 to April 4, 2026.
Health officials say food contaminated with Listeria may not look or smell spoiled, but can still cause serious illness. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, persistent fever, severe headache, muscle aches, and neck stiffness. Pregnant individuals, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe complications, including premature delivery or stillbirth. In rare cases, Listeria infections can be fatal.
The CFIA advises anyone who has the recalled salad to throw it out immediately or return it to the store where it was purchased. Anyone who believes they became ill after consuming the product should contact a healthcare provider. At this time, no illnesses have been reported, and the CFIA’s investigation is ongoing.
